HC-One's Haven Care Home, in Peacehaven, East Sussex, has launched daily walking initiative ‘Haven on the Move’ to enhance residents' wellbeing while creating meaningful connections with the local community.
The initiative, which began this month, combines physical activity with community outreach as residents and colleagues visit local businesses and community spaces while delivering homemade treats baked by residents.
The programme goes beyond traditional exercise routines by creating purposeful daily excursions that address physical, emotional, and social aspects of resident wellness. Each outing includes residents delivering specially packaged homemade goods, which create opportunities for positive interactions and community recognition.
The initiative incorporates multiple benefits for residents, including improved mobility, elevated mood, reduced feelings of isolation, and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to their community.
By actively participating in baking sessions and community visits, residents maintain important connections beyond the care home environment. Mel Rosborough, Wellbeing Coordinator at Haven Care Home, works with residents to plan destinations and organise the baking activities.
The treats are professionally packaged with the HC-One logo to raise awareness of the care home while creating natural opportunities for residents to engage with community members.
Daryl Winsor, HC-One’s Haven Care Home Manager, said:
"Haven on the Move is about so much more than a daily walk. It's about creating joyful, meaningful experiences that enhance our residents' wellbeing and sense of purpose.
“What makes this initiative truly special is the whole-home approach. It's not just our care colleagues – our wellbeing, housekeeping, maintenance, kitchen, admin, and management teams are all actively involved."
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