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May 232 min read
Come dine with us!
Avante Care and Support homes, Northbourne Court and Weybourne, joined forces to create a special 'Come Dine with Me' dining experience ...
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May 203 min read
How previous occupations can affect a care home resident's sleep pattern
As we age, our bodies undergo numerous changes, and one often overlooked aspect is the disruption of the natural cycles that regulate our...
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May 162 min read
How a resident's social history may impact their dining preferences
Understanding a resident’s social history provides invaluable insights into their dining preferences. By acknowledging and respecting these
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May 133 min read
Enhancing Care: The HOPES Approach for Activity Coordinators in Care Homes
I want to introduce you to the HOPES approach to care home activities.
This is a simple acronym to help you keep in mind what is importan
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 92 min read
Why it's important not to make assumptions about musical preferences
When planning a music session for your care home residents, it can be tempting to make assumptions about what kind of music the residents...
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May 65 min read
Why red lipstick is a game-changer for people living with dementia.
I'm recharging an old blog here. The links in the original blog are outdated and this is still a very important subject. Last Friday was...
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May 22 min read
Planning and Hosting Personalised Birthday Celebrations
As an Activity Coordinator, one of the highlights is helping residents celebrate their birthdays in a special way. While throwing a...
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Apr 291 min read
Are you ready for May?
For Activity Coordinators in care homes, this month presents a wealth of opportunities to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories...
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Apr 252 min read
Lifehacks for Activity Coordinators - Protect Your Time!
In this blog post, I'll share eight lifehacks to help you protect your time and maximise your productivity.
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Apr 222 min read
How to involve family members
Involving families and friends in care home activities can enhance the sense of community and create meaningful connections. Here's how...
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Apr 182 min read
Consider yourself at home!
Activity members would knock on my door, wait for me to waddle up to the Piazza...
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Apr 152 min read
Engaging Residents with Dementia: Making Care Home Group Activities Inclusive
Engaging residents with dementia in group activities can be both rewarding and challenging. While dementia presents unique cognitive and...
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Apr 82 min read
Nostalgic Cookery sessions at Country Court Care Homes
Before the Easter Break, I wrote about how residents can get involved in meal preparations in various ways, depending on their interests,...
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Mar 253 min read
What's for dinner? 7 tips for engaging residents in meal preparations.
Residents can get involved in meal preparations in various ways, depending on their interests, abilities, and level of assistance needed....
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Mar 182 min read
Embracing Natural Wake-up Calls: A Friendly Reminder for Carers
As we welcome the arrival of spring, we also anticipate the upcoming change in our clocks – the transition to daylight saving time. With...
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Mar 145 min read
10 Top Tips for interview success
Being an Activity Coordinator can be incredibly rewarding and getting an interview for the role is exciting. But, before you jump in...
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Mar 122 min read
Nutrition and Hydration Week
Once again it's Nutrition and Hydration Week (11th - 17th March 2024) and it's a great time to really think about how to encourage...
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Mar 74 min read
International Women’s Day 2024: Meet our inspirational residents
International Women's Day, 8th March, is a worldwide opportunity for groups and individuals to unify, celebrate and support women's...
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Mar 43 min read
Unlocking Engagement: One-to-One Sessions for Reluctant Residents
One-to-one sessions hold immense potential for fostering meaningful connections and engagement, especially with residents who may...
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