Care homes show their respect for World War One anniversary

Thousands of care homes marked the anniversary of Britain joining the First World War yesterday, joining in the nation’s commemorations which saw millions of candles lit and towns and cities plunged into darkness.

Social care charity Community Integrated Care was among the care providers that helped their residents and families remember those whose lives were torn apart by the conflict, hosting a series of ceremonies and events.

Director of care services and outcomes, Sue McLean, comments: “Many of the older people we support have lived incredible lives, where they have made great sacrifices for their country and witnessed history. At , we wanted to celebrate and recognise their contribution, as well as that of everyone who has lived through conflict, by supporting our care homes to host special centenary events. These celebrations have been of great significance to many of our staff and residents, and we have been honoured to make them possible.”

As well as achieving a great sense of community spirit within their care facilities, the charity was able to contribute by selling poppies and raising funds for the Royal British Legion.

, in Waterloo, Liverpool, welcomed the Mayor of Sefton to their own ‘Poppy Picnic’, which included classic song and dance performances by the Merseyside Dance Initiative.

Other care homes to mark the occasion included Winsford Grange, in Cheshire, who planted a tree in their memorial garden in honour of those who gave their lives, as well as Pemberton Fold, in Little Hulton, Manchester, who held a celebratory street party.