Community Comes Together for Dementia Friendly Carol Service in Sunbury
A Dementia Friendly Carol Service held at St Mary’s Church in Sunbury recently brought residents, families and organisations together for a heart-warming afternoon of music, reflection and festive togetherness.
Organised by Dementia Friendly Spelthorne, the service was designed to be inclusive and welcoming for people living with dementia and their loved ones. The event was supported by local professionals and community members, including Kirsty Ford, Admissions Manager at The Burlington by Boutique Care Homes in Shepperton, who is also a founding member of Dementia Friendly Spelthorne.
The service featured gentle, familiar carols and thoughtfully chosen readings, creating a calm and reassuring atmosphere for attendees. One of the highlights of the afternoon was a moving performance by the Spelthorne Dementia Support Choir, whose uplifting voices filled the church and were warmly received by everyone present.
Admissions Manager Kirsty Ford said the service perfectly captured the spirit of the Dementia Friendly Spelthorne initiative, “Events like this are so important. They bring people together in a way that feels safe, meaningful and joyful for those living with dementia and their families, especially at Christmas.”
Dementia Friendly Spelthorne works to improve awareness, understanding and inclusion for people affected by dementia across the borough, encouraging local businesses, organisations and community spaces to become more dementia inclusive.
The Burlington by Boutique Care Homes is proud to support initiatives that strengthen community connections and enhance quality of life for those living with dementia, both within care settings and beyond. The Dementia Friendly Carol Service was a timely reminder of the power of community, compassion and music in creating moments of comfort and joy during the festive season.