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”
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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”
Poached Pears in Red Wine
Poached Pears in Red Wine Perfectly poached pears, served in the finest of red wine, Chef John Anthony has served yet another French delight to our residents at Birchwood House. Inspired by BBC Good Foods, you can follow the recipe below to recreate this culinary delight yourself. Ingredients 1 vanilla pod 1 bottle red wineContinue reading “Poached Pears in Red Wine”
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”
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”
Raising Awareness of Race Against Dementia Day 2023
Raising Awareness of Race Against Dementia Day 2023 Race Against Dementia is a global charity that was founded in 2016 by Sir Jackie Stewart OBE. This year Race Against Dementia Day falls on January 21st. The organisation aims to raise awareness and funds for research and development in the search for a cure or treatmentContinue reading “Raising Awareness of Race Against Dementia Day 2023”
3 reasons to consider respite care this Christmas
3 reasons to consider respite care this Christmas Respite care can be a nice way to help ensure everyone in your family is able to relax and enjoy the festive season. After all, we know that while caring for loved ones is very rewarding, it can also be challenging at times and incredibly demanding. Sometimes it can evenContinue reading “3 reasons to consider respite care this Christmas”
Celebrating the healing powers of animals
Celebrating the healing powers of animals Enchanted forest event You might already know that here at Birchwood House we host a number of exciting events and activities for our residents to enjoy. Our most recent event, themed around the enchanted forest, was really successful. The residents enjoyed the beautiful autumnal scenery and wildlife. To addContinue reading “Celebrating the healing powers of animals”
Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree
Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree This month, Elia shares his recipe for this delicious dish of gammon, served fresh with baked beans, fluffy mashed potato and sweet pineapple puree. Keep reading to find out how Elia prepares this dish. Ingredients Gammon joint small/medium 5 medium-sized fresh white potato 400g pineappleContinue reading “Gammon served with baked beans, mashed potato and pineapple puree”
Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia – what’s the difference and how can you help?
Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia – what’s the difference and how can you help? Nearly 50 million people are living with dementia worldwide, according to Alzheimers.org. World Alzheimer’s Month aims to spread awareness and bring people together to tackle this challenge. Globally there is thought to be poor understanding and stigma surrounding the disease. For example,Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia – what’s the difference and how can you help? “
