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Fun-guarding in care homes: As important as safeguarding?
I really do believe when I see uproarious laughter this acts as a better quality measure of care needs being met

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 27, 20203 min read


Care Home residents and staff to cycle 1042 miles for the NHS
Residents and staff at Oakview Lodge Care Home in Welwyn Garden City kicked off a static cycle ride of over 1042 miles this week, as the...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 22, 20202 min read


Activity support is a team effort
Always be open to new ideas, while we do need to take care not to set anyone up to fail, be mindful that carers know your residents too.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 6, 20203 min read


Superstores in Bewdley join together to say "Thank you!" to care home staff.
Staff at Hollyfields and Ivy House Care Homes in Kidderminster today received an assortment of flowers and chocolates from local...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 1, 20201 min read


Your activity coordinator is doing what?
Your activity coordinator is there to support your carers with ideas of conversation starters and activities which are meaningful ...

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Mar 28, 20203 min read


Vernal Equinox - First Day of Spring
During tough times, more than ever we need to ensure that we consider our personal wellbeing. - And times don't get much tougher than...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 19, 20202 min read


Vintage adverts from the archive are used in a new digital activity resource.
With Ad-Memoire, HAT provides a focus and support for person-centred interactions which draw upon group and individual memories.

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Feb 18, 20202 min read


The definition of Dignity?
We believe it is something that should be present every single day of the year, using the 1st of February as a reset button to start afresh

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Feb 11, 20202 min read


We wish you a merry Christmas!
To all our members, subscribers and followers, Thank you for your enthusiasm, support and engagement, you have been a great source of...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 20, 20191 min read


SNOW BETTER WAY TO GIVE BACK THIS CHRISTMAS!
Neighbours and friends of the home have been invited to “Give a Gift, Raise a Smile” and charitably donate items to the team at the home.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 12, 20192 min read


How To Help & Support Your Activity Coordinators - for Residential Care & Dementia Homes & Services
Gillian Hesketh of Happy Days Dementia Activities & Design understands the importance of having the right resources to hand for activity...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Dec 9, 20193 min read


Harmonising Healthcare
We're so pleased to announce the addition of our podcast page, where we are hosting Harmonising Healthcare with Rosanna Mead. This...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 13, 20191 min read


Hello November
#NewThingsNovember What will you be doing new this month?

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 1, 20191 min read


6 self-nourishing practices of activities for wellbeing this winter
So why is this time of year such a struggle?

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 23, 20192 min read


Blog 10: Why is changing care culture so difficult?
We all influence culture and are all influenced by it too.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 14, 20193 min read


When can I start Christmas Activities?
Our seniors rarely want 3 months of Christmas celebrations or themed activities.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 30, 20192 min read


3 top tips to encourage participation
Sometimes it can be difficult to encourage people to join in with your activities. This can be for a variety of reasons; They may be...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 27, 20192 min read


Happy BBC Music Day
Here's our lucky 48 homes, care centres and day centres which will be enjoying a FREE musical session during September/October 2019.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 26, 20194 min read


Blog 9: Legacy of Fear
Fear is a powerful emotion. It can make us doubt ourselves, question our abilities, and create a sense of feeling unsafe or insecure.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 4, 20196 min read


3 ways to design a dementia-friendly garden
The secret is variety, so make sure you have plenty of different species available for them to plant and interact with.

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 30, 20193 min read
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