Residents embark on five day global culture tour
From Ukraine to Uganda, residents at Abbeyfield House, New Malden, were introduced to a range of food and traditions as part of their Culture Week.
The initiative was created by activities coordinator Jay Ward, to celebrate the diverse staff team from 15 different countries.
11 nations were ‘visited’ over the five days – Ghana, Jamaica and Ukraine on day one; England, Romania and India on day two; the Philippines, Singapore and China on day three; Uganda and Portugal on day four; and the final day was dedicated to celebrating the identities and national pride of all the staff.
The week touched upon the culture and heritage of each country, with each member of staff able to share their unique perspective.
Carlos, who is a maintenance operative at the home, said, “Life in the UK has brought many changes and opportunities, but Portugal will always be a part of me.
“It’s in the rhythm of my memories, in the taste of a dish that reminds me of home, and in the quiet longing for a slower, sunnier pace of life.”
Set in the charming historical suburb of New Malden, South West London, Abbeyfield House is a dedicated residential care home offering exceptional and personalised support, including specialised early-stage dementia care. Residents enjoy spacious, en-suite rooms they can personalise, delicious meals, beautiful sensory gardens, and a calming sensory room. The home also provides flexible respite care packages, focusing on comfort, wellbeing, and building social connections within a welcoming community.
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