HOME HOSTS AN EXCITING TALK FROM FENLAND ORCHARDS PROJECT

Staff and residents at Hickathrift House Care Home in Marshland St James, Wisbech, welcomed Andrew Callaghan, Community Development Worker of the Fenland Orchards Project for an educational talk on the history of the project, their current workshops and future plans for the orchard.

Residents and staff all gathered for Andrew to share his passion for the project and learn all about the current work they do for the community. The residents were captivated by the design and the traction the project has received since starting 4 years ago. The detailed informative talk, sparked memories and conversations between the attendees and brought back fond experiences of growing fruit.

General Manager of the home, Paula Melerski said: “This has been very educational for all of us. Both residents and staff have thoroughly enjoyed learning more about the Fenland Orchards Project and the importance this project has had in our community. At our monthly speaker events we welcome any opportunities to learn about the area and the passions of locals”.

Dorothy, a resident at Hickathrift said, “It was just fascinating to hear about this local project and the good it is doing for the community. I remember when Fenland was full of orchards and having this specific place is just wonderful. What an amazing job Andrew and others are doing”.

Hickathrift House care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Hickathrift House provides residential care and dementia care for 54 residents from respite care to long term stays.

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