Meadowbank launches initiative to help combat loneliness
Local care home Meadowbeck in Osbaldwick, York is opening its doors to members of the community in a bid to help tackle loneliness.
Older community members, who might usually eat alone, are invited to join staff and residents at the home on every Thursday from 12.30 pm for a free three course meal and a good old natter.
Diners will be treated to a tasty lunch in the home’s dining room. Guests will have a chance to chat to the home’s staff and residents and take part in activities after their meal.
The ‘Don’t Dine Alone’ initiative was launched by Barchester Healthcare as a way to reach out to isolated or vulnerable members of the local community. The company has its own Charitable Foundation, a registered charity that gives grants to older people and other adults with a disability or mental health problem to help combat loneliness and enable people to connect with their local communities.
The home’s talented Head Chef will be creating an array of delicious dishes all cooked from scratch using fresh produce for diners to enjoy.
Annaliza Kemp, General Manager at Meadowbeck said: “Loneliness and isolation can have a huge impact on people, especially older members of the community. We want all our neighbours to know that they are welcome to come and dine with us here at Meadowbeck we very much hope that anyone feeling lonely will join us for a hot meal on Thursdays”.
Meadowbeck 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. Meadowbeck provides nursing care and dementia care from respite breaks to long term stays.