Every Life Matters. Meaning Matters. Moments Matter. People Matter.
I have recently been thinking a lot about mattering. Does it matter if I can’t get to the meeting? Does it matter if I
When someone moves into a care home, it can sometimes feel as though they may never leave the building or enjoy a change of scene
In long-term care, team members carry more than schedules, medications, and care plans. They carry stories. They witness loss, resilience, loneliness, recovery, and the quiet
Everyone loved Mr M. As we would affectionately say in Ireland; “ he was himself”. I met Mr M when I began to work in
Southern Healthcare in Devon has four nursing homes that have achieved Butterfly and Dragonfly Accreditation. The homes have a professional band playing regularly and many
I thought I knew what to expect from a long-term care home. Boy, was I wrong. Not completely but enough to have me pause my
At The Elliott Community, our journey toward becoming a Butterfly Home has been truly transformative. The Butterfly Approach has taught us that care is about
The holiday season can stir memories, traditions, music, and senses that carry deep emotional significance. For all of us, this time of year offers opportunities
We have all heard of ‘The Tree of Life’ but what is it? Well really, it depends on where you look for a definition, this
This is a story of the power of bringing in volunteers from specific cultural and faith backgrounds to ensure that this aspect of people’s unique
