Residents, staff, families and friends all got into the spirit of this occasion. We made our very own Guy, played with sparklers and watched spectacular fireworks, danced to live music and warmed ourselves around the bonfire.
Finally, we tucked into delicious burgers and chips and indulged ourselves with stunning bonfire night inspired cakes.
Watch our videos here.
What is Namaste Care?
Namaste is an Indian greeting that translates to “honor the spirit within.” The Namaste Care program, developed by Joyce Simard in the USA, aims to provide comfort and joy to individuals with advanced dementia through meaningful engagement and sensory activities, particularly through touch and movement.
BCOP are introducing this care into their nursing .. Read More
Families, friends and local communities were warmly welcomed to our summer garden fetes and enjoyed entertainment, stalls, refreshments and fun activities.
In case you missed them, here are some photos and videos taken on the days.
Our heartfelt thanks to everybody who supported us, as we raised money towards our sensory gardens appeal. Many people donated tombola .. Read More
We recently took part in the Birmingham NHS IPC Champions competition. They asked local care homes to take part in the 2024 World Hand Hygiene celebration, by getting people to “notice your notice boards”.
The organisers said a huge thank you to all the IPC Champions that submitted a picture. They notice some incredible, informative and .. Read More
An early start
I never like the sound of the alarm in the morning, but it seemed shriller an hour and a half earlier than usual. In my day-to-day role, unless there’s a meeting planned, it doesn’t really matter if I’m held up a few minutes by traffic as I can just add any missed time .. Read More
BCOP are pleased to be the venues for new dementia cafes from September ’24 with the Birmingham Dementia Carers Hub (a partnership between Age UK Birmingham, Age Concern Birmingham and Dementia Carers Count Birmingham that provides a range of support to those who look after someone with dementia).
All our dementia cafes are free to attend.
What .. Read More
Benefits
Improved oral hygiene and mouth care
Improved personal care and enjoyment of personal care routine
Able to smile confidently
Continues to enjoy all his favorite foods
Maintains dignity of resident
Background and challenges
As is common for people living with dementia, Philip, a resident at Neville Williams House, sometimes refused personal care or could become distressed .. Read More
Families, friends and local communities are warmly invited to come along to our summer garden fetes and enjoy entertainment, stalls, refreshments and fun activities.
Join us at
Neville Williams House in Selly Park, B29 7PP at 2pm – 4 pm on Saturday, 3rd August
Anita Stone Court in Moseley, B13 8ND at 12 noon until 4pm on Friday, .. Read More
Their presentations were followed by delicious celebration cake and afternoon tea taken in the Forget Me Not pub.
The awards were given to two staff for 20 years service, three for 15 years and three for 10 years, who worked as nurses, care workers, activities co-ordinator and support staff.
Neville Williams House staff are always appreciated by .. Read More
