Remembering those we’ve lost – Hargrave House care home memorial service

It’s always with huge sadness that care homes say goodbye to residents who have passed away. This year, for the first time, Hargrave House care home in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, marked the passing of those they have lost in the past twelve months with a service of remembrance.

Care home manager, Shelley Sidhu, said: “We invited families back to the home to plant daffodil bulbs in our remembrance garden, and the Hargrave House team joined them for a moment of reflection.

“As a care team, we have to carry on through heartache, but we continue to give back to our residents and their families. Caring for our residents is not just a job – it’s a labour of love. We cherish every moment and every hug.”

Families and friends who attended were deeply touched by the thought that went into creating the event, which was organised by Devine Crane, deputy manager at Hargrave House.

Sharon said: “Thank you once again for a truly heartfelt memorial service. It was a wonderful day despite the rain and I will remember it always. Thanks to you and the team for all you continue to do for residents and their families, past and present.”

Angela said: “It was a lovely way to honour their memory.”

Hargrave House is one of nine properties in the AgeCare Care Homes’ portfolio. It offers both long and short-term care for older people, with a specially designed dementia wing.

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