Lynne, the new Activity Coordinator at The Sycamores in Wakefield, is keen to explore different activities that encourage memories. This week Lynne made small bags, out of various materials and filled them with different scents. She then sewed them up and shared them with residents throughout the care home. Even those in bed took part.…
During arts and crafts, the residents at Sutton Hall and Lodge made some salt dough so that they could make their loved one’s hearts for Valentine’s Day. Activity coordinators Karen and Nicola showed everyone what to do, and some copied them. It wasn’t very long before Phill, one of the residents told everyone he knew…
The residents at The Limes in Driffield were delighted to have received the first stage of the COVID vaccine; So much so, that they presented flowers to the healthcare professionals involved. Margaret, a resident at the care home said; “Thank you so much, these flowers are from us all.” All the residents received a Vaccination…
The residents of Doncaster’s Cantley Grange enjoyed a morning of cake, tea and board games, to support Time to Talk Day last Thursday. Time to Talk is an event run by Time to Change and encourages people to talk about their problems/mental health – a small conversation can make a big difference. At Cantley Grange,…
Whatever happened to the Barnsley chop? The latest food fad in Barnsley is the Yorkshire Pudding wrap, and its popularity is a fair contender for the most desired dish in the South Yorkshire town! Today, the residents at Cherry Trees Care Home got a taste of this new dish; Turkey and stuffing wrapped in a…
The residents at The Hawthornes Care Home in Birkenshaw, Bradford have an icy experience this morning, as the snow fell across the West Yorkshire town. All the residents enjoyed the snow, either going outside to see, feel and smell the snow, as it fell. Some watched from their beds as staff and residents built Joe,…
The residents at Cantley Grange Care Home in Doncaster have prepared and posted, some poignant messages to their loved ones. The messages, on a postcard, send their love and tell their loved ones, they are well and being cared for at the Doncaster care home. #CaringForYourFamily Follow us on Facebook
The residents at Alpine Lodge have been limbering up and taking part in armchair exercises. First, the residents warmed up and then they began to some gentle armchair exercises. This was a great start to the week and they were soon laughing at their ‘moves’. #CaringForYourFamily Follow us on Facebook
If this doesn’t make you want to order a Ninety-Nine, nothing will! The residents at Alpine Lodge had a trip to the seaside this week- Ok, it was a virtual one, but who cares! They set off, grabbed an ice cream and then spent some time at the cafe, people watching 😉 …
The residents at Southlands have been enjoying daily activities with Lynn, the new Activity Coordinator. Lynn is getting to know all the residents, their likes and dislikes as well as their abilities. Often residents surprise her but having worked in care for many years, she’s always delighted when someone does something they thought they couldn’t…