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Hyde care home invites community to honour VE Day
A Hyde care home is opening its doors to the community to mark 80 years since the end of World War II.
On Thursday 8th May, from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Riverside, on Manchester Road, is welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed garden party.
VE Day was celebrated on 8th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.
At Riverside, the team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative event, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of a buffet of delicious food, entertainment, and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.
Tinumole Thomas, Deputy Manager at Riverside, said: “We’re passionate about building and maintaining relationships within our community here at Riverside, so we’re pleased to be opening our doors to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day for a special day of sharing memories and a fabulous garden party.
“Reminiscence activities are a great way for older people, especially those living with dementia, to connect with those around them and help maintain a sense of identity. In the run up to the day, residents have been sharing their own stories and it’s been inspiring to hear everyone’s experiences and memories from wartime Britian.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming our friends and neighbours into Riverside for a day to remember.”
On Thursday 8th May, from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Riverside, on Manchester Road, is welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed garden party.
VE Day was celebrated on 8th May 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties.
At Riverside, the team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative event, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of a buffet of delicious food, entertainment, and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.
Tinumole Thomas, Deputy Manager at Riverside, said: “We’re passionate about building and maintaining relationships within our community here at Riverside, so we’re pleased to be opening our doors to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day for a special day of sharing memories and a fabulous garden party.
“Reminiscence activities are a great way for older people, especially those living with dementia, to connect with those around them and help maintain a sense of identity. In the run up to the day, residents have been sharing their own stories and it’s been inspiring to hear everyone’s experiences and memories from wartime Britian.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming our friends and neighbours into Riverside for a day to remember.”
Thursday 8 May
Manchester Rd, Hyde SK14 2DE, Cheshire SK9 2JH
2pm-4pm
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