Community comes together for New Year Social Afternoon Tea at Hitchin care home

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Guests at Iris Court for New Year Afternoon Social Tea

Local care home Iris Court welcomed the community in with a New Year Social Afternoon Tea that brought together community members, previous respite residents and friends of iris court for an afternoon of connection and celebration.

The afternoon was filled with Storytelling and laughter as guests shared memories and experiences sparking plenty of laughter and lively conversation throughout the room. The event provided a valuable opportunity for the community to reconnect and enjoy each others company heightening the sense of community. Whilst enjoying an indulgent afternoon tea of homemade sandwiches, scones and cakes made by Iris Court’s Head Chef.

Cassie Hinton Home Services Advisor at the home, said: “The event reflected the homes ongoing commitment to promoting social connection and community engagement. It was wonderful to see people of all ages coming together, sharing stories and starting the new year with smiles and laughter."

Iris Court 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. Iris Court Care Homeprovides residential care, and dementia carefor 60 residents from respite care to long term stays.

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