Coronavirus Update

Update : 6th January 2021 As a result of this latest national lockdown we are sadly having to close our doors to visitors once again. We most sincerely apologise for the obvious distress and inconvenience this may cause. Our priority remains to protect your loved ones and the staff supporting them, as well as to […]

Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?

Increasingly the terms ‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘dementia’ seem to be used interchangeably, but this can be confusing as the two are not the same thing. Dementia is not a disease in its own right, but is an umbrella term for a number of symptoms that affect the way the brain works. It can be caused by […]

5 amazing benefits music can bring to older people

Music has the amazing capacity to alter for the better the way we are feeling at any given time. Familiar tunes can bring cheer, evoke memories, and provide comfort – all of which can contribute to a positive sense of wellbeing. For older people living in residential care homes, the benefits music brings can be […]

Looking forward to Christmas…

Keep on moving! Staying active and healthy in old age

Regular exercise is good for you. We all know that, but as people get older health complaints, mobility problems, or even simple lack of motivation can all lead to them becoming less active. If a person you are caring for is spending long hours everyday chair-bound,  they may need some help and encouragement to increase […]