Dementia Care Activities at Ann Slade Care Home
Our Commitment
Life at Ann Slade goes beyond just care — it encompasses companionship, purpose, enjoyment, and the creation of a genuine sense of home. We believe that every resident should feel valued, engaged, and supported to continue enjoying the things that matter most to them.
Our daily life at the care home is enriched with thoughtfully planned activities that cater to the interests, abilities, and well-being of each resident. Whether someone prefers quiet moments, social interaction, creative activities, or simply spending time outdoors, we encourage everyone to participate at their own pace and in their own way.
Each day, residents have the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of activities for dementia and more, including:
- Music and sing-alongs
- Arts and crafts
- Gentle exercise and movement sessions
- Gardening and outdoor activities
- Board games and quizzes
- Reminiscence sessions and memory activities
- Celebrating birthdays and special occasions
- Seasonal events and themed afternoons
- Visits from volunteers from Duke of Edinburgh, local groups, and community organizations.
We also have a unique initiative with Arden College for Autism and Special Needs, where students visit and gain valuable work experience.
For residents living with dementia, we provide meaningful and personalized care through activities designed to promote comfort, confidence, familiarity, and emotional well-being. We recognize that small moments — a favorite song, looking through photographs, helping set a table, or spending time in the garden — can bring immense joy and reassurance. Daily life at Ann Slade is relaxed, friendly, and centered around individual choice. Residents are encouraged to maintain their routines, hobbies, and independence wherever possible. Families and loved ones are always welcome to be part of celebrations, events, and everyday moments.
Our caring team works diligently to create a warm and inclusive atmosphere where laughter, friendship, dignity, and kindness are integral to everyday life. At Ann Slade, we strive for residents to feel safe, comfortable, and truly at home.
Our Staff
Our staff is comprised of trained and experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. They are dedicated to providing a warm and welcoming environment for our residents, enriching their daily life at the care home. Our team goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone feels at home, taking the time to get to know each resident personally. They understand their routines, preferences, life stories, and individual care needs, implementing activities for dementia that are tailored to each individual's interests. Through kindness, patience, and genuine compassion, our team helps create a safe, supportive, and homely atmosphere where residents feel valued every day.
A Home Away From Home
At Ann Slade, we believe a care home should feel exactly that — a home. Residents are encouraged to maintain their independence, routines, and hobbies, with the freedom to spend their days as they choose. Daily life at our care home includes engaging activities for dementia, allowing residents to enjoy their time meaningfully. Our beautiful gardens play an especially important role in this daily routine. Residents are welcome to enjoy the outdoor spaces at any time, and many take great pleasure in gardening, watering plants, tending flowers, or simply sitting outside and enjoying the fresh air and peaceful surroundings. Gardening can provide not only enjoyment and relaxation but also a sense of purpose, familiarity, and wellbeing, which is part of our commitment to personalized care.
Our Services and our Pets As Therapy Dog
We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of our residents, from assistance with daily living tasks to specialized memory care. Our personalized care approach ensures that we support our residents and their families every step of the way. Additionally, we provide engaging activities for dementia to enhance daily life at the care home. Our residents also enjoy visits from Muffin, our regular Pets As Therapy Dog, an 11-year-old bichonpoodle, who gets spoiled during her visits.