Making the most of the garden to help people living with dementia

Spending time outdoors, breathing fresh air and experiencing the effects of the weather on our senses is good for everyone – and people living with dementia are no exception. As people progress on their dementia journey however, safety concerns around wandering or poor mobility, as well as reduced levels of motivation, can make it steadily […]

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Music all around

We always enjoy a good old sing song around the house!  and Aye, Aye, Yippee is a favourite! More than just a favourite pastime, singing has many health and wellbeing benefits for our residents. Find out more in our recent blog article Why music is so important in dementia care Here’s our songstress and carer, […]

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Delicious!

Just a couple of our delicious home made cakes we’ve enjoyed this week! Yummy!

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Easter fun and frolics

We had a lovely weekend of Easter celebrations here at Northfield House. Making our own Easter bonnets got things off to a great start, then with lots of chocolate treats, a good sing-along thanks to our very own songstress carer, Maisie (safely from behind a screen) and a delicious Easter Monday tea, a thoroughly good […]

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Spring sunshine

A perfect late afternoon sitting out on our decking in the warm Spring air, watching the hazy sun over the valley!!

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