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Pink for a Purpose: Aran Court Unites for Breast Cancer Awareness
At Aran Court Care Home, Breast Cancer Awareness Month turned into a day of pink-themed fundraising, creativity, and community spirit.
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Oct 30, 20242 min read
Chef swaps whites for running shoes to support RNIB in the New York Marathon
Grant isn’t just running for the finish line; he’s running to break down barriers for people with sight loss
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Oct 29, 20242 min read
Residents lead 10-mile walk for dementia charity
Two care home residents lead a 10-mile walk, raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society and showing the power of resident-led activities.
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Sep 27, 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
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 The links in the original blog are outdated and this is still a very important subject.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
Easyfundraising for care home activities with online shopping.
Please remember to use easyfundraising when you do your Christmas online shopping this year. Over 7,500 brands including eBay, John Lewis...
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Oct 17, 20231 min read
Why red lipstick is a game-changer for people living with dementia.
When it comes to dementia care, small things can make a big difference. And one of those small things just happens to be a beauty product...
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May 3, 20233 min read
Trek26 Cotswolds 2023 - 26 miles
Alzheimer's Society is urging everyone to Trek for loved ones, and raise money to support people devastated by dementia. Explore the...
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Mar 27, 20231 min read
Red Lippy Day 2023
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...
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Mar 2, 20231 min read
Book of the month - November 2022
ME AND MY ALZHEIMERS by Norman McNamara This book contains 138 poems, all written by 'Norrms', as he is known to his family and friends....
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Nov 23, 20221 min read
A day trip for Eric and Ron
Did you read about Sylvia and Ingrid's swimming trip in the blog last week? You can read about it here Sylvia and Ingrid go swimming...
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Aug 4, 20221 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...
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Aug 4, 20222 min read
Wall of Reflection
For the second annual National Day of Reflection on 23 March, will your organisation support a local Wall of Reflection, and join the...
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Mar 11, 20221 min read
Maisie's going skydiving
I was thrilled to hear from my daughter Maisie last week, when she announced she was going skydiving. Okay, yes I was a little bit...
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Jan 28, 20221 min read
CARE HOME ACTIVITIES FACTORY (CHAF)
Sam Dondi-Smith from interactiveMe set up this online service over a year ago to help Activity Coordinators during through the pandemic....
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Jan 24, 20221 min read
Puddingstone Grange residents benefit from Plumstead Co-op Local Community Fund
Each year, the Co-op asks charities to apply for the Co-op Local Community Fund which supports community projects across the UK. Three...
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Dec 22, 20211 min read
Lostock Lodge Care Home supports Denim for Dementia
Residents and staff at Lostock Lodge Care Home in Lostock Gralam near Northwich swapped their uniforms and regular clothing for a day of...
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May 27, 20212 min read
Country Court Care & Nursing Homes join Captain Tom 100 charity challenge
From planting 100 seeds in their gardens, knitting 100 squares for blankets, to walking 100 laps of the local park, residents and stafF ...
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May 27, 20212 min read
Beryl's Art Cards sold for Dementia Charities
I have long said "Activity Coordinators are Amazing!" Lu Lawrence stands out from the crowd, she has recently become rather famous for...
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May 24, 20213 min read
What activities can care home residents get involved in?
This month I have commited to publishing 100 positive care home blogs. - Please, if you have a story to tell, send me your blog so that I...
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May 5, 20212 min read
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