Try Something Different Day

One recent lunchtime at Crag House Farm provided an opportunity for a bit of fun, when people who come along to therapeutic activity projects at Crag House Farm tried something a bit different! 

One of our beneficiaries having a go at plate spinning!

The therapeutic projects provide marvellous opportunities for people to be away from their day to day circumstances, to enjoy a free meal, to learn new skills and to enjoy friendships. They also provide vital company for people who may be isolated at home most days of the week.

This was an opportunity to dare to try out something completely different, whilst safe in the company of friends. It certainly caused hilarity! Just laughing together can be the “best medicine” as an old saying goes! 

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Memories, Moments and Music

As one of Opera North’s 2019 Community Partners, Caring For Life has enjoyed special access to several arts-based events and workshops throughout the year. Our beneficiaries have been invited to see opera performed, observed a rehearsal of Verdi’s ‘Aida’ at Leeds Town Hall, and even taken a backstage tour of the Grand Theatre in Leeds. 

Sean and Paul are briefed on how the recording will go by some of the Opera North team.

In addition, participants in the music project have enjoyed the privilege of working with a few of Opera North’s own talented musicians in singing various lullabies. The lullabies shared are being included in Opera North’s ongoing project entitled ‘People’s Lullabies,’ which showcases songs cherished by people all over the city.

Last week, Sean, our Drama Project Leader, was filmed with one of the gentlemen on the project, singing a rendition of ‘Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral,’ an Irish lullaby. 

Those visiting from Opera North have been excellent in the way they have worked with us, making genuine, caring connections, based on things we have in common and hold as precious—memories, moments, and music. It has had a very positive effect on all those involved.

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Beside the Sea

This week saw a group of people who attend the therapeutic daytime activity projects at Caring For Life on Wednesdays, head off for a trip to the seaside. For some, this was a rare opportunity to be beside the sea; indeed, a rare opportunity to get away from the city.

Anticipating sandy feet and a salty sea!

Being in such different surroundings, seeing the sandy beaches, the chalk cliffs and the vast sea itself, is all very special, and a day away at the coast can lead to lots of times for one to one chats, when people feel free to talk, away from their usual life circumstances.

Comments on the surroundings came thick and fast!

“This has made my day. It’s ages since I was on the beach like this. It’s awesome!”

“I haven’t done this in years.”

“The sea is so peaceful - so much better than being near people!”

“I feel free when I’m at the sea.”

“I Just realised that God is here with us. It’s something about the sea.” 

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