THERE were no barriers to taking part in the silent disco at Nesfield Lodge Care Home in Leeds – even those unable to leave their beds could take part.
The amazing silent disco, led by DJ Pete Goldup aka The Silent Disco DJ, used an innovative long-reach signal that allowed those who find leaving their beds difficult or are uncomfortable with big groups to be part of the rave-up.
Manager Sarah Golden-Hill said: “It was amazing that even those who are bedbound or aren’t comfortable in large group settings can still enjoy the party.
“It’s just another way to get our residents up on their feet and moving. They joined our colleagues and guests and had an incredible time singing and dancing the afternoon away.”
Nesfield Lodge is part of the Orchard Care Homes group, which operates 23 care homes across the north and Midlands.
Nesfield Lodge staged the silent disco as part of its Dementia Promise, which aims to remove the stigma associated with dementia and encourage a positive approach to dementia care and enrichment through activity, choice and inclusion.
DJ Pete came equipped with disco props, 50 sets of headphones, tassel poms, 70’s heart glasses, a disco ball and strobe lights to give residents the full rave experience.