Working in a care home is both rewarding and challenging. Care home staff work tirelessly to ensure the well-being of their residents,...

As we grow older, we face physical and mental challenges that can impact our quality of life. For those residing in care homes, the...

RED LIPPY DAY - has grown. We now have a big campaign through MAY each year. However, you can have your own #REDLIPPYDAY any day of the year. DONATE HERE 5th May 2023 is Red Lippy Day Thanks to your generous donations RED LIPPY DAY 2022 helped to fund musical fun in over 2600 care homes. So many care homes in the UK are enjoying singing along to their free copy of Golden Memories Karaoke DVDs, and others have been supported to include music linked activities through my free d

Yes, I know it's the last day of February - someone please tell me where those days went! This is the book I read and reviewed in January...

This week residents and staff at Riverdale Court care home welcomed guests and celebrated the opening of their new Sparkle Café. Behind...

There is no universal rule for when Christmas decorations should come down in a care home. Each resident’s history, faith, preferences, and emotional responses matter, and these should guide your decision to create a calm, reassuring environment.

Guest blog from Norman McNamara - Co-founder of Purple Angels. 'Norrms', as he is known to his family and friends, was diagnosed with...

A fabulous conversation began last week when an Activity Coordinator mentioned that she was considering doing Elf on the Shelf in her...

Have you downloaded this helpful planner yet? The winter edition covers December, January and February - pages of special dates, calendar...

Cramond Residence has introduced a new activity which takes place in a pub style environment with simulated pub seating, a bar, music,...

Yes, I know it's November. However, it's never too late to celebrate great things is it? Last month I was blessed to discover...

I had to share this post from Frankie Edwards, Customer Relations Manager at Fernhill House, with you today. Take a look and be inspired!

Being physically active at different times during the day can be very beneficial for us all. When we don't make time to exercise, or...

It was all systems go for staff at Strood Sports Centre on Monday 10th October, when they opened the Sporting Memories Club. The Club is...

On Friday 16th September, Northbourne Court residential care home was bubbling with excitement, as residents and staff welcomed two very...

As part of their support for #WorldAlzheimersMonth – The Langdales Care Homes Group of Homes have started a lovely series named “Langdale...