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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 25, 20243 min read
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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 18, 20242 min read
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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 7, 20244 min read
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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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Mar 4, 20243 min read
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Creative Display Ideas for Sharing Past Activities in Care Homes
Fostering a sense of community and reminiscing on past activities are vital aspects of creating a warm and engaging environment for...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Feb 22, 20243 min read
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Engaging Residents with Dementia: Inclusive Group Activities in the Care Home
It's essential to provide inclusive activities that promote social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and a sense of belonging for all...

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Feb 12, 20242 min read
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Gardening for Wellbeing in February: Embracing the Beauty of Winter
As February unfolds, the winter landscape may seem barren and cold, but beneath the surface lies an opportunity to harness the...

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Feb 8, 20242 min read
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My 6 top tips for the new Activity Coordinator
Being an Activity Coordinator can be challenging, being in a new environment can mean extra challenges. "What will they expect me to...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Feb 5, 20242 min read
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St Valentine's Day theme - "you can't do that, that's insensitive!"
Have you ever spent your time planning an activity with and for your residents only to be told by your manager or a colleague "you can't...

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Feb 1, 20243 min read
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Here comes February
Welcoming February in a care home can be done with engaging and enjoyable activities. Consider which special dates in the month are...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 29, 20241 min read
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Curtain Call: Planning a Theatre Trip for Residents
Last week I shared a post about a theatre visit for Parkview Care Home residents, where four residents enjoyed a trip to Royal Albert...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 22, 20242 min read
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Joyous day trip to celebrate 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park
Four friends, all residents at Parkview Care Home in Bexleyheath, experienced sheer joy as they attended the 30th-anniversary celebration...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 18, 20241 min read
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The Fun Guardian: A Playful Guide for Activity Coordinators (part 2)
Being an Activity Coordinator is a challenging role. It requires amplifying every aspect of life and ensuring that every resident is...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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The Fun Guardian: A Playful Guide for Activity Coordinators
As an Activity Coordinator, your mission is to infuse fun and laughter into the lives of care home residents. Many Activity Coordinators...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 11, 20242 min read
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Unveiling Meaningful Moments: 5 Ways to Assess the Impact of Care Home Activities
Activities are not just events on a calendar; they are avenues to enhance residents' lives and create moments of joy and fulfillment. It...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 8, 20242 min read
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Hello January
I love the start of a new year, don't you? It's a chance to try again, to improve my own mindset, my lifestyle and my services to...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 1, 20242 min read
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Inspiring Engagement: A Guide for Activity Coordinators
The role of an Activity Coordinator is at the heart of creating vibrant and enriching experiences for residents. As we transition from...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 28, 20232 min read
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Reflecting on my 2023
As we draw close to the Christmas holidays, I find myself reflecting on where I am, what I have experienced over the past year, and how...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 19, 20231 min read
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Get your FACTs right
When it comes to planning care home activities that are person-centred, purposeful, meaningful and fun, it is essential to know who you...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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World Nursery Rhyme Week
It's World Nursery Rhyme Week this week. "So what! We care for adults not little children!" Well hang on! Are Nursery Rhymes really just...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 13, 20231 min read
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