I want to share some simple ways you can bring the spirit of the garden into your care home, helping residents reconnect with nature in calming, sensory-rich, and meaningful ways.

Take 5 minutes to reset If you’re reading this with a to-do list running through your head and a slight knot in your stomach, take a...

Hanging out the washing The sun is shining and the wind is blowing, there's nothing quite like this weather to make you want to embrace...

As the days grow longer and the first blossoms appear, spring offers a natural opportunity to refresh activity planning in care homes. ...

Wandering isn’t just about movement. It’s about freedom, choice, and connection. And that’s something we all need.

Being a care home activity coordinator is one of the most rewarding roles in social care, but it also comes with its fair share of...

Every activity coordinator has a group of regulars - the residents who are always up for an activity, first to take a seat, and the ones...

...in the middle of a group activity, you may find yourself in a situation where a resident becomes unresponsive.

Being an activity coordinator in a care home is one of the most rewarding jobs out there. You bring joy, connection, and purpose to...

St David’s Day (1st March) is a wonderful opportunity to bring a touch of Welsh culture into your care home. Whether your residents have...

Fostering a warm, inclusive atmosphere for both residents and staff is essential. A happy, engaged team creates a vibrant care home...

As an activity coordinator, you see firsthand how much residents thrive when engaged in meaningful activities. But ensuring everyone gets...

I don't include a section dedicated to 'dementia activities' in my Activity Coordinators Toolbox. I'm often asked "Why not?" The truth...

D o you ever feel stuck when planning activities or struggle to find inspiration? A dream board could be the perfect solution. Dream...

Joan celebrating 100 years (centre), Steve Bull (left), Phil Parkes (back), Steve Daley (right). On Wednesday 22nd January, Joan Davies,...

Here are five practical ways to boost your activities budget:

The feelings of being valued, cared for, and included are powerful and lasting, even if the details fade.

A journal is a powerful tool to capture these moments and align them with the HELPS framework

Burnout is something many Activity Coordinators face, even those who’ve dedicated years to their role. It’s challenging to give your all...

When residents are engaged, happy, and participating in activities that bring them joy, the opinions of others tend to fall into place.