A care home is putting out a plea for Christmas cards.
Dean Wood care home in Brighton is asking people to send messages of Christmas cheer to its residents and staff.
According to the care home, receiving a Christmas card is a great way to boost morale, wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
“Sending and receiving cards is a tradition that many of our residents’ love, so this Christmas we wanted to make the winter season extra special by calling on our local communities to surprise our residents with lots of lovely cards,” said Neil Jenkins, home manager at Dean Wood.
The cards received will be opened and placed around the home for everyone to read and enjoy and Neil hopes this will make residents feel more connected to their community.
Neil continued: “We know that receiving a card full of festive well wishes would really mean the world to our residents this year.
"It’s a small gesture of kindness which would have such a positive impact, providing residents with a great sense of warmth, support, and togetherness – the ultimate definition of festive cheer.”
While Christmas is a time for joy and family, the care home team also acknowleded that it can sometimes be an emotional time for those reflecting on loved ones who have passed.
Neil added: “At Dean Wood we are committed to making every day as happy as possible, but we are also aware that some days are harder for those residents who don’t have relatives to share celebrations with.
"That’s why this Christmas, we want to receive enough cards so that each resident feels extra loved and special.”
The care home, in Warren Road, Woodingdean, specialises in nursing and residential care, as well as care for those with dementia.
“We know how wonderful our local community is and are hopeful that people will come together in a show of festive spirit to boost everyone’s moods in the homes and make it an even merrier Christmas,” said Neil.
Anyone wishing to send Christmas cards to residents at Dean Wood Care Home can post them to: Dean Wood Care Home, Warren Road, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6DA.
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