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Empowering lives with care in Harrogate: 7 Lessons from our Wellbeing Webinar

4 August 2025

Written byNathan Evans

Empowering lives with care in Harrogate: 7 Lessons from our Wellbeing Webinar

Why community connection is vital in care in Harrogate

At Radfield Home Care, we believe Care in Harrogate should be more than just professional support; it should be about enriching lives. That’s why we hosted a heartwarming online webinar with Jackie from Dancing for Wellbeing, a North Yorkshire-based initiative promoting joy and connection through dance. The session reminded us that compassionate care isn’t only about physical support, it’s about creating moments of joy and belonging.

A behind the scenes look at the Radfield Home Care Dancing for wellbeing webinar

1. Movement as a Tool for Wellbeing

Jackie introduced the philosophy behind Dancing for Wellbeing, a welcoming space where everyone, regardless of age or mobility, can express themselves through movement. These dance sessions aren’t focused on choreography; they’re about moving to music, freely and joyfully. This encourages physical activity without pressure, supporting both emotional and physical health.

2. Making Care Inclusive Across North Yorkshire

From Harrogate to Ripon, these dance groups offer safe, supportive environments. Even those who haven’t danced in years are invited with warmth. For older adults, especially those facing mobility challenges or living alone, this inclusion is empowering.

3. Addressing Loneliness through Local Initiatives

Loneliness in later life is a serious concern. Through this webinar, we learned how regular social activities like group dance sessions offer purpose, companionship, and joy. These programs reduce isolation, helping older people maintain mental health and build self-confidence.

4. The Power of Social Routines in Harrogate Care

Many participants in Jackie’s groups describe the sessions as a highlight of their week. For some, it’s the only regular interaction they have. In Harrogate care settings, creating these types of routines can profoundly improve quality of life, supporting memory, cognition, and emotional well-being.

5. Shared Goals: Joy and Person-Centred Care

At Radfield Home Care, we’ve delivered private home care in Harrogate for over four decades. We see care as a collaboration between support and independence. Like Jackie’s approach, our work is grounded in person-centred care, treating people as individuals, not just as patients with needs.

6. Care Beyond the Basics in Harrogate and Knaresborough

Our Care Professionals in Harrogate and Knaresborough are trained to deliver more than personal care. They bring companionship, encouragement, and emotional support, everything needed to help people age well at home. We continuously seek local partners like Dancing for Wellbeing to expand our impact.

7. Practical Support and Community Engagement

We provide home care in Harrogate, Knaresborough, and surrounding towns, including personal care, companionship, and help with staying active. By supporting people in connecting to local groups, we help them continue enjoying the things that matter most, like dancing, music, and friendship.

Our wellbeing webinar with Jackie from Dancing for Wellbeing reminded us just how powerful community connection can be in supporting people to age well. Whether it’s through music, movement, or a simple conversation, true care goes beyond tasks; it’s about fostering relationships, building confidence, and creating meaningful experiences. In Harrogate and across North Yorkshire, initiatives like these complement the work of our Care Professionals by offering joy, inclusion, and belonging.

Stay connected to what matters with Radfield Home Care

At Radfield Home Care, we are proud to work alongside local organisations to ensure the people we support can stay active, connected, and engaged in their communities. Delivering high-quality private home care since 2018, we understand that great care is rooted in personal connection. By blending expert support with compassionate companionship, we help people live life on their terms, surrounded by the things and people they love most.

Speak with your friendly local team to discover how we Be There for you, mum, dad, or a loved one.

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Nathan Evans

Nathan Evans

Business Development Manager

Nathan works closely with the Harrogate office team, and uses his experience to ensure consistent growth in the business and customer base.

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