At Athena Healthcare Group we believe it’s important to prioritise self-care and find strategies to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life. In this blog post, we will discuss some strategies to ensure a good work-life balance for care home staff. Take a look at the longest serving staff member here at Athena
Nursing is a rewarding and fulfilling career path that allows individuals to make a real difference in the lives of others. Working as a Nurse in our care homes is an especially rewarding career, as it provides the opportunity to make a positive impact within the community. Our Nurses maintain a person and relationship-centred approach
At Athena Healthcare Group we believe it’s important to link communities and businesses together. Therefore, we invited Lynne Thompson – Liberal Democrats, and Tony Brough – Conservative Party, to have a chat and look around Birkdale Tower Lodge. During their time here we asked Lynne Thompsom a few questions: How can care homes and their
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
Employees mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well being. As employers, it is essential to us that we take steps to support our employees’ mental health and wellbeing. Here are ways we help our employees mental wellbeing: Take a look at what our staff have been up too Encourage employees to join activities
Mental health is a topic that is often swept under the rug in many societies. However, this is particularly true when it comes to men’s mental health. Men are often expected to be strong and not show any signs of vulnerability or weakness. This societal expectation creates a stigma around men’s mental health, which prevents
Social connections can help us feel a sense of belonging, purpose, and create emotional support. In our care homes, social connections can provide our residents with a sense of community, and improve their mental health. Another way in which we maintain social connections is through technology. Social media and video calls can help our residents
At Athena Healthcare Group, we have 1-2-1 sessions with residents which allows us to find out about their history, and their likes and dislikes. We also create a memory book with the residents for their loved ones. We have a specific day with each resident to be able to go to the local market or
It’s no secret that emotions can be a powerful force in our lives. They can motivate us, inspire us, and give us the strength to overcome obstacles. But emotions can also be a source of stress, anxiety, and even depression. But, expressing emotions can have significant benefits for mental health and well-being. Therefore, this blog
Providing our residents with a comfortable and supportive environment here at Athena Healthcare Group, is very important to us as it can help uplift their mental well-being. Listed below are some ways on how we improve the well-being of residents in our care homes. 1. Encourage Socialisation Encouraging residents to socialise with each other can
