20 October 2026
The leaves have started to turn orange and pumpkin spice is in everybody’s cup: Autumn is officially upon us.
That does not mean that things have slowed down across our homes. It has been another busy few weeks across our Almond Care homes with plenty of opportunities for learning, laughter, creativity and personal growth.
We understand that progress looks different to everybody. Sometimes it is trying something new and sometimes it is taking baby steps towards a bigger goal.
At Almond Care, we are here to support all of our children, from the big stuff to the small stuff.
Outside of the home, the children have been up to so much! To begin, they have started rock climbing, which has given them the opportunity to build their confidence and challenge their personal limits in a safe environment.
We have also placed a focus on giving back to the community. We have been working with charities to encourage kindness, compassion and a sense of community in the children.
Closer to home, we have been getting the children to share the creative side. This has included painting and personalising their bedrooms to make them feel even more homely.
We have also been teaching the children about finances, developing understanding around money and budgeting so that they understand the importance of making informed decisions.
The children have also made plans with a friend to come round for tea and have the opportunity to join in with our Lego club.
This month has been filled with spooky enjoyment for the children at Bluebell House, with decorations in place all over the home to get us ready for Halloween.
While we still have the weather for it, the children have been enjoying trips to the park and swimming lessons, offering them the opportunity to stay active and, most importantly, have fun.
There has also been an emphasis on self-care, with trips to the hairdressers and some much-needed pampering providing an opportunity to unwind and relax.
We have placed a big focus on independence this month, with the children helping to cook breakfast and dinner alongside helping care for our rabbits.
The team at Almond Care are incredibly proud of the strides towards independence that our children are taking. Every new skill learned and shared experience is worth celebrating.
This month at Rainbow House, our focus has been preparing for the next chapter. Developing independent skills has been at the forefront of our time with activities such as food shopping and practising making everyday decisions.
There has also been some big progress towards a move to a new home, with personal belongings being packed and ready to cross the bridge to their new home.
We have been encouraging positive conversations around the transition, helping to discuss plans and prepare for the change.
At Rainbow House, we recognise that every opportunity is a new step towards independence and we are proud to support each step towards the future.
Thanks to the drop in temperature, this month we have had some fun outdoors on nature walks, providing the opportunity to explore, collect treasures and enjoy the turning leaves.
We have also been exploring the world of crystals with a visit to the crystal shop, discovering the different types of crystals and their meaning.
On the topic of spirituality, we have been practising some mindfulness, from gentle breathing and yoga to sensory play, to practice slowing down, recognising feelings and finding new ways to relax.
With Halloween just around the corner, Acorn House has been getting into the spooky spirit, adorning the house with spooky decorations and providing plenty of excitement for the season.
As the evenings draw in and Halloween approaches, there’s a real sense of autumn excitement across our homes.
At Almond Care, we are committed to fostering children’s independence and celebrating the big stuff along with the small stuff.
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