Chelmsford care home invites community to honour VE Day

A Chelmsford care home is opening its doors to the community to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. 

On Thursday 8^th May, from 11am-3pm, Care UK’s Manor Lodge, on Manor Road, is welcoming local people to honour the 80^th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed street party.

VE Day was celebrated on 8^th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.

At Manor Lodge, the team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative event, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s. 

Maggie Ziemianska, Home Manager at Manor Lodge, said: “We’re passionate about building and maintaining relationships within our community here at Manor Lodge, so we’re pleased to be opening our doors to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day for a special day of sharing memories and enjoying entertainment and dancing.

“Reminiscence activities are a great way for older people, especially those living with dementia, to connect with those around them and help maintain a sense of identity. In the  run up to the day, residents have been sharing their own stories and it’s been inspiring to hear everyone’s experiences and memories from wartime Britain. 

“We’re looking forward to welcoming our friends and neighbours into Manor Lodge for a day to remember.”

Manor Lodge, rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), is a modern care home that provides full-time residential, dementia, nursing and short-term respite care. Designed to enable residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, the care home has its very own cinema, café and hair salon, and there is plenty of space, both indoors and out, for relaxation and recreation.