We have all noticed the change in the weather this past week and the shorter days too. Yes, we are fast heading towards the end of...

Activity Coordinators (ACs) are often scorned for the activities they plan with their care home residents. When I speak to other members...

Ferrars Hall Care Home residents enjoyed an unusual visit recently, as they welcomed Zoolab and their exotic animals to their home! As...

Did you read about Sylvia and Ingrid's swimming trip in the blog last week? You can read about it here Sylvia and Ingrid go swimming...

Firstly, my apologies, this should have gone out on Monday - how is it Thursday already? If you're still looking for inspiration for...

Country Court’s Make a Wish initiative was back in action again recently as Castor Lodge Care Home residents Sylvia and Ingrid took a...

Thanks to Amelia Pace, Head Of Lifestyles at Castleford House for sharing this wonderful activity - perfect for the summer. Castleford...

Our bodies depend on water to survive so keeping our fluid count up is really very important. As we age dehydration can become a common...

Summerdyne Nursing Home in Bewdley are always looking for ways to engage their residents through meaningful occupational activities....

Residents and staff at Summerdyne Nursing home in Bewdley have been enjoying the sunshine lately with many outdoor activities and social...

It's wonderful to see your stories popping up on social media about how you and your residents are enjoying National Picnic Month. The...

There are many more reasons why Care Home Activities Matter, here I am just focussing on the difference they can make to the wellbeing of...

You may have noticed the addition of the RESOURCES tab on this website. This page has been updated and includes both paid and free...

Summerdyne Nursing Home and St Anne's Primary School in Bewdley have teamed up to create a special intergenerational letter writing...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC continues to support the work of The Purple Angel ​ FREE BESPOKE MP3 PLAYERS FOR THE UK! Purple Angel...

A wonderful weekend of celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee was enjoyed by staff and residents at Ferrers Hall Care Home....

Emily Ramsey was born in Buckden on the 16th May 1921 and went into service at a doctor’s when she left school at 14. She remained there...

Slipping Away: One man's battle with Alzheimer's by Lynnette Lee This book is a must read for any family member who is faced with the...

Ashley Lodge Bupa Care Home in New Milton has been rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following its latest inspection....

This blog originally by Wendy White | Apr 28, 2022 | Resources for the elderly and reproduced here by kind permission. My Mood Stars in...