Stirring tea-drinkers into action

BUPA Care Homes want to stir tea drinkers into action and support a campaign which helps tackle the problems of isolation and loneliness among millions of pensioners in Britain.
By The Newsroom
Published 13th Apr 2010, 17:30 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2018, 20:10 BST

Bupa Care Home's 'Communi-tea Week' is a national initiative supporting older people, who may be struggling on their own, by providing a friendly face and reaching out to them over a cup of tea.

Throughout the week, from Monday 19th April, older people across the country are invited to join hundreds of tea-related events, from tea dances to afternoon tea parties, taking place in Bupa care homes.

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Local communities are also encouraged to host tea parties and invite someone who lives alone, whether it is a neighbour or a friend, and hope as many people as possible will support Communi-tea Week by raising their mugs in support of this worthy cause.

Bupa's Community Affairs Manager Siobhan Drane said:

"This is a great opportunity to combat loneliness among older people and make a real difference to those in need of company."

Communi-tea events to be held in Bexhill include an invitation from Ancaster Court, 24, Hastings Road on 21st April, 2.30-4pm.

Entertainment, provided by Pianist Andy Robertson, will be followed by afternoon tea. Call (01424) 213532 for more details.

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Grosvenor Park, 26, Brookfield Road, are holding a number of events throughout the week.

On Wednesday 21st there is a Cancer Research coffee morning where a selection of home-made cakes will also be available to purchase.

Double celebrations for St Georges day on Friday 23rd April commence at 12noon, raising funds for Parkinsons UK charity.

Between 2-3pm Bill and Louise provide sing-along and dancing entertainment followed by afternoon tea.

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Manager Heather Pearson has also extended an invitation to anyone who would like to pop in for a cuppa on any day throughout the Communi-tea week 10am-4pm.

Transport can be arranged for those in need.

For further information call (01424) 213535.

All are welcome and entrance is free to all events.

Over 3.7 million pensioners in Britain currently live alone and by 2033 the number of people aged 85 and above is expected to more than double from 1.6 million to 3.2 million.

For further information and ideas on hosting an event, call 0845 600 4622 or email [email protected]

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