03/06/2026
⚡️ Yesterday, we experienced a prolonged power outage due to an external fault affecting the local power grid.
🔌 The power was off from approximately 9:00am until just after 8:00pm, resulting in a complete loss of electricity, internet access 💻 and telephone lines ☎️.
💜 As a specialist dementia day care service, we quickly adapted to minimise any impact on the people who use our service.
Despite the challenges, it was very much business 👩🏻💼 as usual, with our high staff ratios, specialist knowledge, evidence-based practice, and person-centred approach ensuring everyone continued to receive the support they needed 💫
🌟 Rather than allowing the situation to disrupt the day, we turned it into an opportunity. We enjoyed a trip out, renewed our annual passes at Kirkleatham Museum 🏛️, and spent the day exploring, reminiscing and socialising together 😊.
🍽️ We also supported local businesses by enjoying lunch out and carrying out the very important task of sampling local cafés in search of the best coffee ☕ and cake 🍰!
🥪 With no power to our fridges and freezers, we made the decision to distribute food within the local community to prevent unnecessary waste ♻️❤️.
👏 A huge thank you to Beyond Housing for their support and check ins, and Northern Powergrid who worked tirelessly throughout the day in truly dreadful weather conditions 🌧️💨 to restore power to our service.
And not forgetting our FABULOUS STAFF ⭐️🫶❤️
💪 Challenges may arise, but with teamwork, flexibility and a positive attitude, there’s always a way to make the best of the situation.
