A friend just asked me to share this post by my mum about the huge difference a community circle made to her & my dad's life, while he lived with Alzheimer's, so I thought I'd share it here too. Encircled with love: community-circles.co.uk/encircled-with… Thnx always Helen Sanderson MBE🌿 Cath Barton

Reflective of our discussion this morning Lynn Flannigan Lisa Maynard 💚🤍💜

I never fail to be moved by the effects of finding someone’s #music #language at the advanced stages of #dementia . This lady used to be a church organist - see how she responds to hearing this familiar hymn. Please remember ppl never stop #listening MusicforDementia. #EOL #care 🎶

It's well worth having a look at this book. All about using the care home garden, not just having one to look at. We all like the chance to get outdoors, especially now that there is a sense of spring out there

Why spend £££ on a #care home garden design if the residents aren’t going to use it?
Why don’t we go into the Garden? is a fabulous guide by Debbie Carroll on how to create actively used #gardens . Unlock doors first, use the space you have and then #design w people in mind. 🌱🙌

While reading this, I found myself breathing slowly and deeply. Even reading about breathing had a positive effect for me.

A little #patientengagement goes a long way! #patientmobility #EndPJParalysis #everyBODYmoves #BedRestIsBad #Nursing #ICURehab #FallPrevention

On Saturday we celebrate 4 YEARS of #MMYM . Bex Townley set out to do 30 days of x3 daily movement snacks to keep people moving during lockdown - 4 years on and the movement mission continues bcs these people 👇said ‘pls don’t stop’

📣 All health professionals should talk about physical activity with patients 🏃‍♀️ 🗣

How far and wide can we share this NEW #Infographic ? 👀

Link 👉 bit.ly/3ILXusW

In Shetland ready for our final Care about Physical Activity workshops. What a venue! Stunning setting and helpful staff to keep us right. Now waiting for folk to arrive IRL - certainly different from on-line sessions Lynn Flannigan Shetland Islands Council Care Inspectorate

Grest question, can anyone help with this query?

Women and girls tend to walk more than boys and men: making pedestrian environments safe, attractive and accessible is maybe the most important single thing to increase gender equality in travel? #IWD2024

A great quote! Too true, Queen for me also Maureen Cossar

💬'...exercising helps to strengthen your joints, maintain flexibility and improve your general health...'

In a new article, our friends Versus Arthritis share the top tips for #walking with arthritis, and the benefits moving more can bring 🚶

🔗👉tinyurl.com/mr2peyxp

Wondered what it’s like at the Ceilidh Club with Stroma Folk & Ceilidh Band? 🤔💃

Check out this walkthrough of their night at the Ceilidh Club last week!🥳

🎟 ceilidhclub.com/tickets

#stroma #folk #ceilidh #ceilidh band #ceilidh club #scottishdancing #dance #london #kensington

Completed workshops on Early Intervention, Preventative & Proactive Care & CAPA with 36 fab Fife Community OT colleagues. So much energy & enthusiasm to improve outcomes through meaningful occupations! Can't wait to see where the improvement journey takes Fife! Edith Macintosh Royal College of Occupational Therapists

Amazing work Bex and Later Life Training team. Still leading the way

A new addition to the wardrobes today!🤩

Signs to help staff identify which patients can use the exercise pedals, prompting regular use of them throughout their inpatient admission💪🏼

Our mission to prevent deconditioning continues with an MDT approach!

ReconditionTheNation

Expressions of need don’t always require words. Our needs can be expressed through our behaviour, facial expressions, vocal tone, reactions or feelings. Watch closely for any subtle ‘tells’ & react to those to meet the unspoken need. #WithSLTuCan

Muscle loss is a reality of aging. Studies reveal that between 40 and 70, healthy adults lose roughly 24% of their muscle mass. By 70, that translates to a 30% decrease in strength. It's a strong argument for staying active and maintaining muscle health. 💡 #AgingFacts #Strength