Understanding Emotional Needs Through Kitwood’s Flower
How might someone feel when an important emotional need goes unmet? Perhaps they've been left out of a conversation, had a decision made for them or found that something they... Read more
From Cuddly Encounters to Creepy Crawlies at Ilfracombe Nursing Home
Ilfracombe Nursing Home Says Hello to some Unusual Animals! An unusual collection of visitors recently arrived at Edenmore Nursing Home, based in North Devon, as family members (residents) welcomed some... Read more
Dementia Care: Understanding the Traffic Light System
Why might someone living with a Dementia lose their ability to stop and think before they react? This is something we explored recently during our Identity training, held at the... Read more
New Friendship Blooms Over Roses at North Devon Care Home
Family members (residents) from Edenmore Nursing Home recently enjoyed an outing to St. John’s Garden Centre in Ashford, with the trip ending in a new, blossoming friendship. Lillian and Shirley,... Read more
Why do some dementia care homes not wear uniforms?
No Uniforms in Dementia Care Imagine waking to a new day and opening your eyes to a room that doesn’t look or feel familiar. You lie there for a moment,... Read more
Celebrating Harry: A Special Birthday at North Devon Care Home
Family member (resident) Harry recently enjoyed a special birthday celebration at North Devon Care Home, Edenmore. Members of the team, and family members who wanted to join in, came together... Read more
Roberto’s Chair Zumba Brings Joy to North Devon Care Home
North Devon Care Home Celebrates Years of Chair Zumba Fun Edenmore Nursing Home has been enjoying their Chair Zumba sessions from Robert ‘Roberto’ Campbell for a number of years now,... Read more
From Humble Beginnings to High-flyer: Colin’s Story
Edenmore Nursing Home Shares Fascinating Life Story of Resident For families whose loved one is on a cognitive journey or living with a dementia, the move into a care home... Read more
Aloha Ilfracombe! Edenmore Brings Hawaii to North Devon
Hawaiian-themed Garden Party Delights at Edenmore Nursing Home Edenmore Nursing Home recently transformed its garden area for their Hawaiian-themed ‘Aloha’ party. Balloons, banners, paper fans and tropical hanging decorations were... Read more