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EVERYBODY GROOVING There were no barriers to taking part in the silent disco held recently at Nesfield Lodge Care Home in Leeds – even those unable to leave their beds could be included.
The amazing event, led by DJ Pete Goldup aka The Silent Disco DJ, used an innovative long-reach signal that allowed those who find leaving their beds difficult or are uncomfortable with big groups to take part.
DJ Pete came equipped with disco props, 50 sets of headphones, tassel poms, 70s heart glasses, a disco ball and strobe lights to give residents the full rave experience.
Sarah Golden-Hill, Manager at Nesfield Lodge, said: “It was amazing that even those who are bedbound or aren’t comfortable in large group settings can still enjoy the party.
“It’s just another way to get our residents up on their feet and moving. They joined our colleagues and guests and had an incredible time singing and dancing the aſternoon away.”
Nesfield Lodge is part of the Orchard Care Homes group, which specialises in care for those with dementia.
The silent disco was staged staged as part of Nesfield Lodge’s Dementia Promise, which aims to remove the stigma associated with dementia and encourage a positive approach to dementia care and enrichment through activity, choice and inclusion.
Resident's wife Mary said: “I had a wonderful time dancing with my husband. It brought back memories of our youth together.”
And, resident Barbara said: “It was wonderful to listen to some of these songs again, they really brought me back to such happy times.”
www.orchardcarehomes.com
CHISLEHURST RESIDENTS GET
CRAFTY TO RAISE AWARENESS Residents and staff at RMBI Care Co Home. Prince George Duke of Kent Court, in Chislehurst, have created giant animal sculptures to raise awareness of endangered species across the planet.
Using an array of recycled materials, including cardboard and newspapers, residents got to work creating animals such as a giraffe, rhino, porpoise and otter. Everybody had the opportunity to help shape the animals’ bodies and paint their different features. Once complete, the papier-mâché animals were displayed proudly in the care home’s reception to raise awareness to all living and working in the home, as well as visitors.
Diane Connor, Activities Coordinator at Prince George Duke of Kent Court, said: “At Prince George Duke of Kent Court, we are increasingly conscious of the impact our actions have on the planet.
“When speaking with residents and staff, we decided to focus on a number of fun and educational activities to learn more about how we can reduce our environmental footprint, and make little changes to our daily lives.”
Residents and staff at the home have also planted wildflower seeds in large planters to attract bees in the warmer months, and various vegetables and salad seeds for residents to enjoy when available.
RMBI Care Co. Home Prince George Duke of Kent Court is run by RMBI Care Co., part of the Masonic Charitable Foundation.
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