https://www.tanglewoodseniorliving.co.uk/

Beeston Rise, Ellis Grove, Beeston, Nottinghamshire (2026)

30/01/2026

Every month at Beeston Rise we hold a Knit and Natter session, run by our amazing Jo (our maintenance Tony’s wife) and the rest of the lovely knitting club.

Our residents absolutely love coming along — whether you’re a complete novice or a knitting or crochet expert, the group is open to everyone. It’s a relaxed, friendly space to learn new skills, share tips, and enjoy a good chat while creating something with your hands.

Sessions like this are so important because they support both mental and emotional wellbeing. Knitting and crochet help improve fine motor skills, hand strength and coordination, while also encouraging concentration and a sense of achievement. The social side of the group helps reduce loneliness and builds friendships, giving residents something meaningful to look forward to each month.

Most importantly, Knit and Natter creates a warm sense of belonging — a place where stories are shared, laughter flows and everyone feels included, valued and part of something special 💛

30/01/2026

This month Jess and Katie took our lovely Jean and Pat out to Bardills Garden Centre for a little adventure into the community.

Coats on, gloves on, warm blankets at the ready — and off we went to catch the tram! 🚋

We spent time browsing the plants, choosing new seeds for the garden, and even met a lovely new friend for Jean… who is yet to be named 👀 (name suggestions very welcome!).

Trips like this are so important for our residents. Getting out into the community helps maintain independence, confidence and a sense of normal life. It gives meaningful purpose to the day, stimulates the senses with new sights and smells, and supports emotional wellbeing through fresh air, movement and social interaction. These outings also help residents stay connected to the world around them and remind everyone that life doesn’t stop when you move into a care home — it simply changes scenery.

Days like these create memories, spark conversations, and bring huge smiles all round 💛

30/01/2026

This month Jess and Katie took our lovely Jean and Pat out to Bardills Garden Centre for a little adventure into the community.

Coats on, gloves on, warm blankets at the ready — and off we went to catch the tram! 🚋

We spent time browsing the plants, choosing new seeds for the garden, and even met a lovely new friend for Jean… who is yet to be named 👀 (name suggestions very welcome!).

Trips like this are so important for our residents. Getting out into the community helps maintain independence, confidence and a sense of normal life. It gives meaningful purpose to the day, stimulates the senses with new sights and smells, and supports emotional wellbeing through fresh air, movement and social interaction. These outings also help residents stay connected to the world around them and remind everyone that life doesn’t stop when you move into a care home — it simply changes scenery.

Days like these create memories, spark conversations, and bring huge smiles all round 💛

30/01/2026

This month we held our Winter Warmer “Tanglewood Has Taste” competition as a community meal event, and what a night it was!

We advertised across local shops, local Facebook groups and our own home page, and the response was amazing. We filled the room and beautifully set up the tables with wine glasses, ice-cold bottles of wine and beers thanks to the hard work of Katie and Jess.

We welcomed 21 members of the community for a delicious two-course meal, which included traditional pie, mash and liquor, followed by a beautiful apple crumble and custard.

The room was filled with so much love and laughter, and the feedback from the meal was absolutely wonderful. A huge thank you to our amazing chef Richard for providing such a yummy meal that was enjoyed by everyone.

Holding community events like this is so important. They help reduce loneliness and isolation, strengthen relationships between the home and the wider community, and show that our home is a warm, welcoming place at the heart of the neighbourhood – not just a care setting, but a place full of life, laughter and connection. These evenings give our residents the chance to socialise, feel included and proud of their home, while allowing the community to see the joy, care and personality within our walls.

Nights like this remind us that food brings people together – and community makes us stronger 💛

30/01/2026

This month we held our Winter Warmer “Tanglewood Has Taste” competition as a community meal event, and what a night it was!

We advertised across local shops, local Facebook groups and our own home page, and the response was amazing. We filled the room and beautifully set up the tables with wine glasses, ice-cold bottles of wine and beers thanks to the hard work of Katie and Jess.

We welcomed 21 members of the community for a delicious two-course meal, which included traditional pie, mash and liquor, followed by a beautiful apple crumble and custard.

The room was filled with so much love and laughter, and the feedback from the meal was absolutely wonderful. A huge thank you to our amazing chef Richard for providing such a yummy meal that was enjoyed by everyone.

Holding community events like this is so important. They help reduce loneliness and isolation, strengthen relationships between the home and the wider community, and show that our home is a warm, welcoming place at the heart of the neighbourhood – not just a care setting, but a place full of life, laughter and connection. These evenings give our residents the chance to socialise, feel included and proud of their home, while allowing the community to see the joy, care and personality within our walls.

