Activities at Derham House Care Home

Derham House were happy to welcome back canine performers to the home who have been away for several years and reached out to the activity team to perform once more and WOW they did not disappoint.

On show was Dingle and Fergal two Clumber spaniels originating from Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire to Mia the Red Setter who is an older lady who Ellis rescued from a puppy farm where she was treated appallingly and was breed constantly, but with the help of Ellis she is now a happy lady and with her adopted brothers she was performing tricks too.

The residents were delighted with their fabulous skills, from hunting the hidden food to walking backwards, weaving in and out and limping on command.

Residents got the chance to pat and cuddle the three dogs, who they absolutely adored! A fantastic afternoon enjoyed by all we cannot wait to welcome them back again.

Derham house was pleased to welcome back the talented Brian Shaw with his Variety show.

Singing a medley of songs from rock n roll to country to disco music the residents really enjoy it when he is here as he always makes them laugh with his jokes that sometimes are a bit naughty but they love it he even grabbed someone's paper and stopped to have a read.

Music has such a positive impact on the residents and also helps with cognition remembering all the songs and even some getting up to dance.

We cannot wait to see him again!!

Busy Monday for Derham House residents as they met some interesting creatures when Spirit of the Wild visited.

We have some incredibly brave residents to hold a tarantula, wrestle with a snake and get up close and personal with owls, stick inserts, meerkats and a skunk!!

Animal therapy builds on a concept called the human-animal bond, which describes people's desire to interact with and relate to animals. For many people, by interacting with a friendly animal, they can form a bond with them. This bond can produce a calming state in the person.

Everyone enjoyed themselves, except the photographer - I'm a bit of a wimp.

The piglets Reggie & Ronnie were so well behaved and not an oink out of them - well almost.

Spreading smiles & laughter throughout the home as they greeted our residents.

Thank you Performing Pets for coming - all your pets bring smiles to our faces.

Derham House celebrated the King's Coronation with four days of fun activities.

On the first day, the children from Corbets Tey School did Coronation art with the residents. On the second day, the Cornets from Mini Concerts performed various songs and got everyone singing along.

On the third day, the residents watched the Coronation on TV or in the cinema room and shared their memories of the late Queen's Coronation. The afternoon tea party moved indoors due to rain, but that didn't stop the festive mood. Tony B entertained everyone with his music and dancing.

On the fourth day, Debbie and Jill sang songs from different decades and musicals. The residents enjoyed themselves and thanked everyone who contributed to the celebrations, especially Mr Thompson and Renata for their delicious Victoria sponges.
 

We hope you have had a beautiful day filled with family, friends, and lots of chocolate!

The Easter Bunny made a surprise visit to our residents to finish off the Easter Bank Holiday.

We also had a 88th Birthday x Double chocolate x

Thank you Essex magical mascots