Orchard teams raise money for Dementia Action Week!

For Dementia Action Week 2025, our wonderful care homes and central teams raised vital funds for Alzheimer’s Society, a leading charity which helps provide support, information and research for dementia and people living with dementia. We were amazed by the creativity of many homes and truly enjoyed seeing their impressive fundraising ideas brought to life.

Starting at Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home, carer Chrissie faced local Tiktok star and food personality Ryan Robinson in a fun, friendly pizza-eating competition! The home raised £150 for Dementia Action Week, which is amazing.

We had a great time participating in Dementia Action Week, filling the days with a variety of fundraising activities—from bag-packing at local shops to running a charity car wash! We’re already thinking of plans for next year” added Activities Coordinator Adele.

Several homes opted for some fresh air outside and organised sponsored walks in the local area, such as Lofthouse Grange & Lodge Care Home in Wakefield. It was particularly inspiring to see many residents taking part in the outdoor walk.

Cherry Trees Care Home in Rotherham was another home where residents and team members got involved and stayed active. With activities such as hoop throwing, frisbee and egg and spoon races, everybody got involved in a fantastic sponsored sports day!

Sharron, Home Manager, told us: “We'd like to thank everyone that came to our fundraising events - from our bake off to sports day, sponsored walks and waxing. One of our wonderful residents, Sheila, even dyed her hair red to support the cause! It was a week full of fun and excitement."

Certain homes chose instead to fundraise with several smaller-scale activities, such as selling homemade decorations or getting crafty with forget-me-not themed bookmarks and badges. Eaton Court Nursing Home in Grimsby managed to raise an incredible £188 thanks to their creative ideas. Congratulations team!

Meanwhile, at Three Bridges Nursing Home in Warrington, the team combined their love of music with their fundraising efforts and incorporated an exciting visit from Al at ‘Music in Mind’. Their impressive raffle raised £113!

Home Administrator Wendy shared: “We had such a lively day with Al—there was something for everyone to enjoy. Whether relaxing in the lounges with friends or being serenaded in their rooms, everyone had a fantastic time!”

Archers Park Care Home in Sunderland raised funds as one big family, inviting relatives and friends to the home for a charity afternoon tea. Spirits were high and £310 was raised for Alzheimer’s Society – what an absolutely brilliant accomplishment!

Overall, we're incredibly proud of every single team across the regions for showcasing their creativity, compassion, and commitment to making a difference – well done to all!

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