A carer from Knaresborough has been overwhelmed with donations after calling on the local community to send photographs of the town in an effort to boost the morale of care home residents.
After being stuck inside for months some of the residents at The Manor House care home were feeling low. Carer, Alison Morgan, set out to ask local people to send their own photos to display around the home.
At first Alison was hoping for three canvases, one to hang on each floor of the home. So far she has been sent four canvases, one framed image and multiple digital images.
One of the donated canvas by Shirley Holden.
Alison said she has been overwhelmed by the response. She said:
“It all came from hearing some of the residents worrying they may never see the autumn colours or the viaduct again and it really hit me. The residents and staff feel like its never going to end, this will give them a boost.
“It’s been amazing. I’ve even had emails from people just sending their love to staff and residents.”
The hope is for all the pictures to be displayed in a social area for residents to look at before they’re placed throughout the home.
Another donated canvas by Paul Birtwhistle. Doreen and Amy Hodgson from the Old Station Cafe in Knaresborough contributed to the printing costs.
Alison hopes the effort can continue and the home can have more local photographers or amateur enthusiasts send some of their work as residents prepare for a “difficult” Christmas.
As a result of the project, Alison has been introduced to several members of the community wanting to continue to help the care home.
They are beginning to make plans for next year, if restrictions allow, including events such as a Spring fair and an outdoor concert for residents to enjoy.
To donate a canvas or send digital prints to the care home call 01423 797555.
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