We think the body and the mind are closely linked, and that keeping people active, even those who are less steady than they once were, does a great deal for how they feel. We have an Activities Co-Ordinator whose job is to run a programme that gives everyone something worth getting up for.
What is on
Every week
Exercise to suit every level of mobility
Weekly
Arts and crafts
Weekly
Quizzes, ball games and movie days
Weekly
Every month
A trip out
Monthly
A service from the local church
Monthly
Musical entertainment
Monthly
Through the year
Visits to and from the local school and nursery
Termly
Parties, pantomime and carol singers
At Christmas
Bell ringers, music and dancing
Seasonal
The programme changes week to week, and residents tell us what they want more of.
Hairdressing on site, every week
Residents can vote by post if they would like to, and we will arrange it. Wi fi runs throughout the home with computer equipment chosen for people with dementia, so anyone who wants to can email or video call their family wherever they happen to be.
A chiropodist every six weeks
Residents can vote by post if they would like to, and we will arrange it. Wi fi runs throughout the home with computer equipment chosen for people with dementia, so anyone who wants to can email or video call their family wherever they happen to be.
Eye tests and dental checks every year
Residents can vote by post if they would like to, and we will arrange it. Wi fi runs throughout the home with computer equipment chosen for people with dementia, so anyone who wants to can email or video call their family wherever they happen to be.
Visiting clergy, and pets are welcome
Residents can vote by post if they would like to, and we will arrange it. Wi fi runs throughout the home with computer equipment chosen for people with dementia, so anyone who wants to can email or video call their family wherever they happen to be.