Residents Enjoy a Sunny Stoll On The Hoe

7 April 2026

Tuesday 7th April 2026

We enjoyed a wonderful visit to the Hoe this morning, and what a beautiful start to the day it was. The sunshine was generous, and although there was a light breeze, it left us all feeling refreshed - "no need for a wash", as we joked!

The sky and sea were a stunning shade of blue, creating the perfect backdrop for our outing. We brought along a flask and took time to enjoy the Easter nests we had made the day before, which made the morning feel even more special.

There was plenty of conversation, with many of us sharing fond memories of our younger days spent on the Hoe... “I used to run home from school, peel the potatoes for my mum, and then rush back out to the Hoe for a swim with my friends.”

We took a leisurely stroll along the promenade and around the monuments, even spotting the Beryl Cook artwork near the boules court - an exciting highlight for everyone.

The sound of children playing football and dogs barking added to the lively atmosphere, making it a truly joyful morning that was enjoyed by all.

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For seniors – especially those living with dementia – practicing mindfulness can offer gentler and more accessible ways to reduce stress. Supporting Emotional Wellbeing Care home environments can often be busy, and though there aren’t often too many changes, they still do occur. Smaller mindfulness techniques such as slow breathing, guided relaxation and meditation, or simply paying attention to the present moment can help our service users feel more grounded. Taking these brief pauses can aid in easing anxiety, as well as creating a sense of safety and stability. For those living with dementia, mindfulness doesn’t have to be about remembering steps or techniques. It can be as simple as connecting with the senses. Things like embracing the warmth of the sunlight, the melodies of a song, or the feeling and textures of a familiar object. These are just smaller examples of mindfulness practices that might help to reduce agitation and support emotional expression in our loved ones without putting too much pressure on cognition. Mindfulness also benefits the relationships between service users and care staff in a care home setting. When staff approach interactions attentively – listening carefully, speaking gently and slowly – it can offer a more nurturing and calmer response and helps to develop the prolonged companionship that thrives in care settings. Introducing mindfulness doesn’t require special equipment or lengthy planning. A few simple minutes of quiet breathing before meals, a short, guided relaxation in the afternoon, or a mindful walk in the garden is entirely enough to aid in developing a mindful and mental health friendly environment. Over time, these practices can contribute to a calmer, more supportive environment for everyone. We’ve also created a small ‘Mindfulness Bingo’ sheet below that you can download or save and use for yourself and your loved ones.