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27/09/2025

Sharon sings ‘Diamonds are a girls best friend’. 🎶🎤👍😀

On Wednesday we were entertained by singer Sharon and her sassy jazz!Songs included ‘It had to be you’, ‘Putting on the ...
27/09/2025

On Wednesday we were entertained by singer Sharon and her sassy jazz!
Songs included ‘It had to be you’, ‘Putting on the Ritz’ and ‘Perhaps Perhaps’. Residents gave very good feedback - “she has a lovely voice”.. 🎶🎤👍😀

It’s Italian week at Heathland Court and we made a lemon and raspberry polenta cake which was very tasty. Also on Tuesda...
27/09/2025

It’s Italian week at Heathland Court and we made a lemon and raspberry polenta cake which was very tasty. Also on Tuesday our chef made a themed lunch of risotto, lasagne and tiramisu. The arancini balls were lovely. 👍😀🍷

26/09/2025

Voice changes, body odour, first razor - puberty is a wild ride! 🚀 Dr. Zoe Williams shares a simple kit to help boys navigate the changes with confidence. What would you add?

💙 Shower gel
💙 Deodorant
💙 Mouthwash
💙 Floss
💙 Chewing gum
💙 Razor
💙 Shaving foam
💙 Moisturiser
💙 Face wash
💙 Acne products
💙 Boxers / underwear
💙 Story book
💙 Educational books
💙 Journals
💙 A sweet treat

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25/09/2025

Hey parents! 👋 Need tips on talking to your boys about puberty? Our GPs, Dr. Sam and Dr. Naveen, have got you covered. 💬 🌟 Let's open up the conversation and support our boys through these changes.

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Did you know that 58% of women returning after a career break did not feel supported by their employer? Find out more an...
24/09/2025

Did you know that 58% of women returning after a career break did not feel supported by their employer? Find out more and read our latest Bupa Wellbeing Index here:https://www.bupa.co.uk/~/media/Files/MMS/MMS-hosting/bins-20401.pdf

Did you know that in the UK, the sun is only strong enough to meet our Vitamin D needs from April to September? ☀️ 👉 Why...
22/09/2025

Did you know that in the UK, the sun is only strong enough to meet our Vitamin D needs from April to September? ☀️

👉 Why Vitamin D is important

Vitamin D is important for healthy bones, muscles, and teeth. For example, we need vitamin D to absorb calcium and phosphorus from our food. These nutrients help our body to build and maintain bone.

👉 Why would I need a vitamin D supplement?

Your body makes vitamin D when your skin is out in the sunlight. You can also get it from foods, including eggs, oily fish, and fortified cereals. But it’s difficult for most people in the UK to get enough.

Taking a daily supplement containing 10 µg (micrograms) of vitamin D from October to March will help make up this shortfall. If you work indoors, you could also try taking a walk outside at lunchtime to boost your sunlight exposure.

👉 Do I need to take vitamin D all year?

It’s especially important to take vitamin D supplements during autumn and winter.

From April to September, you can still choose to take vitamin D supplements if you wish. But you normally get more exposure to the sun during these months.

Certain groups are at a higher risk of having low vitamin D. People from these groups should consider taking a supplement throughout the year.

People with dark skin, who don’t make as much vitamin D from sunlight.

People who don’t get much exposure to sunlight. This could apply if you don’t get outdoors much, or if you wear clothes that cover most of your skin.

👉 Do my levels need to be tested?

You won’t usually need to have a blood test unless you have signs of deficiency.

If you’re an adult, your doctor may ask to test your vitamin D levels if you have pain in your bones, or muscle weakness. This could be a sign of bone disease, like osteoporosis.

👉 Do I need a prescription?

No, you can buy vitamin D supplements from supermarkets, pharmacies, and health food shops. Although you don’t need to take more than 10 µg (micrograms), products that provide up to 25 µg are suitable for most people.

Although the recommend doses will be suitable for most people, it’s important to take the dose that’s right for you. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you’re unsure.

