Thistle Court Care Home Travels Back to the 80s
Thistle Court Care Home in Cwmbran recently went back in time with their residents (who are fondly referred to as ‘family members’) with an 80s themed afternoon. Music and props... Read more
Cwmbran Care Home uses Scents to help with Dementia Care
When you walk down one of Thistle Court’s hallways you get a pleasant aroma of baked bread, fresh apples and fresh flowers, scents you wouldn’t expect in a care home. ... Read more
Thistle Court Care Home holds toe-tapping music activity
Thistle Court Care Home in Cwmbran held a session with Ranntastic Toe Tappers this week for its residents (who are fondly called ‘family members’). The activities included using music and... Read more
Thistle Court Care Home and Dunelm Cwmbran team up to deliver joy to family members
Dunelm has partnered with Thistle Court Care Home this year for their festive initiative ‘Delivering Joy’. Christmas is a time that can feel lonely for some, and Thistle Court Care... Read more
A Little Bit of Magic Gifted to Two South Wales Care Homes
The Gwent Regional Partnership Board recently signed up for The Happiness Programme and paid for 100 Magic Tables to be sent to care homes across Wales. The programme offers the... Read more
Reflecting on LGBT+ History Month: Creating Inclusive Spaces
2022 marks half a century since the first Pride march in 1972 that took place in London. In the time that has passed since, activists have protested their rights to... Read more
Breaking the Bias with Sheila Johnson
International Women's Day is a day to celebrate Breaking the Bias; the exceptional strengths and endurance of women throughout years of gender inequality, and their remarkable achievements despite what they... Read more
The Importance of Mentoring with Helen Barr
Throughout January, we have been exploring how mentorship holds the power to shape us into the people we become in both our personal and professional lives. This led us into... Read more
Rachel & the Thistle Court Creatives
Thistle Court's Artist Rachel Davies has been a member of the team at Thistle Court for over 15 years. While some may consider that to make her ‘part of the... Read more
Joyce Hague: Our Nurse of Principle
Our Nurse of Principle If the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted one thing, it is the significant need we have as a society for nursing professionals. Thistle Court Care Home in... Read more