INDOOR picnics and hand massages were on offer at a Solihull care home to mark Dementia Action Week.
The Royal Star and Garter hosted a number of activities throughout the week, which runs from May 18 to 24.
At the Tudor Coppice home staff hosted an indoor picnic and pampering sessions, including hand massages.
The home said these are popular with residents living with dementia, offering a gentle way to reduce anxiety, combat agitation, and foster human connection when verbal communication becomes difficult.
The home provides care for veterans and their families living with disability or dementia,
All staff receive dementia training and care staff also have specialist training to deepen their knowledge and underpin their work.
The charity’s care has evolved to include new developments in dementia care and the use of technology, which helps improve diagnoses and outcome.
Shirley Hall, director of care and wellbeing at Royal Star and Garter, said: “40 percent of our residents live with dementia, and we take immense pride in evolving, innovating and delivering outstanding care for them every day.
“We see firsthand how music can unlock memories and lift spirits, with residents singing along, tapping their feet, and sharing moments of happiness together.
“Likewise, visits from therapy animals have created calm, companionship, and a sense of purpose, sparking smiles and engagement even among those who are often quieter.
“These activities, and all the others we deliver in our Homes, are vital in supporting emotional wellbeing, reducing anxiety, and helping each individual feel valued and understood.”
