We’re building something special at Howard Court Care Home—a warm, buzzing Activity Centre designed with (and for) our residents, families and community. Think music and movement, craft and conversation, memory boxes and mini-masterclasses… all under one cosy roof in Brampton, just a short drive from Carlisle.
What makes it different
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Resident-led & joy-filled: Programmes shaped by personal interests and life stories.
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Dementia-friendly design: Calm spaces, clear signage, familiar cues.
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Meaningful routines: Gentle Move & Groove, Memory Lane reminiscence, Garden Club, creative making, hymn-sings and more.
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Friday Social (don’t miss it!): Our friendly Happy Hour, Fridays at 3pm.
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Family & community inside: Drop-ins, intergenerational visits, local groups and volunteers welcome.
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Outcomes that matter: Confidence, connection, mobility, hydration and smiles.
A Training Hub for Activity Professionals (and aspiring ones)
From autumn, Howard Court will pilot a practical training programme for activity coordinators, carers and volunteers across Carlisle and North Cumbria—covering:
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Person-centred planning & one-to-one engagement
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Dementia-inclusive activities & communication
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Music, movement and creative sessions (no experience needed)
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Measuring impact (wellbeing, participation, gentle mobility)
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Safeguarding, documentation and day-to-day flow
Training will be hands-on in our Activity Centre with live sessions, templates and take-home plans. (Interested? See “How to get involved” below.)
The first season (teaser)
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Music Mondays: sing-along, rhythm & reminiscence
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Craft Tuesdays: simple, tactile makes with purpose
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Wellbeing Wednesdays: chair-based movement & relaxation
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Memory Lane Thursdays: life stories, keepsakes & conversation
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Friday Social 3pm: coffee, cakes and community (with a Happy Hour vibe)
How to get involved
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Families: tell us what your loved one enjoys—let’s build around their strengths.
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Professionals & volunteers: register interest for training or volunteering.
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Community partners (schools, churches, clubs): let’s co-host an activity.
Call 016977 2870 or email info@howardcourtbrampton.com
Explore Respite Day Care (/pages/respite-day-care) and our Activity Centre page (/pages/our-new-activity-centre-at-howard-court).
Why this matters
Home should feel like home: friendship, purpose, routine and plenty of laughter. Our Activity Centre is about everyday joy—because moments of meaning add up to a better day.