Spring has sprung!

It's that time of year when the first mowing of the lawn is taking place, after what can only be described as a long cold winter!

As you can see the garden is once again starting to bloom with colour coming though from all angles.

Les is busy making sure the lawn looks it's best - keep up the good work!

NVQ

We would just like to inform you all that Jim Tanner has today successfully completed his NVQ II in care.

Jim has been a support worker here at The Willows since October and has proven to be a valuable member of our team.

Well done to you Jim!!!

Training Days

Exalon as a company value the staff's well being and feel it is so important to train all staff to a high standard so the roles can be carried out effectively which will and does already enhance the lives of the service users that are being supported.

Here you can see some group work being undertaken at the recent BILD approved positive approaches to behaviours that is being taught by Karen Wilkinson who has a great way of training the staff and the feedback received was fantastic.

In a stew!!!

To promote independence and skills Kurt has been assisting staff in the kitchen today to prepare and cook the evening meal which will be a warming hearty homemade chicken stew.

At The Willows we feel it is of great importance to involve all the service user's in as much of everyday skills that we all take for granted.

Here you can see Kurt in full infection control kit starting the prep work with a bright smile upon his face......... lets hope there is some left for me to try yummy!!!!!

Sport relief mile

Kurt & Sheriff supported by Jim took part in the sport relief mile yesterday in Trowbridge park, this was a great achievement and help raise money for a great cause.

The weather was ideal and everyone really enjoyed the atmosphere of the event - well done!

Asdan

As mentioned in the previous post Sheriff is undertaking his Asdan awards and he went shopping on thursday after completing the shopping list.

Sheriff was supported to do this with a member of staff in the local supermarket and managed to stay within budget.

Well done Sheriff!

Asdan

As Asdan is now well under way at the Willows more of the service users are taking interest at gaining awards and this week Sheriff started off on an independent living awarded.

Sheriff has been doing his laundry, helping to serve a main meal for the service users and staff and is now compiling a shopping list from the menu so he can be supported to get the food for the weekend.

Well done to you Sheriff!!