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Easy Activity Planning for Care Homes

Dec 24 min read

Overcoming the fear of judgement

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

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Nov 43 min read

Activity Coordinator

Dealing with bullies in the workplace

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

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Pink for a Purpose: Aran Court Unites for Breast Cancer Awareness

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Oct 302 min read

Success Stories

Pink for a Purpose: Aran Court Unites for Breast Cancer Awareness

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

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Oct 283 min read

Activity Coordinator

Empathy creates connection

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

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Wimbledon Common care home resident wins prestigious UN-Habitat Award

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Oct 12 min read

Success Stories

Wimbledon Common care home resident wins prestigious UN-Habitat Award

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

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Positive Mindset, Positive Atmosphere: The power of your attitude as an Activity Coordinator

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Sep 304 min read

Activity Coordinator

Positive Mindset, Positive Atmosphere: The power of your attitude as an Activity Coordinator

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

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Baby born in care home car park returns for heartwarming reunion

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Sep 192 min read

Success Stories

Baby born in care home car park returns for heartwarming reunion

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

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Your ideas matter: Handling colleague suggestions with confidence

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Sep 123 min read

Activity Coordinator

Your ideas matter: Handling colleague suggestions with confidence

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

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Rethinking Afternoon Tea in Care Homes: A Call for Change

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Aug 122 min read

Activity Coordinator

Rethinking Afternoon Tea in Care Homes: A Call for Change

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...

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Enhancing Lives Through Cultural Outings: A Care Home Success Story

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Aug 12 min read

Activity Coordinator

Enhancing Lives Through Cultural Outings: A Care Home Success Story

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

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Jul 293 min read

Activity Coordinator

Here comes August!

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

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Maximising local support: Engaging your community in care home activities

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Jul 253 min read

Maximising local support: Engaging your community in care home activities

Care homes play a vital role in providing a supportive environment for older adults. As activity coordinators, one of our key challenges...

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How to Keep Calm and Carry On: When you're stretched to your limit and your manager asks for more.

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Jul 223 min read

Activity Coordinator

How to Keep Calm and Carry On: When you're stretched to your limit and your manager asks for more.

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

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Neurobiological benefits of care home activities: Boosting brain health and wellbeing in seniors

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Jul 182 min read

Activity Coordinator

Neurobiological benefits of care home activities: Boosting brain health and wellbeing in seniors

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

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Boost Your Activity Planning Skills: 5 Key Strategies

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Jul 152 min read

Activity Coordinator

Boost Your Activity Planning Skills: 5 Key Strategies

Practical Tip: Keep a journal or log to document observations, feedback, and insights gained from each activity

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Beyond Bingo: How social isolation can silently harm seniors' physical health

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Jul 112 min read

Beyond Bingo: How social isolation can silently harm seniors' physical health

As care home activity coordinators, we often focus on the mental and emotional benefits of social engagement. However, it's crucial to...

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Jul 84 min read

Cool Activities for Care Home Residents

This activity not only provides a delicious treat but also stimulates decision making skills, encourages social interaction, and ...

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Balancing Acts: Self-Care Secrets for Activity Coordinators to Bust Stress and Boost Joy!

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jul 52 min read

Activity Coordinator

Balancing Acts: Self-Care Secrets for Activity Coordinators to Bust Stress and Boost Joy!

You play a vital role in enriching the lives of those in your care. However, the demands of your job can often lead to stress and...

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Jul 11 min read

Hello July!

Yes, it's July, and it's time to make the most of the British summer. Here are three tips to engage your residents and brighten their...

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Spice Up Your Schedule: The Power of Creative Session Names

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Jun 273 min read

Spice Up Your Schedule: The Power of Creative Session Names

Are your weekly activity sessions starting to feel a bit stale? It might be time to inject some fun into your calendar by giving those...

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