Are you considering bringing in ponies to visit your residents in your care home? Here are three reasons why we do it and why we think you should too! Brings joy and happiness Our residents love the visits from ponies. It’s a unique and exciting experience for them, and it brings them so much joy
Mixed dementia is a condition in which more than one cause of dementia occurs simultaneously in the brain. Here are the five main things you should understand about mixed dementia: It’s a combination of multiple types of dementia Mixed dementia is a term used to describe a combination of different types of dementia, such as
Dog therapy has been shown to have many benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety, improving mood, and increasing socialisation! These are a few of the many reasons we bring these fluff balls to see our lovely residents! Check out 4 cute facts about dogs Decreased Stress and Anxiety Petting and interacting with dogs has been
Alpaca pet therapy has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more care homes incorporating alpacas into their therapy programmes. These gentle, docile creatures have proven to be incredibly effective in improving the emotional and physical wellbeing of our residents. Check out 5 cool facts about alpacas One of the main reasons why
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. These areas of the brain are responsible for controlling behaviour, personality, and language. FTD is a complex disease, and its progression can vary from person to person. However, there are generally seven stages of FTD that patients
We love when animals visit our care homes, especially ponies! These adorable animals are known for their cute and small stature, but did you know that they are also fascinating creatures? Here are five amazing facts about ponies that you may not have known: Take a look at our activities blog They are all different
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking, and behaviour. It is a progressive disease that worsens over time. It is important to recognise the early signs of Alzheimer’s so that you or a loved one can seek medical attention and get the necessary treatment. Take a look at our dementia blog
You can’t deny that dogs aren’t simply adorable. They have been our constant companions for centuries and have earned the title “man’s best friend” for a reason. Here are 4 cute facts about dogs that will make you fall in love with them even more… Take a look at a dog vist in one of
The two of the most common types of care for our residents is residential care and nursing care. Though both types of care provide assistance and support, there are significant differences between them. Here at Athena Health Care Group we are proud to provide both residential and nursing care to our lovely residents. See what’s
Whenever we have alpaca visits in our care homes, our residents’ hearts fill up with joy! Alpacas are cute and fluffy creatures that belong to the camelid family. In addition, alpacas are native to South America, particularly Peru, Bolivia, and Chile. Here are five cool facts about alpacas that you probably didn’t know… Click here
