HC-One’s Greenacres Care Home, in Meltham, celebrated a triumphant second place at the village’s annual Scarecrow Festival, with this year’s theme honouring VE Day.
Led by the creative vision of Nicola Parker, Greenacres Domestic Assistant, alongside residents and colleagues, crafted an inspiring display of four scarecrows. The scarecrows depicted a reunited family of mum, dad, and two children, symbolising the joy of families coming together after VE Day.
The festival’s route through Meltham showcased an array of imaginative entries, and Greenacres’ residents and colleagues joined the community to admire the displays. Among them was resident Freda Ibberson, who turned the walk into a heartfelt journey down memory lane.
Born in Meltham and a resident until age five, Freda shared vivid childhood memories, guiding Greenacres colleagues Jackie and Jean to the places where she was born and visited her grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
Claire Wilson, HC-One’s Greenacres Care Home Lifestyle Manager, said:
“We’re thrilled to have achieved second place in this year’s Scarecrow Festival. Nicola’s creativity and the enthusiasm of our residents and staff truly brought the VE Day theme to life.
“Seeing Freda share her memories with such joy as we explored the village was a beautiful reminder of how events like these connect us to our community and its history.”
For more information about Greenacres Care Home and its community initiatives, please visit Greenacres - Care Home in, Meltham, Huddersfield | HC One or contact 01484 855 390/email [email protected].
Greenacres is a purpose-built luxury residential and dementia care home operated by HC-One. With 64 ensuite bedrooms, Greenacres provides person-centred care and varied activities programme. Greenacres is proud to be rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission.