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Easy Activity Planning for Care Homes

International Women’s Day 2024: Meet our inspirational residents

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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Unlocking Engagement: One-to-One Sessions for Reluctant Residents

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Mar 43 min read

Activity Coordinator

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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Creative Display Ideas for Sharing Past Activities in Care Homes

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Feb 223 min read

Activity Coordinator

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...

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Engaging Residents with Dementia: Inclusive Group Activities in the Care Home

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Feb 122 min read

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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Gardening for Wellbeing in February: Embracing the Beauty of Winter

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Feb 82 min read

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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My 6 top tips for the new Activity Coordinator

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Feb 52 min read

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...

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St Valentine's Day theme - "you can't do that, that's insensitive!"

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Feb 13 min read

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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Jan 291 min read

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...

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Curtain Call: Planning a Theatre Trip for Residents

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Jan 222 min read

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...

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Joyous day trip to celebrate 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jan 181 min read

Success Stories

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...

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The Fun Guardian: A Playful Guide for Activity Coordinators (part 2)

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jan 152 min read

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...

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The Fun Guardian: A Playful Guide for Activity Coordinators

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jan 112 min read

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...

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Unveiling Meaningful Moments: 5 Ways to Assess the Impact of Care Home Activities

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jan 82 min read

Dementia

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...

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Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Jan 12 min read

Activity Coordinator

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...

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Inspiring Engagement: A Guide for Activity Coordinators

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Dec 28, 20232 min read

Activity Coordinator

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...

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Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Dec 19, 20231 min read

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...

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Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Nov 20, 20232 min read

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...

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Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Nov 13, 20231 min read

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...

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Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Oct 23, 20232 min read

Success Stories

The Sparkle Awards 2023

Avante Care & Support, a not-for-profit care organisation, hosted its annual Sparkle Awards ceremony on earlier this month. A special...

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The Importance of Physical Activity for Care Home Residents

Bright Copper Kettles CIC

Oct 6, 20234 min read

The Importance of Physical Activity for Care Home Residents

Physical activity is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regardless of age or physical ability.

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