Residents at Astley View Care Home in Chorley have been enjoying a range of physical activities, including beanbag throwing, hoopla and target games.
Alongside the enjoyment of taking part, these activities help residents keep moving, use their skills and spend time together. Each game can be adapted to suit different abilities, so residents can join in at their own pace with support where needed.
Why do we include physical games in our activities?
Keeping active can feel easier when there is something enjoyable to focus on. Aiming for a target or throwing a hoop gives movement a purpose, helping residents practise hand-eye coordination and continue using their physical abilities.
Our team adapts the games to suit each person, encouraging residents to do what they can for themselves and offering support where it is needed.
How do these activities support residents’ physical wellbeing?
The games give residents an enjoyable way to keep moving and use their coordination, with activities adapted to help each person maintain their strength and balance.
How do games help keep residents’ minds active?
Choosing a target, judging distances and deciding how to approach the next throw involve concentration, problem-solving and decision-making. Remembering the rules and following the game also give residents opportunities to use their memory.
Can residents living with dementia take part?
Yes. Familiar games, simple instructions and gentle prompts can help residents living with dementia take part without unnecessary pressure. Our team adapts the activity and offers support to suit each person.
How can activities support confidence and social connection?
The games can give residents a sense of achievement, as well as time to talk and get to know one another.
How does Astley View adapt activities to individual residents?
We consider what each person enjoys, what they can do independently and where they may need support. This might mean adjusting the distance to a target, allowing more time or offering a gentle prompt. Residents can take part at their own pace.
