A Summer of Big Green Picnics

This summer, Right at Home offices across the UK came together to host the Big Green Picnic – a nationwide campaign created in partnership with Dementia Adventure.

From beach barbecues to garden gatherings, the events gave people living with dementia, their families, and their communities the chance to enjoy the outdoors and create special memories.

Each Big Green Picnic is uniquely shaped by the people who take part – and our offices across the UK embraced the idea with enthusiasm, creativity and care.

Highlights from Across the Network

Joyful Days in Local Communities

• Right at Home Swindon shared smiles, sunshine and dancing, creating an afternoon their team will never forget.
• In Medway, the day was filled with flower arranging, crafts, music, bingo, and a delicious picnic spread – a celebration of laughter and community spirit.
• Bridgend & Vale of Glamorgan brought people together at Bryn Celyn Care Home in Maesteg, raising awareness and showing how simple moments of connection can help reduce stigma around dementia.

Community Partnerships in Action

Collaboration in the local community was at the heart of many events. Right at Home South Cheshire worked with Mill House and the local charity Wishing Well to deliver a celebration of wellbeing in Nantwich. “It’s all about creating joyful, accessible moments for the people we support,” said Community Engagement Manager Zoe Cooper.

In Stevenage, Bishop’s Stortford & Braintree, Managing Director Chris Neal piloted the campaign with an afternoon of sensory activities, live music and flower arranging at Meadowbrook Care Home. “Everyone worked seamlessly to create a brilliant atmosphere,” Chris said. “It couldn’t have been better.”

Creativity and Inclusivity

Some offices brought a unique twist to the Big Green Picnic. Grantham & Newark welcomed guests to Grantham Tennis Club for music, refreshments and a dementia-led singing session – the same week the office was named one of the Top 20 Homecare Providers in the East Midlands.

The team at Right at Home Mid Hampshire gave their event a tropical theme, featuring fresh fruit cocktails, garlands, grass skirts and hula dancing; it was a memorable afternoon for everyone!

In Bournemouth & Poole, a dementia-friendly Big Green Barbecue on Branksome Beach gave Clients and families the chance to enjoy the sea air and singalongs. “This event is about togetherness,” said Managing Director Andrew Davis.

Going the Extra Mile for Dementia Adventure

Alongside the picnics, the offices have gone above and beyond to support our official charity partner Dementia Adventure. In Ilkley, Keighley & Skipton, the team took on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, raising over £1,000. Meanwhile, in Guildford & Farnham, Managing Director Alastair Shanks and the rest of his amazing care professionals completed a fire walk, raising over £2,500.

And Right at Home’s annual charity golf day, held this year at Sandwell Park in Bromwich, saw more than £6,000 raised throughout the day, with some amazing golfing experiences sold at auction.

These funds will enable Dementia Adventure to offer subsidised dementia holidays and financial support for those who might otherwise be unable to afford a supported holiday or day excursion. These opportunities make a huge difference when it comes to enhancing quality of life for people living with dementia. 

Care for a Life You Love

At Right at Home, our teams offer person-centred support – not just in the home, but in the community too. Whether it’s supporting someone to stay active, reconnect with their hobbies, or attend events like the Big Green Picnic, we believe in helping people live life to the full.

If you're caring for a loved one with dementia, looking for trusted, high-quality homecare, or considering a career where you can make a genuine difference – we’d love to hear from you.