Dancing for Joy is a free weekly activity at Heathlands House Care Home. Anyone from the local community is welcome to join residents for the sessions, which offer a great opportunity to reminisce and stimulate the brain through movement.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- It is welcoming, inclusive and fun, offering a wellbeing boost;
- It provides some gentle exercise and an opportunity for emotional expression;
- Research has found that dancing can have a positive impact on the cognitive function of people with dementia.
“This is such a fun session full of laughter and good for keeping fit, my husband and I thoroughly enjoy it.”
How to contact
Where to go
Heathlands House Care Home - Care UK
Bullen Close
Cambridge CB1 8YU
UK
What to expect
Dancing for Joy takes place every Friday from 2.15 to 3.15pm at Heathlands House Care Home. It is open to everyone, but particularly suitable for older people.
The sessions combine music and dance. People who attend are guided through different movements by the activity leader. It is suitable for people of all levels of fitness and mobility. Beginners are welcome, no previous dance experience required.
If you are interested in coming to a session you can contact Johan.molloy-cruden@careuk.com or ring 01223 624 935 for a chat beforehand. Alternatively, you are welcome to just turn up. When you arrive, Fiona or Amanda will meet you at Reception and guide you through what happens next. If it is your first time they will introduce you to everyone else in the group. You are welcome to observe the first time, or join in if you prefer. The activity is all about enjoying yourself no matter what your ability is.
You are welcome to bring along friends, family and any other guests. Each person will need to sign in on arrival and sign out when they leave.
The dancing activity ends at 3.15 pm. At this point there is the opportunity to enjoy complimentary cake and refreshments, you are welcome to stay as long as you like.
More information
There is private on-site parking and there are local bus links from Cambridge and Cherry Hinton. The building is accessible and toilets are available.
There is no requirement for specialist footwear or clothing, this is an indoor event.
All sessions are free and refreshments are provided.
How to contact
Where to go
Heathlands House Care Home - Care UK
Bullen Close
Cambridge CB1 8YU
UK
