Inspired by my "Here comes November" blog post, author, former activities coordinator and an ongoing social care advocate, Jenni Page is offering 5 free copies of her children's book "When I grow up I want to be a carer".
Introducing more indoor activities, creating cosy spaces where residents can enjoy stories is a great start to embracing the colder months.
What's even better is sharing these activities with younger generations. Intergenerational activities are widely recognised as being very beneficial to both young and old.
Turn-taking with reading aloud or residents reading to younger children is such a wholesome and enjoyable activity.
Books about autumn, nature, or nostalgic classics work well during these darker, quieter months. But, perhaps a genre you haven't considered, you could include books which explain more about life in care homes, understanding dementia and other similar books written specifically for children.
Jenni's book promotes awareness of social care and the essential work carers do. It is written in rhyming verse (she's a big fan of Julia Donaldson) and is very accessible for young children.
And now to our Autumn Activities Competition Time
To win a copy of "When I grow up I want to be a carer" for your care home;
Embrace the pleasure of sharing books
Take a photograph of a resident (or residents) reading by themselves or sharing a book with an adult or child(ren).
EMAIL your photograph to info@brightcopperkettles.co.uk
OR post on your INSTAGRAM @bckuk_care_home_activities
Please make sure that you have full permissions to publish any photographs you submit
Ts & Cs:
Competition open to UK only
When you submit a photograph you are confirming that you have full permissions to publish it.
Entries accepted 1st November - 30th November
You must tag @bckuk_care_home_activities to be entered via Instagram
There are 5 individual prizes of one copy of "When I grow up I want to be a carer" by Jenni Mack
GOOD LUCK!
Comments