Sheila has had a wonderful life full of travel, love and adventure; her journey began in Liverpool where she was born. Throughout her life, she always tried new jobs to find the right one for her. Her first job was a temporary role with Inland Revenue. However, this role didn’t suit Sheila so she went
Inspired by Residents
Imelda’s Incredible Life
Imelda has had a wonderful life full of travel, love and adventure, where her journey began in Walton, Liverpool. Going into her teens, Imelda attended Notre Dame Catholic College School in Liverpool, where she was taught by Nuns and thoroughly enjoyed the music classes! Click here to see Imelda’s celebrating her birthday recently! Going into
The Amazing Audrey
A life full of love and kindness, Audrey has had a beautiful life with friends and family by her side. Audrey was born in Yorkshire back in the 1930s, she loved this county as there was beautiful countryside for miles! Despite the fact that Audrey enjoyed school, she was unable to pass grammar school. Therefore,
Relaxation Activities in Care Homes: Improving Resident’s Mental Well-Being
Self-esteem, self-worth and self-acceptance should never be something that is overlooked, so let’s ensure our residents are truly happy within themselves by incorporating relaxation activities.
Caring Through Being Creative
Distinguished local artist James Walsh has always been highly engaged with the art scene. Having worked closely with other artists, he has exhibited across the globe. Now residing at Parklands Lodge, Jim is continues his art and is helping his fellow Athena residents to get creative through the healthcare provider’s latest initiative, the Art Hub.
Jim’s Story
Distinguished local artist James Walsh has always been highly engaged with the art scene. Having worked closely with other artists, he has exhibited across the globe. Now residing at Parklands Lodge, Jim is continues his art and is helping his fellow Athena residents to get creative through the healthcare provider’s latest initiative, the Art Hub.
Making Memories – The Power of Reminiscence
Reminiscence therapy can take many forms, but the objective remains the same – to help participants recollect events, people and places from their past through stimulating and triggering the senses; sight, touch, taste, smell & sound.
The Sound of Music Therapy – The Benefits of Music Therapy for Care Home Residents
Music is a powerful tool and alternative therapy that has the ability to evoke memories, create emotional connections and access numerous parts of the brain at once.
Hats Off to Felicity!
Hats Off to Felicity! – One of our amazing ladies, Felicity, has recently been in the limelight for her entrepreneurial work as a milliner.
Trooping the Colour- A day to remember
Trooping the Colour – On Saturday 12th June, residents across our Lodges celebrated Trooping the Colour for Queen Elizabeth’s 95th birthday.