Staff and residents at Crandon Springs care Home, in Wells Somerset, dusted off their dancing shoes for the launch of their new Dementia Disco initiative. 

Knowing how much their residents love music and enjoy to dance, the activities team at Crandon Springs came up with the genius idea of a dementia-friendly disco. The team invited along members of the local community and friends of the home to their first dementia-friendly disco which went down an absolute storm.

Building on their success, the home has decided to make it a regular thing and will now be hosting bi-monthly Dementia Discos throughout the coming year. If you and your loved ones or community group would like to attend, please contact the home to book a place, call 01749 685180 or email [email protected]. The next Dementia Disco will take place on Wednesday 23 July, 3-5pm.  

Crandon Springs General Manager, Meg Cleal, commented: "The Dementia Disco is a fantastic way to connect with others in a relaxed and supportive environment. It's wonderful to see the power of music to bring joy and reminiscence for those living with dementia, their families and caregivers. Everyone had an amazing time. We're really looking forward to the next disco and making more friends in our local community. If anyone is unable to make it on the day but would like to pop in for a chat and a cup of tea, our doors are always open."

A family member who attended the disco with her mum, who currently lives in another local care home, commented: "We're so pleased we came to the Dementia Disco at Crandon Springs – there's so much positive energy and life here, and it's so well organised – we've had a fabulous time." Her mum added: "It's so friendly and happy here, such a good atmosphere – it's number 1!"

In between dances, Crandon Springs resident Pat commented: "Thank you for giving me the best time!", and resident Neville's daughter said: "Dad is really enjoying the disco and loving the fun of it. My mum always enjoyed a good party with friends, so this is a lovely reminder of happy times as well as an opportunity to have fun together today."

Crandon Springs care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK's largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Crandon Springs provides residential and dementia care for 64 residents, from long term stays to respite breaks.

For more information about Crandon Springs Care Home, phone 01749 865180, email  [email protected], or visit the website: www.barchester.com/home/crandon-springs-care-home