Chichester care home seeking Christmas cards from community to 'show that people are thinking of them’

After a year which has been ‘so hard’, with many residents unable to see their families properly for more than nine months, Marriott House and Lodge said a Christmas card from the community would ‘show them that people are thinking of them’.

Sarah Harding, head of activities said: “A card will bring such a smile to everyone that receives one.

"We now have an indoor visiting suite up and running, this includes a glass screen divider to ensure Covid precautions. This is a step forward but still does not allow touch, in line with government guidelines.

"Up until now all visits have been socially distanced in the garden or through a window on the phone. We have been doing many Skype calls, etc, to help maintain relationships. The staff have worked so hard to help everyone through this very difficult time.”

Among those, who would particularly appreciate a card at Marriott House and Lodge are; Pauline; Joan; Kevin; Muriel; Barbara; Brenda; Annie; Florence; Audrey; Margaret; Ian; Christine; Gordon; Connie; Molly; Betty; Dolores; Connie; Kathleen and Margaret.

Cards can be posted to Tollhouse Close, Chichester, PO19 1SG.

Wellington Grange in Chichester is also encouraging the community to send cards to residents (Broyle Road, Chichester PO19 6ED).

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