St David’s Day (1st March) is a wonderful opportunity to bring a touch of Welsh culture into your care home. Whether your residents have...

Fostering a warm, inclusive atmosphere for both residents and staff is essential. A happy, engaged team creates a vibrant care home...

As an activity coordinator, you see firsthand how much residents thrive when engaged in meaningful activities. But ensuring everyone gets...

D o you ever feel stuck when planning activities or struggle to find inspiration? A dream board could be the perfect solution. Dream...

Joan celebrating 100 years (centre), Steve Bull (left), Phil Parkes (back), Steve Daley (right). On Wednesday 22nd January, Joan Davies,...

A journal is a powerful tool to capture these moments and align them with the HELPS framework

When residents are engaged, happy, and participating in activities that bring them joy, the opinions of others tend to fall into place.

Anti-Bullying Week 2024: Choose Respect Monday 11th - Friday 15th November 2024 Working as a care home activity coordinator is rewarding...

At Aran Court Care Home, Breast Cancer Awareness Month turned into a day of pink-themed fundraising, creativity, and community spirit.

Empathy creates a cycle of connection that uplifts not only the residents, but the whole care team.

David Satterthwaite of Wimbledon Common Care Home wins UN-Habitat 2024 Scroll of Honour for his groundbreaking urban development work.

As a care home activity coordinator, your mindset shapes the atmosphere around you.

At Bagshot Gardens Care Home, something extraordinary happened that brightened the lives of residents and staff alike. A baby born...

So when a colleague suggests a new activity idea, it's natural to feel a twinge of doubt or even inadequacy.

This week is Afternoon Tea Week! There will be many a welcomed cup of tea this week now that we've finally reached some summertime...

As activity coordinators, we're always on the lookout for engaging and enriching experiences for our residents. A recent outing from...

Longer days and warmer weather make August perfect for outdoor activities. Organise picnics, garden parties, and nature walks...

As an activity coordinator in a care home, you're constantly juggling the diverse needs of residents, limited resources, and the...

Care home activities matter: Part 3 Engaging in activities within care homes can offer significant neurobiological benefits for residents....