Activities at Tyspane Care Home

Tyspane Care Home residents had a lovely surprise this morning when Denise arrived with Lottie, the Pets as Therapy Dog. Lottie visited residents in their rooms for lots of cuddles whilst Denise chatted to residents.

David stated, “I had a golden retriever who would not stop eating.”

Jean was shocked and surprised when Lottie popped her head over her bed, Jean stated, “Oh how lovely.”

Lorna stroked Lottie and said, “I had a dog just like you called Sunny Boy, he used to play in the garden in a bowl of water.”

It was clear that Lottie helped residents feel relaxed and gave everyone a sense of calmness.  A very special morning.

Thank You Denise and Lottie.

The harp is believed to have existed since 15,000 BC, making it one of the oldest instruments in the world. The word “harp” originates from the German, Old Norse and Anglo Saxon words meaning to “pluck”. Whereas, the Celts believed that the harp was the bridge of love between Heaven and Earth.

Whatever you believe there is no doubt that the sound of a harp promotes an atmosphere of comfort, warmth and safety. The harp’s harmonious and sustained tones create an atmosphere of serenity and tranquillity, allowing the listener to unwind and enter a state of deep relaxation. Which is exactly what residents at Tyspane Care Home did this afternoon as they listened to Gareth play the harp in the lounge, simply divine.

At the end of the session Patrick asked Gareth, “Could you sit at the end of my bed at night and play please.”

Thank You Gareth for a wonderful feeling of bliss.

At Tyspane Care Home we understand the benefits of family and friends visiting their loved ones, it is important because it maintains emotional connections, promotes mental health and improves physical health. 

So today, it was wonderful to welcome Patrick’s extended family and friends to Tyspane Care Home.  Amy Austin (Tyspane Care Home Cook) baked fresh cakes and Jaye Yeo (Activities) decorated the dining room tables with beautiful flowers.

Patrick’s eyes and face lit up when he saw his family and friends, it was a wonderful moment. Many memories were made this morning.

Patrick stated, “It was such a wonderful morning, I really loved it, thank you.”

Old fashioned crafts and vintage skills are worth persevering according to Tyspane Care Home residents. They believe that mastering a handicraft will help them retain independence and increase self-esteem. It is true that crafting items is more time consuming but the crafting of beautiful handmade items brings joyfulness and confidence that you can’t get in any other way.

Therefore, it is wonderful to see that the Thursday Crochet Group is expanding rapidly with more residents joining each week. Rachel Collins (Community Volunteer) moved swiftly between residents, families, friends and staff at Tyspane Care Home demonstrating how to master the old fashioned skills of crocheting.

Molly stated, “When you create something with your own two hands, you find a deep beauty in it.”

Tony replied, “I think I need to do better, bit like my old school reports…could do better!”

One family member commented that imperfections in homemade items are not a sign of defects but rather a sign of love and dedication that went with the creation of the item.

Tyspane Care Home understands that gardening provides mental stimulation for older people. Making plans for the garden, remembering to water plants, and the satisfaction of a successful garden are all beneficial . With this in mind The Gardening Club have been extremely busy this week preparing the outside area for planting, moving the shed to create a residents potting shed and filling containers with compost.

As Patrick reminded everyone, “Nothing ever grows without a seed, and nothing ever changes without a dream.”

To which Vera replied, “No, when you plant a seed its love and it is you who blossoms.”

Keep up the good work!

Tyspane Care Home residents, families, friends and staff waited with bated breath for the sound of excited preschool children running through the corridors. It never ceases to amaze us at Tyspane Care Home, how the children can see the magic in every little thing around them and in each other. Today has been no exception as all the children have shown such kindness and empathy to all those around them.

One of the children calling out, “Patrick” because he couldn’t wait to play pass the balloon with him. He also seeks out Patrick and often talks to his parents about Tyspane Care Home.

Watching the young and old play together was amazing and a true example of intergenerational practice at Tyspane Care Home.

Thank You Little Fishes Braunton, you really brighten our day.