Leicester care home unites in remembrance

Midlands-based care group unites in remembrance

Residents and staff across a Midlands-based care group have come together to honour Remembrance Day, with each home within the collection marking the occasion in its own way.

At Watermead Rose in Leicester, which forms part of the 17-home Macc Care group, residents joined together to watch the national Remembrance Service, with resident Ambassador Barry giving an emotional reading of the poem The Longest Day to his fellow residents. The day also featured a special visit from vintage singer Lizzie Rushby, who performed classic songs from the 1940s. In the build up to Remembrance Day, residents had lovingly crafted handmade poppies, each one a tribute to someone remembered.

Elsewhere in Leicester, Watermead team member Sue paid a visit to the local Royal British Legion in Thurmaston, where she attended a service at St Michael’s Church and met with veterans and volunteers. Sue gave a short speech of gratitude and presented a festive hamper as a small token of appreciation before visiting the nearby Thurmaston Parish Council Memorial.

In Erdington, Abbey Rose staff and residents gathered to observe the two-minute silence, while throughout the week, residents had worked together to create beautiful banners and handmade poppies to be displayed around the home. Over in Boldmere, residents at Sutton Rose spent time creating a Remembrance Wall, filled with hundreds of poppies and cherished photographs, including treasured images of those who served. With support from Simply School Supplies, residents crafted wreaths and helped bring the display to life. On the day itself, everyone gathered to share stories, listen to wartime songs and join together in the two minute silence.

In Birmingham, residents of Priestley Rose enjoyed a performance from special guest, Ruby, as she sang for residents and staff. Meanwhile in West Heath, residents of Austin Rose got hands-on in creating a vibrant poppy field, providing a fun and creative way to remember and honor those who served.

Meadow Rose in Longbridge enjoyed a trip to Bellfield Junior School for a Remembrance Afternoon Tea served by the children. A shared two-minute silence, a crafts session and a light-hearted game of bingo rounded off the visit, and back at the home, singer Shannon gave a lively performance featuring music from the 1920s onwards.

Willow Rose in Willenhall welcomed residents from Winehela Sheltered Housing for an afternoon tea complete with delicious treats and live music. At Studley Rose in Studley, residents enjoyed a fantastic performance of 1940s favourites by singer Amy Price, whose nostalgic set had residents singing along and reminiscing. In Stafford, residents at Dora Rose were also treated to a musical guest, Becky G, who sang songs from the 1920s onwards, with plenty of voices joining in. This followed a heartfelt service in the morning led by their local vicar, during which residents and staff observed the national two-minute silence.

Bhav Amlani, Director of Macc Care, said: “Remembrance Day is a poignant opportunity for our residents to reflect and remember, while also reconnecting with the past. Across every one of our homes, we saw incredible moments of creativity and unity. These tributes not only honour those who served, but also strengthen the sense of belonging that runs through our homes. We are proud to support our residents in remembering their own stories as well as those of families and friends during this important time.”

Macc Care remains committed to fostering community, connection and care, honouring the past while supporting wellbeing and meaning in the present.

Macc Care operates 17 luxury care homes across the Midlands, with a focus on delivering compassionate, clinically led and individualised support within warm, home-from-home environments. To learn more about Macc Care Group, visit macccare.com

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About Macc Care

Founded by doctors almost two decades ago, Macc Care has grown to become one of the UK’s leading providers of elderly care with a network of 17 luxury care homes across the Midlands and exciting plans to extend its philosophy of care, with new homes opening in Walsall and Shirley in the coming months.

Full list of Macc Care homes:

Leighton Rose, Leighton Buzzard

Watermead Rose, Leicester

Blossomfield Rose, Solihull

Blythe Rose, Solihull

Studley Rose, Studley

Sutton Rose, Sutton

Willow Rose, Willenhall

Abbey Rose, Erdington

Austin Rose, West Heath

Dora Rose, Stafford

Wulfrun Rose, Wolverhampton