On Thursday 26th September, mums and babies from Tots Play Okehampton, Tavistock & Crediton visited Kent House Care home in Okehampton to take part in a very special inter-generational session organised by the business owner, Sarah Cole.
Cole runs Tots Play classes for babies and toddlers in Okehampton, Tavistock and Crediton which feature a mix of activities including baby yoga, baby signing, sensory play, music and instruments, movement activities and lots more. Cole organised the session at Kent House to give the residents the opportunity to spend time with and interact with the babies and their mums, and get involved in the wide range of activities too.
“My grandmother has dementia and lives in a nursing home, and I’ve seen how she transforms when she’s around my two year old son. From when he was a baby , she would light up when she saw him and always remembered who he was, though she struggles a lot with her memory now. The range of activities we offer is perfect for engaging with both younger and older age groups, so I thought it would be a lovely idea to get them together to have some fun.” says Cole.
The session was a huge success, with many residents who were previously apprehensive enjoying getting involved with watching the babies, playing instruments, singing and much more.
Cole said: “It was such a great atmosphere – all of the residents smiled the whole way through the session and were so animated when talking to the babies and their mums. It was genuinely heart-warming to see.”
Tots Play babies visit Kent House for special residents’ session
/in NewsOn Thursday 26th September, mums and babies from Tots Play Okehampton, Tavistock & Crediton visited Kent House Care home in Okehampton to take part in a very special inter-generational session organised by the business owner, Sarah Cole.
Cole runs Tots Play classes for babies and toddlers in Okehampton, Tavistock and Crediton which feature a mix of activities including baby yoga, baby signing, sensory play, music and instruments, movement activities and lots more. Cole organised the session at Kent House to give the residents the opportunity to spend time with and interact with the babies and their mums, and get involved in the wide range of activities too.
“My grandmother has dementia and lives in a nursing home, and I’ve seen how she transforms when she’s around my two year old son. From when he was a baby , she would light up when she saw him and always remembered who he was, though she struggles a lot with her memory now. The range of activities we offer is perfect for engaging with both younger and older age groups, so I thought it would be a lovely idea to get them together to have some fun.” says Cole.
The session was a huge success, with many residents who were previously apprehensive enjoying getting involved with watching the babies, playing instruments, singing and much more.
Cole said: “It was such a great atmosphere – all of the residents smiled the whole way through the session and were so animated when talking to the babies and their mums. It was genuinely heart-warming to see.”
Going the Extra Mile for The Care Workers’ Charity
/in NewsOn Wednesday, the Stonehaven Support Team, walked 3.7 miles in support of The Care Worker’s Charity ‘Going the Extra Mile’ campaign. Sponsored by friends and family, we headed off for a lunchtime walk, even managing to stop for a BBQ on route!
‘Going the Extra Mile’ is a week-long campaign dedicated to celebrating those care workers and care teams that go the extra mile every day.
In recognition of the great work taking place in the care sector, the charity encourages individuals and organisations across the country to walk, run, bounce or even skip a mile, collecting sponsorship along the way.
We thoroughly enjoyed getting out of the office for some fresh air, a burger and some very important fund raising!
A trip to Dartmouth
/in NewsStaff and residents from Kent House in Okehampton drove the mini-bus down to Paignton and caught the steam train to Kingswear. After a bit of train spotting they took a boat over to beautiful Dartmouth for a wander around, and a couple of Gin and Tonics!
Making the most of the glorious weather!
/in NewsResidents and staff at St Petroc’s in Bodmin, enjoying the sun on the new patio.
Owl visit to Westward Ho!
/in NewsThe residents at Bluebell House and Primrose House, our homes in Westward Ho! enjoyed a visit from a very lovely owl today. For most it was the first time they had actually held an owl. It was fantastic to see their faces and listen to them talking about her with her owner Nick.
Good luck England!
/in NewsStonehaven sponsored Ipplepen cricketers getting behind the England World Cup Cricket team against New Zealand today!
Celebrating a Half Century!
/in NewsMathilde, Stonehaven’s Purchasing Manager, celebrated turning 50 yesterday, with a lovely lunch, glass of fizz and a surprise visit from her Mum and Sister, all the way from Holland. Happy Birthday!
Chollacott Residents find their Creative Mojo
/in NewsResidents at Chollacott House in Tavistock enjoyed an art class on Monday afternoon, delivered by ‘Creative Mojo’. Everyone painted an individual butterfly which were all put together at the end of the session, to create a beautiful work of art, now on display in the conservatory.
Olive turns 103!
/in NewsOlive, resident of Dove Tree House in Exeter, had a great day celebrating her 103rd Birthday! She didn’t want much fuss but enjoyed a few glasses of sherry ( her favourite tipple!) and wowed on the karaoke with her version of ‘My Way’. Four generations of her family joined her for tea Birthday cake. Happy Birthday Olive!
A day on the beach at Chollacott House!
/in NewsFriday, saw Chollacott House in Tavistock transformed into a beach, complete with sand, buckets & spades, kites and crabs! Residents were able to feel that sand between their toes, and play beach games, many from the comfort of their deck chairs. Staff and residents enjoyed ice-cream and fish and chips. Such a wonderful idea!