Nights like this remind us that food brings people together – and community makes us stronger 💛

28/01/2026

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28/01/2026

🎶 A lovely afternoon of music and memories 🎶

This month we were delighted to welcome Sounds Familiar into our home, who treated our residents to a wonderful selection of much-loved older songs 🎤✨

There was lots of smiling, singing along and reminiscing as familiar tunes filled the room, creating a calm, happy and uplifting atmosphere for everyone. Music moments like these are so special in a care home, supporting wellbeing, comfort and meaningful connection 💕

We were also incredibly grateful that Sounds Familiar asked only for a donation, which will be going to the Middle Street Resource Centre, supporting our local community 💛

A truly enjoyable afternoon — thank you Sounds Familiar, we can’t wait to welcome you back! 🎶✨

28/01/2026

We have updated our nursery corner 👶

In our nursery corner, there is now a changing area complete with nappies, wipes, dummies, bottles and spare clothing, which will be refreshed and changed weekly.

Our nursery corner is so important for our residents, especially those living with dementia, as it provides comfort, familiarity and a sense of purpose. Many residents spent a large part of their lives caring for children, and having a space like this allows them to reconnect with those nurturing roles in a safe and meaningful way.

It can help reduce anxiety and agitation by offering a calming, familiar environment and can provide reassurance through gentle, purposeful activity such as caring for a doll or organising baby items. The nursery corner also encourages conversation, reminiscence and emotional expression, helping residents to feel valued, needed and understood.

This space supports emotional wellbeing while promoting dignity, choice and independence, and it can be accessed by residents on any floor and brought to them if they prefer.

A small corner with a big impact 💛👶

28/01/2026

This month, we rolled our sleeves up and got stuck into making cornflake slabs 🍫

The residents snapped each chocolate bar into cubes before we melted it. They had a choice between milk, dark and white chocolate – and they decided to mix the milk and dark together, keeping a separate side just for white chocolate.

They mixed the cornflakes with the melted chocolate, decanted it into trays and pressed it down to help it set firmly. Once done, they sprinkled their chosen decorations on top – hundreds and thousands were the favourite!

After it had set, we chopped it up and popped the pieces into gift bags for the residents to enjoy. They really enjoyed the activity and loved seeing (and tasting!) the finished result.

Baking activities are so important for our residents as they encourage independence, improve hand-eye coordination and help maintain fine motor skills. Baking also brings back familiar memories of cooking at home, which can be especially comforting for those living with dementia. It promotes conversation, boosts confidence and gives a real sense of purpose and achievement – especially when there’s a treat to enjoy at the end.

A simple recipe, but lots of smiles, laughter and proud moments 💛🍫

28/01/2026

At Beeston Rise, we understand that keeping familiar routines and meaningful “jobs” helps to motivate and give our residents a sense of purpose.

We recently handed out a list of jobs to the residents, and our lovely Don said he wanted to go back in time and become a paper boy again.

Every morning, Don comes down to reception with his trolley loaded with newspapers and hands them out to the residents who order papers. He specifically asked that the papers had the residents’ names on them, so he can greet each person properly as he delivers them.

Jobs like this are so important for our residents because they help maintain independence, confidence and self-worth. Having a role gives structure to the day and helps residents feel useful, valued and needed. For those living with dementia, familiar tasks from earlier life can trigger positive memories, reduce anxiety and bring comfort through routine.

It also encourages movement, social interaction and conversation, turning a simple task into a meaningful moment of connection.

Don takes great pride in his role, and we love seeing the smiles it brings to both him and the residents he delivers to 🗞️💛

28/01/2026

This month, we brought the lavender out and it sparked lots of memories of residents using it at home to make their houses or drawers smell lovely by popping it into little bags.

Each resident had a bowl full of lavender and beautiful purple tulle bags to decant it into. They carefully filled their bags, tied them up and admired their handiwork.

Lavender bag making is an important activity for our residents because it provides gentle sensory stimulation through scent and touch, which can be especially comforting for those living with dementia. The familiar smell of lavender can trigger positive memories, reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.

The activity also supports fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and concentration, while giving residents a sense of purpose and achievement. Creating something they can take back to their room or gift to someone else adds meaning and pride to the task.

A simple activity, but full of memories, calm moments and beautiful purple bags 💜✨

28/01/2026

With spring fast approaching, we wanted to get our green thumbs out 🌼

Many residents spoke about how they used to arrange flowers to give as gifts to their friends or relatives, bringing back lots of happy memories.

We brought out the oasis blocks and some beautiful flowers and the residents got stuck in. Each arrangement was completely different, and it was so interesting to see everyone’s individual styles and creativity shine through.

Flower arranging is an important activity for our residents as it encourages creativity and self-expression, while also helping to maintain fine motor skills and hand strength. The scents, colours and textures of the flowers provide wonderful sensory stimulation, which can be especially beneficial for those living with dementia.

It also supports reminiscence, helping residents reconnect with past hobbies and meaningful moments in their lives. Flower arranging can be calming and therapeutic, reducing stress and lifting mood, while giving residents a sense of achievement and pride in something they have created themselves.

A room full of flowers, memories and smiles – a perfect way to welcome spring 🌸💛

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