The residents at Alpine Lodge Care Home in Stocksbridge were treated to afternoon tea. The dining room tables had been carefully laid with delicately embroidered table cloths, which immediately brought comments about how the residents used to lay their own tables for every meal. The ladies remarked on the sandwiches and cakes, agreeing that this…
Everyone loves a birthday and everyone loves cake, at least that’s what Pauline, a resident at Alpine Lodge Care Home, thinks. It was Pauline’s birthday last week and the staff and other residents at the Stocksbridge care homemade sure she enjoyed herself. As well as a birthday party, Pauline was presented with a birthday cake,…
Alpine Lodge residents can’t wait for Spring and the opportunity to get into the garden and do some serious gardening. This week they planted their tomatoes. They are hoping for a bumper crop because the Stocksbridge care home recently became the owner of a new greenhouse. As soon as the sunshine beats a path to…
The residents at Alpine Lodge in Stocksbridge certainly felt the love as they enjoyed making decorations for Valentine’s Day. February 14th may focus on the heart, but these Valentine’s Day activities for our residents, bring back memories that made them smile. Arts and crafts aren’t just a form of leisure. Studies show that crafting can boost…
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
Lockdown birthdays aren’t all bad! Emma, home Manager at Clipstone Hall and Lodge was dreading her 40th birthday. After all, who wants their birthday when it’s difficult to celebrate? But, Emma didn’t need to worry. The staff at the #Mansfield care home were ready and organised, to give her the best birthday possible.…
Alpine Lodge residents are encouraged to take part in different activities and they are also encouraged to do the hobbies they used to do. This week the ladies got together to make a patchwork quilt, utilising old knitted jumpers, made into squares. Everyone had a go at sewing the pieces together. There were lots of…
Enjoying a sensory experience at Alpine Lodge Alpine Lodge Care home in Stocksbridge has just invested in some sensory lighting. Recently, this care home has spent time creating sensory experiences for all the residents, including an ice cream maker and a beach scene. The residents living with memory issues, really enjoy these experiences. Sensory areas…