Spanish week at Heathland Court and we enjoyed a photo quiz of people and landmarks. In our iPad jukebox session we list...
22/09/2025

Spanish week at Heathland Court and we enjoyed a photo quiz of people and landmarks. In our iPad jukebox session we listened to songs by Spanish singers - Julio Inglesias ( to all the girls I’ve loved) Enrique Inglesias ( Bailamos) , Montserrat Caballe (Barcelona) and Y Viva Espania! At the weekend we had a wine and manchego cheese party. 🍷🤔🧀🎶

🧠 PINCH ME: A mnemonic to help spot delirium and identify triggers for stress in people living with dementia.Delirium is...
19/09/2025

🧠 PINCH ME: A mnemonic to help spot delirium and identify triggers for stress in people living with dementia.
Delirium is a sudden, acute confusional state that can be distressing for both the person experiencing it and those around them. It’s especially common in people living with dementia during end-of-life care, where communication barriers make it harder to identify what’s wrong.
To help carers and families explore possible causes of distress, the British Geriatrics Society introduced the PINCH ME mnemonic:
P – Pain
I – Infection
N – Nutrition
C – Constipation
H – Hydration
M – Medication
E – Environment
Each letter prompts us to consider a potential trigger for sudden changes in behaviour or mood.
At Bupa, we’ve adapted PINCH ME to support dementia care in residential and nursing homes. It’s a reminder to look beyond the surface and do the detective work when someone can’t tell us what’s wrong. As Fran Vandelli, Bupa Dementia Lead explains, “The PINCH ME model can stop us from making unhelpful (or even harmful) assumptions and can remind us to leave no stone unturned”
Let’s raise awareness this and empower carers with tools that make a difference. 💙
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19/09/2025

Malindi entertained us with’The Locomotion’🎶🎤😀

This week we welcomed back Malindi Freeman who sang a variety of songs including My Guy and It’s Not Unusual. Residents ...
19/09/2025

This week we welcomed back Malindi Freeman who sang a variety of songs including My Guy and It’s Not Unusual. Residents enjoyed the show and said she was “excellent”.🎤👍😊🎶

This week to celebrate Spanish week we decorated wooden coasters with mosaics. We will apply grout on a future date.😀👍 ...
19/09/2025

This week to celebrate Spanish week we decorated wooden coasters with mosaics. We will apply grout on a future date.😀👍

Heathland Court recently welcomed back our wooden Womble. He was badly in need of renovation and resident Prue’s relativ...
16/09/2025

Heathland Court recently welcomed back our wooden Womble. He was badly in need of renovation and resident Prue’s relative took him home and painted him to include a Wimbledon FC scarf. Our Womble is now back in his usual position- in the front garden next to the fire assembly point! 🖌️😊👍

Happy Birthday to Mike at our Edmund House Care Home in Scunthorpe. 84 years young! 🥳💙
15/09/2025

Happy Birthday to Mike at our Edmund House Care Home in Scunthorpe. 84 years young! 🥳💙

On Thursday afternoon for our French theme we had a photo quiz of famous French people and landmarks. Many were recognis...
13/09/2025

On Thursday afternoon for our French theme we had a photo quiz of famous French people and landmarks. Many were recognisable but some a bit trickier. Next Thursday will be a Spanish photo quiz. 🤔🍷👍

This week at Heathland Court we began our theme for September the Mediterranean Cruise. We are starting with French week...
13/09/2025

This week at Heathland Court we began our theme for September the Mediterranean Cruise. We are starting with French week which included a special French menu on Tuesday and we also spent an afternoon filling croissants and brioche with our choice of sweet and savoury items. 👍😊🥐

On Wednesday morning we enjoyed another visit from the group of singers the Big Heart Band ❤️. We had a good sing along...
13/09/2025

On Wednesday morning we enjoyed another visit from the group of singers the Big Heart Band ❤️. We had a good sing along to familiar and popular tunes and resident feedback was very good. The Big Heart Band are back with us on 5th November. 🎤🎶😀

13/09/2025

A well-stocked first aid kit = peace of mind! 🩹 As today is World First Aid Day, Dr. Zoe Williams shares the essentials you need to have on hand. Do you have one ready?

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10/09/2025

Wondering how to chat with your girls about boys' puberty? Dr. Sam and Dr. Naveen are here with some helpful tips for parents. 💬✨ Let's make these conversations easier and build understanding together.

