Doris’ joy for women’s football inspires care home to sponsor her team
91-year-old Doris inspires Alderwood to sponsor Colchester United Women
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🚗💨 Mike’s wish was for a fast car experience, and today it came true in spectacular style!
Mike has always had a passion for cars, with Lamborghinis and Ferraris being his absolute favourites. So a thrilling ride in a Lamborghini was the perfect experience for him. 🏎️✨
A huge thank you to Ben Taylor from Everyman Driving Experiences for his amazing support and expert driving, helping to make the day so special. Thanks also to Carl for getting us there, and to Louie and his three boys for their moral support and adding even more excitement to the occasion!
When asked about his day, Mike’s response said it all: “Absolutely fantastic!” 😊❤️
Making wishes come true is what it’s all about.
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Here are a few snapshots from our movement sessions this week at Alderwood! 💙
Keeping active is so important at every age, and our residents always enjoy taking part in gentle exercises that help improve mobility, strength, balance and coordination. Most importantly, these sessions bring plenty of smiles, laughter and opportunities to socialise with friends.
Whether it’s stretching, seated exercises or moving along to music, every little bit of movement helps support both physical and emotional wellbeing. We are so proud of everyone who joins in and gives it their best effort! 🌟
#KeepingActive #Wellbeing #AlderwoodCareHome #MovementMatters
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What a lovely morning we’ve had here at Alderwood! 🐰💕
Our much-loved Cosy Café was full of smiles as residents enjoyed spending time with the cutest bunnies and guinea pigs. We were also delighted to welcome a couple of lovely ladies from the Dance Network, who led a fun and gentle exercise session that had everyone moving and laughing together. 💃✨
Just when we thought the morning couldn’t get any better, our wonderful team member Sam arrived with her son and not one, not two, but SEVEN adorable kittens! 🐱🥰 They certainly stole a few hearts and provided plenty of cuddles and smiles.
A morning filled with friendship, furry friends, movement, and happiness – the perfect combination! ❤️
#CosyCafe #AlderwoodCareHome #MakingMemories #FurryFriends #MeaningfulMoments #LifeAtAlderwood 🐰🐹🐱💕
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91-year-old Doris inspires Alderwood to sponsor Colchester United Women
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Dementia Café at Alderwood Brings Comfort, Connection and Support to Local Families
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91-year-old Doris Bacon saw her first women’s football match, cheering Colchester United Women to a 2-0 win.
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Mary Simmonds served in the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) during the Second World War, enlisting at the age of 17 as a volunteer.
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Laura Birch, lifestyle coordinator at Alderwood, has completed an extreme abseil at the National Lift Tower in Northampton to raise money for St Helena Hospice in Colchester.
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Care home arranges for football fan Mike to attend his first match following a life-altering stroke 35 years ago
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Residents at Alderwood Care Home are helping the Year 3 children of North Primary School to better understand dementia with help from the Archie Project.
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Neil Kirk was a passionate skier until he suffered a stroke 12 years ago. Thanks to the team, Neil hit the slopes at the Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead on his 86th birthday.
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Care home resident, Dottie Hamilton, has had a near 80 year old dream to feature in a film come true
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