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25.01.2022 We're excited to be sharing more episodes of The Daisie Chain Podcast with you in 2021 From stories of inspiration & resiliency Guidance around dealing with grief & loss Challenges & opportunities within Aged Care & Disability sectors... Value of music & movement and so much more... If you haven't checked out our Podcast already, click the link in the comments below. If you have ideas of topics you'd love for us to share or even guest who you think would be great to interview - send us a Direct Message. We'd love to hear from you! #thedaisiechain #thedaisiechainpodcast #shiningalight #agedcare #disability

24.01.2022 How can I or my loved one, safely exercise and move at home? This is one of the common challenges expressed by a number of our clients or their loved ones. They love to move, to exercise, to look after themselves & their health. To be able to do it from the comfort of their own home (no need to arrange transport or head out in the summer extreme temperatures).... BUT there’s the concern of: What can I do? Where do I start? How can I do it safely particularly when my balance is a bit off or worried about the potential risk of falls? We understand these concerns, whether it’s for yourself or your loved ones. There are different ways of doing so including seated & standing with assistance (having a chair to help assist) exercises so that you don't have to miss out! This is why our Moves for All Online Program has been created. Providing a variety of both seated & standing (with chair) movement activities and dances so you or your loved one can move safely in the comfort of your home. Led by Emma - Fitness Instructor, who has been running various movement & exercise classes with a particular love for running classes for seniors and catering for all abilities, you’re walked through how to undertake the different movements safely and have fun in the process! All the classes are pre-recorded so you can work through the different dances & movements whenever you like, how you like. If you’d like to learn more or give the Gift of Health this Christmas with 3 months access to Moves for All Online Program at half price. Comment Info below & we’ll share more about the program & special with you

24.01.2022 We would love to hear your thoughts! As many of you are aware, we recently released our Podcast - The Daisie Chain Podcast, helping to shine a light on Aged Care & Disability. Sharing stories of resilience, music & movement, the challenges experienced across both Aged Care & Disability, grief & loss and so much more.... What topics would you love to hear more about? Or who would you love to hear interviewed that would be a fit for our Podcast? Let us know in the comments below. If you haven't already, be sure to check out our Introduction & Episode 1: Move What You Can of our Podcast with the link below https://shirepod.podbean.com/e/thedaisiechainep1/

24.01.2022 Once a Ballerina... Forever a Ballerina This is absolutely beautiful to watch First ballet dancer in NYC in the 60s. Now living with Alzheimer's... her reaction when she hears the music

23.01.2022 Today is a pretty SPECIAL day for us at The Daisie Chain Today we celebrated 8 years of this Zumba Gold class in a local retirement village. We have been through so much together over the past 8 years. ... We have: Lost members due to illness or passing, Danced at local fairs, and at funerals, I got married, Cried and laughed together and Shared a few glasses of bubbly at Christmas time and morning teas. Such an inspiring group of people and a SPECIAL mention to Joan. She was at the very first class and has only missed classes when she is away travelling or sick. And over the last 8 years we've run: 45 classes per year = 360 classes (8 years) Average of 10 participants per class = 3600 attendances at this class WOW! Thank you to each and everyone of you who have been a part of & shared in these classes with us over the years

23.01.2022 Zumba Gold in lockdown... "Thank you for a great morning with the residents today! Lots of beautiful interactions as always!" With Aged Care Facilities still in lockdown... we had to get a little bit creative for last week's Friday Zumba Gold Class... Check out some of the photos of residents enjoying their weekly class with Emma teaching from outside! We'll always find a way to share the joy of music & movement no matter what's happening #thedaisiechain #musicandmovement #zumbagold #musicandmovementclasses #agedcare #seniors #retirementliving #nursinghome #carer #wellness #wellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #health #healthylifstyle #movewhatyoucan

22.01.2022 WOW... Cannot believe I am wearing a Christmas hat already! We had a fabulous time together, getting into the Christmas spirit to record an item for their Christmas DVD. We are always happy to help with extra activities and love being involved with the programs with the staff and the fun we all have together!

