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Some of the Applewood residents had a pub lunch before boarding at Alresford station.

We had an amazing time at our Halloween party! Our residents all enjoyed hotdogs and a warming hot chocolate, whilst watching the fireworks. After this we went on a spooky trail… our staff did a great job at making a few of us jump out of our skin in their frightening costumes! We would like…

Once again, Chatterwood had the pleasure of welcoming two new workplace students. Katie, from Alton College, and Imagen, from Highbury College – who are both studying Health And Social Care Level 3. Both Katie and Imagen enjoyed their 2 week placement at Chatterwood and undertook many tasks and activities, as well as interacting with the…

Adeline, Joan and Elaine from Ganarew are off out on a lovely Sunny Autumn morning for tea. Served in china cups and saucers, not found very often these days, with Costa Coffee and such like. The Girls loved the antique charm of this lovely tea and coffee shop and Adeline loved the white flowers that covered a pergola.

We have introduced a variety of clubs here at Milkwood House, which all of our residents have been enjoying… take a look below to find out what they have been up to!

We love our weekly dance and movement therapy sessions! It’s great to see everybody getting involved, including our bed patients.

Beth and Francesca put some ABBA on and got everybody singing and dancing with pompoms. The gentle exercises that went with the songs were enjoyed by all.

About doll therapy The use of dolls can bring great benefit to some people with a diagnosis of dementia, particuarly those in the later stages. Doll therapy involves making a doll available to the person to hold or sit with, and it is a recognisable form of therapy used to help dementia patients. One of…

The majority of our Chatterwood staff took part in a 12 hour cycle challenge to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. Courtsey of Lou, an exercise bike was placed in reception, ready for everyone to hop on and take part. Doug, who resides at Chatterwood even fancied a go at helping to clock up some…

Our girls at Ganarew like to be out and about while we still have the nice crisp autumn days with us.