Residents and colleagues from HC-One’s Dove Court Care Home in Burnley, Lancashire, came together on Remembrance Sunday to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
Residents Margaret Phenix and Stephen Beardswood were escorted by Dove Court colleagues to Burnley Town Cenotaph, where they joined the local community for the annual parade and remembrance service. The event was well attended, with people from all walks of life pausing to observe the two-minute silence and pay their respects.
Margaret, a proud RAF veteran who will soon be celebrating her 100th birthday, will be celebrating her milestone celebration at Dove Court in style. During the event, Margaret met with many community leaders, including the Bishop of Burnley, Reverend Dr. Joe Kennedy, with whom she enjoyed a heartfelt conversation.
After the service, Dove Court residents placed handmade wreaths at the foot of the cenotaph in memory of the fallen.
Margaret Phenix, resident at HC-One’s Dove Court Care Home, commented:
“It brought back a lot of memories from when I used to come and visit the memorial.”
Lauren Kelly, Wellbeing Coordinator at Dove Court Care Home, said:
“It was a lovely service, so well attended, and we were pleased to give our residents the opportunity to pay their respects. We’re very thankful to all the dignitaries who came to wish Margaret well and took the time to hear her story.”
Dove Court Care Home, part of HC-One, is committed to providing kind care for older people, supporting residents to stay connected with their local community and take part in meaningful events such as Remembrance Sunday.
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