22.01.2022 "What other people think of you is none of your business..." I recently had the opportunity to join "Keeping it in the Family" Podcast and was asked the question... What advice would you give to your younger self?... And this was my response What other people think of you is none of your Business This isn’t about not caring about other people. It’s really about staying focused on your purpose, your why & what it is that you’re really doing in life. Regardless of what other people think about what it is that you’re doing. Growing up, I found myself Caught, attempting to please others. Worrying about what other people think. When we do this, we lose the valuable & precious time we have to do the things that we really love to do and fulfilling our individual purpose. I’d love to hear below, what advice would you give to your younger self? . . . #thedaisiechain #mindset #inspire #purpose #podcast #musicandmovement

21.01.2022 FLASHBACK Friday Lovely Greg wanted to give me a virtual hug during one of our online classes and I could feel the love through the screen!! It's so important as we continue to adapt & adjust to these changing times, residents of Aged Care continue to be supported & feel connected.... Thank you to all the staff, families, community & team coming together in 2020 to find ways to provide support. Looking forward to continuing to work together & bring joy in 2021 #thedaisiechain #onlineclasses #virtualhug #agedcare #bringalittlesparkle #socialandemotionalconnection #wellbeing

21.01.2022 Thanks to Michael Bublé for helping bring a little extra joy to our 2020 Christmas celebrations! We sure loved singing, dancing & even playing a bit of hide & seek together. Everyone left the class feeling good! If there's someone we could have shared this experience with... it had to be you! Thank you!... #thedaisiechain #michaelbuble #celebrations #bringingalittlejoy #musicandmovement #ageisjustanumber #connection #bringalittlesparkle

21.01.2022 EPISODE 1: Move what you can - The Daisie Chain Podcast We're excited to share with you our first Episode of the Podcast Sharing insights & the experience of music for resident's in Aged Care...... From Moving What You Can, How You Can To seeing residents who are non-verbal, become expressive & even singing with the music Check out the full Podcast here: https://shirepod.podbean.com/e/thedaisiechainep1/ If you'd love to learn more as we shine a light on Aged Care & Disability, click "follow" on the Podcast. #thedaisiechain #podcast #agedcare #musicandmovement #health #wellness #wellbeing #connection #ageisjustanumber #addalittlesparkle

20.01.2022 "I don't know it"... watch & listen to what happens next...

19.01.2022 We love how our community have adapted to online classes this year to keep moving! Thanks Margie for your words & being a wonderful part of these classes

18.01.2022 We all love to put a smile on someone else’s face. It makes us feel useful and blessed. That’s why The Daisie Chain was born - we aim to bring love and happiness to those living in aged care facilities through a series of activities such as music and dance. We’d love to connect you with the elderly in your area! Contact us if you wish to get involved.

16.01.2022 Such a Gorgeous View How often do you take time out? To step out into nature? To breathe?... To slow down for a few minutes? To take in your surroundings - the colour, the smells, the sounds? There are so many valuable benefits of being outdoors & in nature- 1. Reduce Stress 2. Get the Creative Juices Flowing 3. Improves mood & wellbeing 4. Enhance short-term memory & focus 5. Promote connection - to self, to others, to surroundings 6. Encourages physical activity & movement When was the last time you spent time outdoors or in nature? We'd love to see your photos in the comments below

14.01.2022 We're excited for the first ever Seniors Spectacular in 2021! Will you be celebrating talent in Aged Care together with us?

14.01.2022 Would you love to help bring a little joy to others...? #bringalittlesparkle #musicandmovement #ageisjustanumber #peoplefirst

13.01.2022 Movement & Exercise can be FUN... Especially when you don't even realise you're doing it! There are so many different & amazing ways to bring movement & exercise into your life and experience the many benefits that come with it without... Feeling like it's a "bore" & "chore" or... That you need to work up a sweat for it to be considered exercise! ... If you’re thinking about how you can include more movement & exercise within your day for yourself or perhaps planning activities for others then here are a few of our top tips: 1. Move what you can, when you can, within your abilities! Moving anything is better than moving nothing... 2. Choose movement & activities that are actually enjoyable! You’re more likely to stick with these! Here’s a few ideas to get you thinking... Putting some music on & dancing Heading out into the garden Walk with friends or family Spend time playing with kids or family Be open to trying something new or different Joining a club or community that offers different activities (yoga, Zumba, low impact aerobics, lawn balls) 3. Ask friends & family about what they do. This can be a great way of exploring different ideas or getting moving in shared activities that allow you to connect with others 4. Keep it simple! ** Be sure to speak with a medical professional if you’re unsure what to do or that is safe for you to do ** We’d love to hear from you in the comments below What movement or exercise do you enjoy doing? P.S. If you don’t believe exercise & movement can be fun check out these gorgeous ladies from across Australia and a part of our online Moves for All Program :) #thedaisiechain #movesforall #musicandmovement #wellness #wellbeing #allabilities #inclusive #health #fitness #physicalactivity

13.01.2022 "Move what you can, While you can" - Emma Watts Whether it's standing up dancing, doing the twist Clapping your hands Or wiggling your toes... We love to see residents engage & move with the music in whatever form they can. While our ability to move may change over time & what we can do, we can still gain the many benefits in whatever form that may be & works for each individual How do you like to incorporate movement into your life and what does that look like to you?

