Quick and easy chorizo pork belly & chickpea casserole recipe This quick and easy Spanish-inspired stew features a slow-cooked pork belly, a budget-friendly cut that delivers exceptional flavour and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ingredients for the Recipe 1-2 tbsp Oliveoil 500-700g Pork belly skinless boneless, sliced into big chunks 100g Chorizo 1 Onion 1 CarrotContinue reading “Quick and easy chorizo pork belly & chickpea casserole recipe”
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The benefits of a ‘Mind, Body & Soul’ approach to care home activities
The benefits of a ‘Mind, Body & Soul’ approach to care home activities As we get older, we often find ourselves losing connection. Social circles become smaller, and often our mental and physical wellbeing becomes compromised. To combat this, Birchwood House dedicates itself to carrying out meaningful activities for our residents. Thanks to our ActivitiesContinue reading “The benefits of a ‘Mind, Body & Soul’ approach to care home activities “
Connecting with animals in aged care
Connecting with animals in aged care How care homes and their residents can benefit from time with animals As part of our dedication to enriching residents’ lives, we’re always exploring interesting ways to support holistic well-being. Animals can be a big part of life. From childhood companions and pets to hobbies, we interact with animalsContinue reading “Connecting with animals in aged care”
Dignity and peace in death
Dignity and peace in death As our loved one’s age, they can experience a myriad of life-limiting conditions whereby additional support may be needed and a more focused approach to living well is required. At this point where end-of-life care is introduced, you may feel like the only option is for your loved one toContinue reading “Dignity and peace in death”
The Most Scrumptious Chocolate Pear Pudding
The Most Scrumptious Chocolate Pear Pudding Our delicious Chocolate Pear Pudding recipe is a delightful indulgence. It is a perfect blend of rich cocoa and juicy pears that will enchant your taste buds with every spoonful. Ingredients 200g butter, plus extra for greasing 300g golden caster sugar 4 large eggs 75g plain flour 50g cocoa powder 410g can pear halves inContinue reading “The Most Scrumptious Chocolate Pear Pudding”
Why Human Connection is Important for the Elderly
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 “
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”
