Community event at Melton care home raises funds for children's charity
A festive community event at a Melton Mowbray care home raised funds for a charity which supports children with critical illnesses.
The celebration at The Amwell Care Home, on Asfordby Road, was enjoyed by residents, their families, staff members and people from the local community, including special guest, the Mayor of Melton, Councillor Siggy Atherton.
There was a variety of stalls showcasing a variety of products from small local businesses, such as sweets, reclaimed wood decorations, beauty products, handmade crochet knitwear, children’s aprons, as well as hot food such as waffles on a stick and jacket potatoes.
Attendees were also treated to Christmas songs performed by The Melton Band, marking their final carol service of the year and creating a truly festive atmosphere.
It all raised nearly £200 for Make-A-Wish UK, which grants special wishes to children and their families who are faced with tough challenges in life.
Kathy Fuller, from The Amwell, told the Melton Times: “We were honoured to be joined by the Mayor, who spent time with our residents and spoke with members of the staff team about the excellent work being carried out at The Amwell, as well as acknowledging the hard work of the team organising the event and what an excellent job was done.
"Drawing on her own experience of caring for older people, including those living with Dementia, Siggy offered incredibly kind and encouraging words.”
The latest inspection by the CQC highlighted a series of improvements which needed to be made at the care home – management and staff are working hard to address them.
Kathy added: “The Mayor spoke positively about the caring nature of the team and the well-maintained environment, acknowledging the clear improvements made and expressing confidence that the next CQC inspection will be an opportunity to celebrate positive progress.”
She added: “It has been a proud and uplifting day for everyone involved, and as we move into the festive season and the new year, morale at The Amwell is high.”
Go to www.make-a-wish.org.uk to find more about the charity and to donate money.
Visit www.theamwellcare.com for more information about the care home.