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Here comes June
Are you ready for June? Have you considered the warmer weather (fingers crossed!), the longer days, and various holidays, celebrations...
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May 30, 20241 min read
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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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May 23, 20242 min read
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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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May 20, 20243 min read
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How a resident's social history may impact their dining preferences
Understanding a resident’s social history provides invaluable insights into their dining preferences. By acknowledging and respecting these
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May 16, 20242 min read
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Enhancing Care: The HOPES Approach for Activity Coordinators in Care Homes
I want to introduce you to the HOPES approach to care home activities.
This is a simple acronym to help you keep in mind what is importan
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May 13, 20243 min read
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Why it's important not to make assumptions about musical preferences
When planning a music session for your care home residents, it can be tempting to make assumptions about what kind of music the residents...
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May 9, 20242 min read
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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 The links in the original blog are outdated and this is still a very important subject.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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May 6, 20245 min read
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Planning and Hosting Personalised Birthday Celebrations
As an Activity Coordinator, one of the highlights is helping residents celebrate their birthdays in a special way. While throwing a...
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May 2, 20242 min read
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Are you ready for May?
For Activity Coordinators in care homes, this month presents a wealth of opportunities to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories...
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Apr 29, 20241 min read
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Lifehacks for Activity Coordinators - Protect Your Time!
In this blog post, I'll share eight lifehacks to help you protect your time and maximise your productivity.
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Apr 25, 20242 min read
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How to involve family members
Involving families and friends in care home activities can enhance the sense of community and create meaningful connections. Here's how...
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Apr 22, 20242 min read
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Consider yourself at home!
Activity members would knock on my door, wait for me to waddle up to the Piazza...
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Apr 18, 20242 min read
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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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Apr 15, 20242 min read
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Nostalgic Cookery sessions at Country Court Care Homes
Before the Easter Break, I wrote about how residents can get involved in meal preparations in various ways, depending on their interests,...
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Apr 8, 20242 min read
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What's for dinner? 7 tips for engaging residents in meal preparations.
Residents can get involved in meal preparations in various ways, depending on their interests, abilities, and level of assistance needed....
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Mar 25, 20243 min read
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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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Mar 18, 20242 min read
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10 Top Tips for interview success
Being an Activity Coordinator can be incredibly rewarding and getting an interview for the role is exciting. But, before you jump in...
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Mar 14, 20245 min read
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Nutrition and Hydration Week
Once again it's Nutrition and Hydration Week (11th - 17th March 2024) and it's a great time to really think about how to encourage...
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Mar 12, 20242 min read
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International Women’s Day 2024: Meet our inspirational residents
International Women's Day, 8th March, is a worldwide opportunity for groups and individuals to unify, celebrate and support women's...
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Mar 7, 20244 min read
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Unlocking Engagement: One-to-One Sessions for Reluctant Residents
One-to-one sessions hold immense potential for fostering meaningful connections and engagement, especially with residents who may...
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Mar 4, 20243 min read
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