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”
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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”
Introducing our new lifestyle lead: Elizabeth Penman-Green
Introducing our new Lifestyle Lead: Elizabeth Penman-Green Elizabeth, known as Lizzie, brings a fun, enthusiastic energy and a wide smile to the team. As Lifestyle Lead, her role includes planning activities to help Birchwood House residents live the best day-to-day experience – one of her favourite sayings is “don’t count the days, make the daysContinue reading “Introducing our new lifestyle lead: Elizabeth Penman-Green”
Living with the seasons in care homes
Living with the seasons in care homes Care homes play a vital role in helping residents to experience the beauty and benefits of every season. By understanding the impact of each unique season on residents’ health and wellbeing and implementing thoughtful strategies, we can create a warm and nurturing environment that enhances their quality ofContinue reading “Living with the seasons in care homes”
Proactive fall prevention in care homes
Proactive fall prevention in care homes For mature adults, small accidents like tripping on carpet or slipping in the shower can have a much bigger impact. Falls can lead to broken bones and incur serious or long-term health problems. The NHS report that one third of people over 65 – and half of people overContinue reading “Proactive fall prevention in care homes”
Celebrating Good Care Month at Birchwood House
Celebrating Good Care Month at Birchwood House “Good Care Month” encourages the care community to take a moment to appreciate the heroes behind community care and wellbeing. It was founded by the Hertfordshire Care Providers Association and is a great reminder of the compassionate people whose work sits at the heart of Birchwood House. TheContinue reading “Celebrating Good Care Month at Birchwood House”
How to help elderly people beat the heat
Staying cool in the English summer: How to help the elderly beat the heat The English summer brings a refreshing change to dreary weather, with sunshine and warmth filling the months mid-year. As beautiful as this season is though, it can also pose challenges for our residents and other aging adults, who may be moreContinue reading “How to help elderly people beat the heat”
Sunshine and Serenity: Exploring the Endless Benefits of the Great Outdoors at Birchwood House
Sunshine and Serenity: Exploring the Endless Benefits of the Great Outdoors at Birchwood House With National Walking Month in full swing and May also seeing National Garden Day, it seems a fitting time to draw focus to the myriad benefits brought by the great outdoors at both Birchwood House and beyond. It was Hans ChristianContinue reading “Sunshine and Serenity: Exploring the Endless Benefits of the Great Outdoors at Birchwood House”
The key to a Happier, Healthier Life in Care Homes? It’s all in the Smile
The key to a Happier, Healthier Life in Care Homes? It’s all in the Smile Why does smiling actually matter, and what do teeth have to do with it? Beyond the obvious ties to hygiene, oral wellbeing plays a vital role in holistic health and happiness. Birchwood couldn’t agree more – because smiling does matter.Continue reading “The key to a Happier, Healthier Life in Care Homes? It’s all in the Smile”
Mediterranean Chicken
Mediterranean Chicken With slightly brighter days upon us, Elia has slowly begun incorporating more healthy Mediterranean meals into our resident’s diets. This month, Elia shares his recipe for Mediterranean Chicken, fresh and light, but still bursting with flavour. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced 8 chickenContinue reading “Mediterranean Chicken”