11.01.2022 Music & Movement for EVERY BODY! All ages, All abilities... Emma has been working hard behind the scenes to bring together Moves for All Online Program that can be shared together & enjoyed by anyone, anywhere.... Here's a quick snapshot

10.01.2022 Throwback Thursday... This was so much fun. Sharing Zumba Gold with these fabulous residents during Channel 7 Sunrise weather segment. The girls and I spent a beautiful couple of hours with the residents and got to talk about the benefits of music and movement.... It was great to see some new faces giving the class a go and a huge thank you to my regular attendees who were very nervous but got up and did their thing, some of them also speaking about why they love Zumba Gold so much. #musicandmovement #wemovetheworld #dance #music #agedcare #retirementrocks #zumbagold #shakeit #movewhatyoucan

10.01.2022 One of the gifts & opportunities that has come from 2020... We've been able to deliver movement & exercise programs directly to participants in their own homes via our new online program Thanks Pam for being a fabulous part of our Moves for All program

08.01.2022 Movement is fundamental to human life... From taking your first steps Dancing up a storm on the dance floor Playing sports... Walking & talking together and connecting with friends Joining a gym or learning a form of martial arts... Often we can forget to relish it until we feel that we can no longer move in the ways that we used to. As we age it is important that we continue to move & discover different ways that offer the opportunity to overcome some of the challenges that can be faced We've put together a short Blog, sharing the 7 Benefits to staying physically active as we age & why at The Daisie Chain we're so invested in offering opportunities to move in many different ways. Click the link in the comments to read. We'd love to hear your feedback & if there are any other benefits you would add

07.01.2022 Huge Thank You to everyone who helped support & donated to Market Days in Aged Care in 2020! Late last year we put a call out to the community, for a variety of different knick knacks for a few of our aged care facilities hosting market days for their residents as they weren't able to take them Christmas shopping last year. These provided valuable gifts for the residents to be able to buy for each other & their families.... We received this card of thanks from one of our Aged Care facilities and we wanted to share this with you all! Thanks for being a part of this fabulous initiative & helping to bring a little sparkle to Christmas for residents, staff & their families last year! #thedaisiechain #bringalittlesparkle #bringalittlejoy #agedcare

05.01.2022 Give the GIFT of HEALTH & FUN this Christmas It's that time of the year when... People are looking for a unique gift for their loved one... something that they don't already have & Many are starting to focus on their health heading into the new year... This is the perfect opportunity to combine the two Have fun, get fit, all from the comfort of home Sing and dance for 5 minutes or make the workout as long as wanted Chair based and assisted movements, to be active safely anytime No travel required, stressing about parking, or having to venture out into the freezing cold or extreme heat! We love the impact music & movement has on physical & emotional health which is why we wanted to offer the opportunity for you to share this with your loved one this Christmas We're currently offering 50% off Three Months UNLIMITED access to our online Moves for All Program. If you'd love to give the GIFT of HEALTH & FUN this Christmas to your loved one this Christmas comment "MOVE" below & we'll share the details with you Moves for All - Music & Movement for Every Body!

01.01.2022 Thanks Nicole for your kind words & for being a massive support to be able to continue to share the joy of music & movement with beautiful residents. Helping to build social & emotional connection and interaction with residents is really important to us at The Daisie Chain Sharing classes online at times has certainly made this challenging! ... One of the strategies we use to help overcome this is to make sure where possible, that we have the names of residents & participants of the classes before we go live online. This helps us to be able to: Check in & keep a look out for them Be able to talk with, interact & engage with everyone individually during the class so they feel connected, seen, heard and a part of the experience. The Daisie Chain is continuing to bring joy through music, movement & entertainment in 2021 in both in-person & online options. If your organisation or facility is looking for fun, engaging classes this year, send us a message. We can work together with you to help identify what the needs are, what you're looking for & provide valuable options to suit. #TheDaisieChain #EmotionalandSocialWellbeing #musicandmovement #agedcareaustralia #agedcare #onlineprograms

01.01.2022 FRIDAY FUN DAY - This was such a fabulous time Krissy & I spent together and many laughs shared Krissy and I cross paths doing what we love. I get to bring music and movement to aged care and Kris's Feathered Friends visit facilities taking in her gorgeous feathered friends. ... Krissy is sponsored by the amazing people at Southern Cross Funeral Directors and they have been continuing to do what they do over the recent lock-downs by filming wonderful videos to bring some joy to the residents of aged care facilities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmQ7QTp4Tkg&t

01.01.2022 It's beautiful to see when the opportunity is there for family members to join in on classes with their loved one's. Sharing in the smiles, the joy, the music, the movement and that time to connect together Thanks Paula for your lovely & thoughtful words ... #thedaisiechain #music #movement #musicandmovement #ageisjustanumber #bringalittlesparkle #agedcare #connection #family