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Ruby Lodge Care Home in Thirsk Officially Opens Its Doors
On Friday, 6th September, Ruby Lodge Care Home in Thirsk celebrated its grand opening, with the Mayor of Thirsk, Councillor Andrew...

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Sep 13, 20242 min read


Your ideas matter: Handling colleague suggestions with confidence
So when a colleague suggests a new activity idea, it's natural to feel a twinge of doubt or even inadequacy.

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Sep 12, 20243 min read


Care home residents go wild on a Howletts Zoo adventure!
Reminder of how care home teams can help bring joy and new experiences into residents' lives as part of the care home activities programme.

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Sep 9, 20242 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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Sep 5, 20243 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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Sep 2, 20243 min read


How to reset your activity planning schedule and take care of yourself
Being a care home activity coordinator is a rewarding yet demanding role. You're responsible for creating a lively, engaging environment...

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Aug 29, 20243 min read


Here comes September
And just like that, the days of summer gradually give way to the crispness of autumn. I'm trying hard not to lament the long hot days of...

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Aug 27, 20242 min read


Northbourne Court Shines with Top Platinum Award Recognition
The revalidation focused on evidence related to the three key principles of reducing loneliness, helplessness, and boredom...

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Aug 22, 20242 min read


Bridging Generations: Preparing Care Home Activities for "Back to School" Season
The shop windows are full of "Back to School" posters and reminders to buy school shoes and stationery ready for the September start...

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Aug 19, 20242 min read


Fruity Friday Fun: Tropical Tastes Meet British Berries
Remember, the goal is to create an enjoyable, sensory-rich experience. Encourage curiosity, laughter, and storytelling. With careful plannin

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Aug 14, 20243 min read


Rethinking Afternoon Tea in Care Homes: A Call for Change
This week is Afternoon Tea Week! There will be many a welcomed cup of tea this week now that we've finally reached some summertime...

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Aug 12, 20242 min read


Cultivating Connections: How a Care Home Garden Makeover Transformed Residents' Lives
Watching the residents care for the plants, diligently watering them to ensure their survival, was a heartwarming testament ...

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Aug 8, 20242 min read


Mastering Your Activities Budget: A guide for care home activity coordinators
Being in charge of a care home activities budget can be challenging, especially if you struggle with personal finances. Managing your...

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Aug 5, 20243 min read


Enhancing Lives Through Cultural Outings: A Care Home Success Story
As activity coordinators, we're always on the lookout for engaging and enriching experiences for our residents. A recent outing from...

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Aug 1, 20242 min read


Here comes August!
Longer days and warmer weather make August perfect for outdoor activities. Organise picnics, garden parties, and nature walks...

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Jul 29, 20243 min read


Maximising local support: Engaging your community in care home activities
Care homes play a vital role in providing a supportive environment for older adults. As activity coordinators, one of our key challenges...

Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 25, 20243 min read


How to Keep Calm and Carry On: When you're stretched to your limit and your manager asks for more.
As an activity coordinator in a care home, you're constantly juggling the diverse needs of residents, limited resources, and the...

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Jul 22, 20243 min read


Neurobiological benefits of care home activities: Boosting brain health and wellbeing in seniors
Care home activities matter: Part 3 Engaging in activities within care homes can offer significant neurobiological benefits for residents....

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Jul 18, 20242 min read


Boost Your Activity Planning Skills: 5 Key Strategies
Practical Tip: Keep a journal or log to document observations, feedback, and insights gained from each activity

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Jul 15, 20242 min read


Beyond Bingo: How social isolation can silently harm seniors' physical health
As care home activity coordinators, we often focus on the mental and emotional benefits of social engagement. However, it's crucial to...

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Jul 11, 20242 min read
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