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Ferrars Hall Care Home residents get their toes tapping for Strictly Country Court
As part of Country Court's 'Strictly Country Court’ month, residents at Ferrars Hall Care Home in Huntingdon enjoyed entertainment from...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Sep 13, 20221 min read
Animal antics for 100th birthday celebration.
Ferrars Hall Care Home residents enjoyed an unusual visit recently, as they welcomed Zoolab and their exotic animals to their home! As...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 16, 20222 min read
Hello August
Firstly, my apologies, this should have gone out on Monday - how is it Thursday already? If you're still looking for inspiration for...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Aug 4, 20222 min read
Entertainer Spotlight - Emma R Franklin
This week the spotlight is shining on Emma R Franklin, Kiddleydivey who is available to perform for you in the Derbyshire area. Emma runs...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 28, 20221 min read
Sylvia and Ingrid go swimming
Country Court’s Make a Wish initiative was back in action again recently as Castor Lodge Care Home residents Sylvia and Ingrid took a...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Happy 100th Birthday Wall's!
Another great post from guest blogger Michael Butler, Lifestyle and Wellbeing Lead at Summerdyne Nursing Home. Today we have been...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 22, 20221 min read
Pool Party at Castleford
Thanks to Amelia Pace, Head Of Lifestyles at Castleford House for sharing this wonderful activity - perfect for the summer. Castleford...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 20, 20221 min read
Free Karaoke DVD
ALL UK CARE HOMES This DVD contains some fabulous songs to enjoy over the summer months. And Golden Memories Karaoke are offering it free...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jul 8, 20221 min read
Summerdyne Tech Day
Summerdyne Nursing Home in Bewdley are always looking for ways to engage their residents through meaningful occupational activities....
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Jul 8, 20221 min read
National Picnic Month
It's wonderful to see your stories popping up on social media about how you and your residents are enjoying National Picnic Month. The...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 24, 20221 min read
7 reasons why Care Home Activities Matter
There are many more reasons why Care Home Activities Matter, here I am just focussing on the difference they can make to the wellbeing of...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 22, 20222 min read
Intergenerational letter writing project
Summerdyne Nursing Home and St Anne's Primary School in Bewdley have teamed up to create a special intergenerational letter writing...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 17, 20222 min read
"How To Conduct Therapeutic Poetry Sessions For Senior Citizens"
Chris Meredith is no stranger to Bright Copper Kettles CIC. Born in Berkshire he began his poetry career in 2014, when he published his...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 9, 20222 min read
Ferrars Hall Care Home celebrates Platinum Jubilee in style
A wonderful weekend of celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee was enjoyed by staff and residents at Ferrers Hall Care Home....
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 8, 20221 min read
Book Review - June 2022
The Essential Guide to Relaxation Therapy in Care Settings by Helen Filkins This Essential Guide will help any Activity Coordinator to...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Jun 7, 20221 min read
Emily celebrates 101st Birthday at Ferrars Hall
Emily Ramsey was born in Buckden on the 16th May 1921 and went into service at a doctor’s when she left school at 14. She remained there...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 23, 20221 min read
Book of the Month - May 2022
Slipping Away: One man's battle with Alzheimer's by Lynnette Lee This book is a must read for any family member who is faced with the...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 19, 20221 min read
My Mood Stars in the Care homes?
This blog originally by Wendy White | Apr 28, 2022 | Resources for the elderly and reproduced here by kind permission. My Mood Stars in...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
May 17, 20222 min read
Book of the Month - April 2022
WHY DON'T WE GO INTO THE GARDEN? A DESIGNER HANDBOOK FOR Creating Actively Used Care Setting Gardens by Debbie Carroll and Mark Rendell...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Apr 29, 20222 min read
Talented Tallington Lodge residents get creative
Staff and residents at Tallington Lodge Care Home near Stamford have been getting creative with their latest arts project. The art...
Bright Copper Kettles CIC
Mar 23, 20221 min read
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