Why Human Connection is Important for the Elderly Social connections are an integral part of human life, whether it’s with friends, family, colleagues, or others, so it’s no surprise that they form such a huge part of what we do here at Birchwood House. As social beings, we crave the company of those who matterContinue reading “Why Human Connection is Important for the Elderly “
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Sticky Toffee Pudding
Sticky Toffee Pudding Sticky toffee pudding (or sticky date pudding) is a date-filled dessert and classic English-style pudding, consisting of moist sponge cake that is covered in a sweet toffee sauce. It is often served with fresh cream or chilly vanilla ice 9cream and is always a crowd-pleaser! Ingredients for the pudding 200g pitted dates, roughlyContinue reading “Sticky Toffee Pudding”
Egg-citing Easter Activities for the Elderly
Egg-citing Easter Activities for the Elderly With Easter approaching, now is wonderful time to create lasting memories with your beloved family. People of all ages cherish this occasion, and it’s a time of happiness and rejuvenation. As we get ready for the festivities, it’s essential to remember our elderly loved ones and ensure they areContinue reading “Egg-citing Easter Activities for the Elderly “
Easy weeknight recipe for chicken in white wine sauce
Chicken in white wine wauce This creamy chicken dish is both light yet hearty, making it a great meal to bridge the gap between winter and spring. Ingredients 2 chicken breasts 1 large onion 2 garlic cloves 200g/7oz mushrooms, about 10–15 mushrooms knob unsalted butter pinch dried mixed herbs 250ml/9fl oz white wine 250ml/9fl oz single cream To serve A salad or vegetables of yourContinue reading “Easy weeknight recipe for chicken in white wine sauce”
5 Step Banana Pavlova
5 Step Banana Pavlova This banoffee-inspired Banana Pavlova is crunchy, soft, and sweet all at once. It’s best described as mini one-layer cakes made from meringues that are crispy on the outside and marshmallowy inside. The base can be topped in true banoffee-style with cream, banana, chocolate and caramel, or you can opt for aContinue reading “5 Step Banana Pavlova”
Why is continence care important for care homes
Why is continence care important for care homes Continence care can become more relevant with age as incontinence is something that many people experience as they grow older. While this can be a cause of embarrassment for residents, our friendly and experienced team are trained to understand why this happens, and how to best help residentsContinue reading “Why is continence care important for care homes”
The Best Chocolate Brownies
The Best Chocolate Brownies One of our favourite desserts here at Birchwood House is this deliciously creamy lemon posset. Another classic sweet treat we love are these melt-in-your-mouth brownies, which have the perfect mix of a warm, gooey centre and crispy top. They’re a delight year-round, but our residents particularly enjoy them alongside a warmingContinue reading “The Best Chocolate Brownies”
The new Care Quality Commission Assessment Framework
The new Care Quality Commission assessment framework The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. It ensures that these services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, and high-quality care. One of its key functions is to monitor, investigate, and review service providers like Birchwood House andContinue reading “The new Care Quality Commission Assessment Framework”
Bringing festive joy into our care home
Bringing festive joy into our care home As November transitioned into December, the Birchwood House team continued to create a warm and festive home environment for residents. At a time of year when people and communities come together and connect over the holiday season, we have been especially focused on helping our residents feel engagedContinue reading “Bringing festive joy into our care home”
Pea and Chicken Risotto
Pea and Chicken Risotto This delightful pea and chicken risotto is the perfect winter-warmer dish, full of hearty flavour and a healthy serving of protein. It’s a great addition to any recipe roster as the days grow shorter and colder, and is sure to be a hit just as it is with our residents. IngredientsContinue reading “Pea and Chicken Risotto”
