Avante Care and Support homes, Northbourne Court and Weybourne, joined forces to create a special 'Come Dine with Me' dining experience ...

As we age, our bodies undergo numerous changes, and one often overlooked aspect is the disruption of the natural cycles that regulate our...

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

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 The links in the original blog are outdated and this is still a very important subject.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...

Activity members would knock on my door, wait for me to waddle up to the Piazza...

Engaging residents with dementia in group activities can be both rewarding and challenging. While dementia presents unique cognitive and...

Before the Easter Break, I wrote about how residents can get involved in meal preparations in various ways, depending on their interests,...

As we welcome the arrival of spring, we also anticipate the upcoming change in our clocks – the transition to daylight saving time. With...

International Women's Day, 8th March, is a worldwide opportunity for groups and individuals to unify, celebrate and support women's...

One-to-one sessions hold immense potential for fostering meaningful connections and engagement, especially with residents who may...

As February bids us farewell, we eagerly welcome the arrival of March—a month filled with promise, renewal, and celebration. March holds...

Fostering a sense of community and reminiscing on past activities are vital aspects of creating a warm and engaging environment for...

As an activity coordinator, your role is not only to plan, oversee and execute events but also to create lasting memories for those who...