Mitcham care home opens its doors for a merry good time

Snow is falling, children are playing – and a Mitcham care home is opening its doors to help combat loneliness in the community this festive season.

On Friday 19^th December, from 3pm-5pm, Care UK’s Cumberland, on Whitford Gardens, is helping older members of the community to get into the festive spirit by joining residents and team members for a Christmas-themed party with live entertainment. 

Studies have shown that almost 1.5 million older people feel lonelier at Christmas than any other time of year*. To help tackle loneliness, Care UK has launched its Care to Share initiative, designed to support older people through the festive season. 

More than 100 Care UK homes nationwide will be taking part to give older members of the community a safe and sociable space where they can enjoy some festive fun and good company – whether it’s singing along to Christmas carols or watching a Christmas movie with a mince pie.

At Cumberland, the team have been hard at work spreading Christmas cheer and arranging the ultimate Christmas party. Team members have transformed the home into a festive grotto, ready for live entertainment from local performer, [insert name] who will be singing classic Christmas songs. Guests at the party can also enjoy a mince pie and mulled wine as they sit back and enjoy the performance. 

Portia Nleya, Home Manager at Cumberland, said: “Here at Cumberland, we’re passionate about playing an active role in our community, so we’re delighted so be opening our doors for our Christmas party. 

“Christmas is always an exciting time here at Cumberland, with everyone sharing their favourite memories, traditions – and Christmas songs! Music is a wonderful way to bring people together and prompt conversation and connection with others, improving wellbeing and reducing loneliness. 

“We’re looking forward to welcoming our older neighbours for a festive sing-along and look forward to building on new and existing relationships – we’re already brushing up on our song lyrics in preparation!”

To find out more about Care UK’s Care to Share initiative, please visit: careuk.com/caretoshare