Dementia-Friendly Activities
At Fernhill, we believe that connection, creativity, and calm daily rhythm play a vital role in wellbeing. That’s why our dedicated Companionship Team focuses solely on making each day meaningful, offering residents moments of joy, purpose, and quiet comfort.
From group sessions to gentle one-to-one time, every activity is shaped around each resident’s preferences and needs. Whether it’s singing a familiar song, exploring the garden, sharing memories, or simply enjoying a cup of tea together, we help each person take part in ways that feel natural and reassuring.
We’d be happy to show you what life looks like at Fernhill, and how we personalise daily moments to bring comfort, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging.
Staying Engaged, Every Day
Living well with dementia means feeling included, capable, and connected. At Fernhill, every activity is thoughtfully adapted to suit each resident’s abilities, comfort, and sense of self.
Our Companionship Team takes time to understand individual interests and personal histories, often involving family members to create activities that feel familiar and fulfilling. Whether it’s gentle exercise, creative expression, or sharing stories, we support residents to take part in ways that build confidence and spark moments of joy.
Personalised Activities & Meaningful Moments
Meaningful engagement looks different for everyone. That’s why our Companionship Team designs a flexible, thoughtfully planned programme tailored to each resident’s interests, pace, and personality.
From lively group sessions to quieter one-to-one moments, residents are always supported to take part in ways that feel natural, comforting, and enjoyable. And for those who prefer not to join a group, or who need more personalised support, our Companions offer individual visits in residents’ rooms or elsewhere in the home. Whether it’s helping with a favourite pastime, sharing conversation, or simply being present, these gentle interactions provide connection, reassurance, and a sense of purpose.
Every moment is shaped with empathy and intention, because it’s often the smallest interactions that mean the most.
Let’s Explore What Life Could Look Like
Whether you’re ready to arrange a visit or simply want to talk things through, we’re here to offer honest guidance and thoughtful support, at your pace.
A Life of Everyday Connection
Staying Connected to the Community
Latest Activities Calendar
Organised activities contribute to the sense of community at our home. Activity helps to sustain both physical and mental health and it is important that our residents are able to maintain their interests and have opportunities to develop new ones.
Our Colten Companions draw on the interests of each individual and try to reflect their views and ideas. We regularly organise visits by musicians and entertainers. We want our activity programme to have something for everyone, whether it is a pub quiz, a trip out of the home, or a visit by a local school or community group. We regularly ask our residents for feedback and also make time to ask what they would like to do/see in the coming weeks.
The Power of Music and Creative Arts
At Fernhill, music and the arts are more than just activities, they’re pathways to connection, comfort, and self-expression. A familiar song can unlock long-held memories. A paintbrush can offer calm focus and quiet pride. These moments matter deeply.
Our Companionship Team curates a vibrant programme of interactive music sessions, live performances, creative workshops, and even resident choirs. Every experience is adapted with care, so that residents at every stage of dementia can join in, feel uplifted, and take joy in expressing themselves.
Making Residents’ Wishes Come True
We believe every resident deserves special moments of happiness. We go the extra mile to fulfil residents’ wishes, no matter how big or small, from revisiting a beloved hobby, arranging a special outing, or recreating treasured memories.
Celebrating each resident’s individuality is fundamental to our care philosophy, ensuring they always feel valued, respected, and deeply cared for.
“The wellbeing of the resident is very much at the forefront of everything they do” – M C, Son of Resident at Fernhill
Our Residents’ Charity Of Choice
Our chosen charity this year is Ferndown Dementia Friendly Town and we will regularly engage in fundraising activities to support this worthy cause. Not only does putting a charity focus into our activity programme help local people in need, it also helps our residents feel connected to the community.
Residents and staff at Abbey View had a wonderful time holding some fantastic fundraising events to raise money for the home’s chosen charity of 2024, Ferndown Girl Guides.
All 21 of Colten Care’s homes took part in raising money for charitable causes, and raised an amazing combined total of £43,528.99 in 2024, with Fernhill contributing £1,227.00.
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Nutritious Mealtimes
Food and drink are critical to our well-being in so many ways. Our chef will provide a diet that is not only full of choice, but is also wholesome, nutritious, well-balanced and right for our residents.
Minibus Trips
Our home has regular access to one of Colten Care’s modern and well-equipped minibuses. The professional drivers liaise with the Companionship Team and residents to understand their preferences and provide access through half-day or full-day trips, getting out and about to enjoy the local sights, often taking packed-lunches, snacks, hot coffee and tea.
Music & Arts
Music and the arts play an important and powerful part in all our lives. Whether it be through music, movement, storytelling, singing, drama, reading or writing poetry, our home offers each resident the opportunity to explore the many ways in which music and creative arts can enrich their wellbeing.
Your Garden
Many of our residents have enjoyed a love of gardens and gardening throughout their lives. To ensure this passion continues, we strive to make our outdoor living spaces dementia friendly, accessible, interactive and stimulating and encourage residents to take a keen interest in the gardens.
Housekeeping & Maintenance
We take care of the daily housekeeping and maintenance responsibilities so our residents don’t have to. Feeling warm and safe in our homes and having peace of mind are just two of the benefits our residents enjoy from the personally tailored care we provide.
We’re Here For You
Whether you’d like an initial chat about the care we provide, you have a question about our all-inclusive fees, or you’d like more information about our beautiful home, we’re here to help.