Residents of a Lymington dementia care home welcomed a Remembrance visit by school children and members of the town’s Royal British Legion (RBL).
Together, the hosts at Colten Care’s Linden House and their uniformed visitors, including eleven pupils from Lymington Infant School, held a special service to honour all those who served and gave sacrifice in war.
Residents and children looked on as RBL representatives ‘raised the standard’, flying the Legion flag alongside the Union Jack, and held a minute’s silence.
There was also an opportunity to speak with the RBL visitors and children, creating a multi-generational experience for those residents present. One, Megan Atkinson, was the centre of attention as she posed for a photo.
Sian Harris, Companionship Team Leader at the home, said: “It is rare for the RBL to come out and stage such a personalised Remembrance service. We sincerely thank them.
“Some of our residents may have been unable to attend external services so hosting an event such as this in the home is ideal.
“It created a meaningful and accessible opportunity to honour those who have served. It really was a lovely visit and a multi-generational experience for our residents.”
