L&M Healthcare

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

19/10/2025

19/10/2025

19/10/2025

One of our lovely residents in the general nursing household has been feeling a little under the weather and low in spirits over the past few weeks. Yesterday, our wonderful Wellbeing Coordinator, Rachel, popped in for a check-in, a daily part of the personalised support our wellbeing team offers to residents who might be in need of a little company and a gentle lift.

During their chat, the resident mentioned that she had missed out on our recent pumpkin painting activity while she was in hospital. When Rachel asked what might help brighten her day, she simply said, “Some painting.”

Without missing a beat, Rachel brought the activity to her, recreating last week’s pumpkin painting session as a relaxed 1:1 experience. The result? Laughter, connection, and a truly lovely afternoon. It was clear that the simple act of being creative together, in a quiet and focused way, really lifted her mood.

Sometimes, that dedicated one-to-one time, a bit of gentle conversation, and something purposeful to do can be the best kind of therapy. We are so proud of this resident for saying what she needed and for opening herself up to taking part in something she once loved, even when it’s not always easy, and we sometimes just want to stay in bed!

There’s a gentle lesson here for all of us.

19/10/2025