Got any tips or experiences to share? Drop a comment below! 👇

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Yesterday at Heathland Court we had a very successful visit from Browells Wood pet therapy. Residents enjoyed stroking t...
10/09/2025

Yesterday at Heathland Court we had a very successful visit from Browells Wood pet therapy. Residents enjoyed stroking the bunnies and Guinea pigs and those cuddling the kittens didn’t want to hand them back! We we also joined by Lady the dog and a bantam chicken. Our residents thoroughly enjoyed the morning- it was “excellent “ and we want the baby animals back so we can see how they have grown. 🦮🐓🐇😊

Many happy returns to Pat 💙
08/09/2025

Many happy returns to Pat 💙

05/09/2025

Periods, deodorant, first bra - puberty can be a lot! 🛍️ Dr. Zoe Williams shares a must-have kit to help girls feel prepared and confident. What would you add?

💙 Gentle skin care
🩷 Acne products
💙 Body wash
🩷 Deodorant
💙 Mouthwash
🩷 Chewing gum
💙 Tooth floss
🩷 Trainer bra
💙 Period products
🩷 Razor and shaving products
💙 Hairbrush
🩷 Journals
💙 Storybooks
🩷 Puberty books
🍭 A sweet treat!

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03/09/2025

🎓 Back-to-Uni Vaccine Checklist 💉📚
Starting uni? Make sure your health is ready too! Here's your jab-by-jab guide to staying protected 🛡️👇

💉 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
These diseases are highly contagious, make sure you’ve had 2 doses or book a booster. 🧪

🧠 Meningococcal ACWY
Living in halls or shared spaces? This protects against meningitis & septicemia, make sure you're up to date.🏘️

🌸 HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
Protect yourself from cervical & other cancers and ge***al warts. Catch-up jabs are available. 💪

🍂 Flu (Influenza)
Flu season hits hard in autumn 🍁. A quick jab helps you stay well and avoid spreading it around campus. 🤧

🦠 COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID vaccines, don't forget boosters may be available to keep you protected. 🧬

📅 Top Tip: Book your vaccines before term starts to avoid the rush.

💬 Tag a mate who needs this checklist 👇

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02/09/2025

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🧠💜 September is World Alzheimer’s Month 💜🧠A time to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and support those affected by Alz...
01/09/2025

🧠💜 September is World Alzheimer’s Month 💜🧠
A time to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and support those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing valuable health content, from practical care tips to educational tools like the PINCH ME mnemonic for delirium. Whether you're a carer, clinician, or advocate, there's something here for you.

📲 Follow us and check back regularly for fresh insights, resources, and ways to get involved.

Together, we can make a difference. 💬

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3US7bfJ

28/08/2025

Running your own business doesn’t mean running yourself into the ground.
It was great to discuss the importance in knowing the difference between resilience and blowing a fuse! Any of these signs sound familiar? Check out the Instagram for some great tips and advice on knowing when resilience ends, and burnout begins. 💙

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27/08/2025

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Take a few seconds to stop and try box breathing, which can be a useful tool to help lower your heart rate and calm your nervous system. 💙

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26/08/2025

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21/08/2025

Sleep is as important for our health as our diets and exercise, yet we often cut it short.

Follow these 5 tips to get the most out of it:
1. Whilst the length of sleep is important (aim for 7-9 hrs a night) but quality of sleep is important too. Improve sleep quality by removing distractions from your bedroom, avoiding caffeine late in the day.
2. Sleep consistency is important - going to bed and waking up at the same time each day (even on weekends or kids’ holidays) can improve how restorative your sleep is. Keep lie-ins less than 1 hour.
3. Stop snoozing! Each time you fall back to sleep, you initiate a new sleep cycle which takes 90 mins to complete, so breaking it by another alarm 10 mins later is added stress on your body
4. Keep your bedroom cool - your body needs to drop its temperature to initiate and maintain sleep
5. Screen time before bed has similar effects to drinking coffee on the brain. Avoid screens and blue light in the hour before sleep.

This year I’ve partnered with Bupa to bring you evidence based health information, that you can trust - for more sleep tips, check out Bupa’s website and the Bupa Health YouTube channel!

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