These Encounters describe some of the benefits experienced by people who took part in sessions at the Leominster Meeting Centre (LMC).
Staff and carers are encouraged to look at these different encounters for ideas and activities and to be inspired by positive experiences.
Introduction to Encounters
All of us have eaten apples and products made from apples. Most of us can talk about apple trees in different seasons. Many can tell you...
Encounters in the Community
Encounters at a community event In Leominster there is an Apple Fair every year. A huge variety of local apples are on display along with stalls...
Encounters with Language
Encounters with language Have you ever said: ‘He’s a rotten apple!’ or ‘Let’s get to the core of the problem.’ ? Our language is rich in...
Encounters with our Senses
Encounters with our senses Every week four new varieties of apples were presented to a group at the Leominster Meeting Centre (LMC). Initial chats about the...
Encounters with Cooking
Encounters with ingredients. There are many easy and delicious recipes using apples. Cooking together provides important jobs for all involved. When I visit the Leominster Meeting...
Encounters with Wildlife
Orchards, or gardens with a few fruit trees, are great places to find wildlife. Even small orchards are full of creatures to find, watch and discuss. Orchards also provide...
Encounters in the Orchard
On the way to the orchard we chatted with each other noting birds flying overhead and the weather. We also enjoyed talking to dog-walkers and other...