Overcoming the fear of judgement
When residents are engaged, happy, and participating in activities that bring them joy, the opinions of others tend to fall into place.
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Nov 114 min read
Personalising activities for maximum engagement
One of the most common challenges in this role is ensuring high participation rates.
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 283 min read
Empathy creates connection
Empathy creates a cycle of connection that uplifts not only the residents, but the whole care team.
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 272 min read
Residents lead 10-mile walk for dementia charity
Two care home residents lead a 10-mile walk, raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society and showing the power of resident-led activities.
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 53 min read
Simplifying Activities for Dementia Care
Offer one instruction at a time and give residents plenty of time to complete each step before moving on.
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 23 min read
Creating meaningful activities for residents living with dementia
to kick off this Alzheimer's Month I have written this blog to help with creating meaningful activities for residents living with dementia
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 232 min read
Come dine with us!
Avante Care and Support homes, Northbourne Court and Weybourne, joined forces to create a special 'Come Dine with Me' dining experience ...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
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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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 65 min read
Why red lipstick is a game-changer for people living with dementia.
I'm recharging an old blog here. The links in the original blog are outdated and this is still a very important subject. Last Friday was...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 152 min read
Engaging Residents with Dementia: Making Care Home Group Activities Inclusive
Engaging residents with dementia in group activities can be both rewarding and challenging. While dementia presents unique cognitive and...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 182 min read
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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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 82 min read
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
Nov 27, 20232 min read
Dementia symptoms can cause... depression.
People with dementia can often seem lost, sitting quietly, seemingly with no idea of what is happening around them. It's easy to be...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Oct 24, 20231 min read
The Giving Garden Project
At The Giving Garden Project, we aim to make a lasting impact in the Stockport area and beyond. Our objective is to provide a free flower...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 3, 20232 min read
1,000th ‘Reminiscence Box’ goes out to UK Care Home
The Royal Mint Museum celebrates as 1000th ‘Reminiscence Box’ goes out to UK Care Home The reminiscence box project commenced with five...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 27, 20232 min read
4 Reasons Why Hydration Matters
During the summer months keeping hydrated can be more challenging. However, ensuring proper hydration for care home residents is crucial...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 27, 20231 min read
Trek26 Cotswolds 2023 - 26 miles
Alzheimer's Society is urging everyone to Trek for loved ones, and raise money to support people devastated by dementia. Explore the...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 2, 20231 min read
Red Lippy Day 2023
5th May 2023 is Red Lippy Day Thanks to your generous donations RED LIPPY DAY 2022 helped to fund musical fun in over 2600 care homes. So...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Feb 20, 20231 min read
Free Karaoke DVD for UK care homes
If you are in the UK, you can CLAIM YOUR FREE GOLDEN MEMORIES KARAOKE DVD now. This offer is available to all UK CARE HOMES The free...
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Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jan 18, 20233 min read
Dementia UK ‘I live with dementia’ campaign launched
The ‘I live with dementia’ campaign has been launched in a typically busy month for the charity, helping to support those impacted by...
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