Around Christmas time, small acts of kindness often come together to make a meaningful difference. At Frome Nursing Home in Somserset, that sense of purpose was felt in the days leading up to the big day, as the team and visiting relatives collected donations with one shared goal to help local people who may be finding things a little tougher at this time of year.
Those donations were recently collected by Nigel, a volunteer from Fair Frome Food Bank, who visited the Frome Nursing Home to pick up the generously filled boxes. Contributions came from across the home, with team members and families keen to support others in the community during the busy winter period.
The collection consisted of a thoughtful mix of everyday food items, toiletries and a few festive treats. Each donation will now go back into the local community, helping Fair Frome Food Bank continue its vital work supporting individuals and families who need a little extra help, particularly over the colder months.
Around Christmas, small acts add up. This year, the team and visiting relatives came together to collect donations for Fair Frome Food Bank. It was a simple thing to do, but one that reflects how closely connected we are to our local community, especially at a time when extra support can really matter.
The collection was organised by Jacqui, the home’s receptionist, who has a long-standing connection to this kind of work. Before joining Frome Nursing Home, Jacqui spent many years working with children and families in children’s services and saw first-hand the level of need that exists, especially around Christmas time.
“It’s something that’s very close to my heart,” Jacqui said. “I’ve seen how much of a difference food banks make and how hard the volunteer’s work. With my retirement coming up in January, it felt important to make sure we did this collection again this year.”
Nigel was keen to pass on his thanks during the visit. He remembered the home from last year’s collection and asked for his appreciation to be shared with everyone who had donated, recognising the continued support shown by Frome Nursing Home.
Moments like this reflect how the home stays connected to the wider community, through simple, practical acts that mirror everyday life. Bringing people together to support others helps keep those community ties strong, reminding everyone that living or working at Frome Nursing Home remains part of the life of the town.
With Jacqui due to retire on 23rd January, this year’s Christmas collection held particular meaning, marking a personal and important final contribution to a cause she cares deeply about.
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