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Easy Activity Planning for Care Homes

Oct 12 min read

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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Sep 162 min read

Quiet Spaces: Respecting residents' need for time alone.

Some residents may prefer their own rooms for solitude. Make it clear that it’s perfectly okay for them to retreat to their rooms ...

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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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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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Jul 31, 20232 min read

Meaningful outdoor activities at are enjoyed at Weybourne Care Home

The team at Avante's Weybourne Care Home recognise the importance of person-centered care and stimulating activities for the residents...

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Dec 28, 20153 min read

The gift of creative engagement!

Recently I was talking with a friend about writing this article and she asked me what the title was. When I told her I was calling it...

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