Celebrating our heroes – Quorn care home to host Armed Forces party

A care home in Quorn is inviting the local community to celebrate Armed Forces Day in style.

On Saturday 27th June from 2pm–4pm, Care UK’s Lonsdale Mews, on Farley Way, is opening its doors to honour the Armed Forces with its very own party.

Armed Forces Day is an opportunity for the nation to show their support for the people who make up the Armed Forces, from currently serving personnel to service families, veterans and cadets.

Visitors will be able to enjoy the home’s beautiful gardens while being serenaded by the Leicestershire Coop Snibston brass band. There will be plenty of fun and surprises throughout the afternoon, including a visit from the Quorn Royal British Legion, re-enactors and a celebratory tea dance from Quorn AMC Dance School to mark the occasion.

Resident Sandra, 83, said: “It is wonderful that we will be marking Armed Forces Day at the home. I am really looking forward to the entertainment and being with everyone. I was married to a Royal Marine, so it is very special to me.”

Lonsdale Mews is officially accredited as a ‘Veteran Friendly Framework’ care home, which recognises best practice and high-quality standards of care for the Armed Forces community.

Jo Davison, Home Manager at Lonsdale Mews, said: “We’re thrilled to be celebrating Armed Forces Day and welcoming the community to the Lonsdale gardens to enjoy the afternoon with us!

“Many residents who live at Lonsdale Mews know someone who was in the Armed Forces. Days like these are incredibly important to them, as it gives them the opportunity to honour the memories of those who served.

“On behalf of the team that have worked hard to put this together, I’d like to extend a warm welcome to anyone wishing to join our celebrations; we’re looking forward to an enriching day of music, reflection and gratitude.”

Lonsdale Mews offers full-time residential and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. The home incorporates plenty of space for hobby and leisure activities and includes its own cinema, hair and beauty salon and pub. The layout of the building is configured into a series of individual suites, each having a dedicated lounge/dining room to facilitate the creation of close-knit communities.

For more information on Lonsdale Mews, please call Customer Relations Manager Jenny Cartwright on 01509 801 587, email jenny.cartwright@careuk.com or visitcareuk.com/lonsdale-mews.

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