Plas Bryn Rhosyn joins the Vegetarian For Life scheme

The Plas Bryn Rhosyn Care Home in Neath has welcomed MP and shadow secretary of state for Wales, Christina Rees to a vegan afternoon tea party to celebrate a new scheme for vegan and vegetarian residents.

Plas Bryn Rhosyn is part of the Vegetarian for Life scheme that ensures people’s values, beliefs and choices are not affected by moving into a residential care setting. Plas Bryn Rhosyn, operated by Pobl Group, is only the second care home in Neath to be included on the Vegetarian for Life list.

Christina, herself a Vegan, enjoyed the chance to talk with staff and residents and try a selection of vegan food on offer at the home. “As Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Vegetarianism and Veganism, I am very proud that Plas Bryn Rhosyn is part of the Vegetarian for Life scheme, making sure that people in residential care are comfortable and secure in the knowledge that their personal food choices are being catered for.”

Stuart Davies, Plas Bryn Rhosyn's registered manager said: "Our approach to care is very much focused on the individual. Vegetarianism and veganism are both growing in popularity, so we wanted to make sure people were clear that their beliefs and personal choices are important to us and can be accommodated through a move to residential care.

The visit was timed to coincide with Veganuary – an initiative that encourages people to maintain a vegan diet for a full month. Plas Bryn Rhosyn will be holding local events and promoting their vegetarian and vegan cuisine in the coming months.

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