Summary
This week at Riseley House Care Home featured fun activities including crafting, singing, and visits from a local nursery, fostering joy and creativity.
Highlights
🎶 Started the week with music and crafting activities.
🎨 Residents crafted signs and decorations, showcasing creativity.
🍽️ Discussed meal options like soup, sandwiches, and fish fingers.
🌸 Made personalized items, such as a sign for Margaret’s walking frame.
🐻 Enjoyed visits from nursery children, enhancing community ties.
👏 Residents showcased their talents and engaged in games.
🤗 Emphasised warmth and joy through singing and dancing.
Key Insights
🎉 Community Engagement: Involving local nurseries promotes intergenerational relationships, enriching the lives of residents and children alike.
✂️ Creative Expression: Craft activities provide therapeutic benefits, allowing residents to express themselves and enhance fine motor skills.
🍽️ Nutritional Choices: Discussing meal options engages residents in their dietary preferences, enhancing their sense of autonomy.
🏷️ Personalisation: Creating personalized items like walking frame signs fosters a sense of ownership and pride among residents.
🌈 Joyful Atmosphere: Incorporating singing and dancing creates an uplifting environment, encouraging social interaction and emotional well-being.
👶 Social Connections: Regular visits from the nursery contribute to a lively atmosphere and stimulate cognitive engagement through interaction.
🎭 Talent Showcases: Activities that allow residents to showcase their talents bolster self-esteem and encourage participation in communal events.