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Hi everyone,
Well Summer certainly arrived at last – Perhaps even a little too hot for some and a bit too dry for others – but definitely the weather for fetes and outdoor events. And so, it was for our Annual Garden Party – A wonderful event in a glorious setting hosted by Lyn and Mike at the Limes. A coming together as friends and families to celebrate another year in which the Project continued to fulfil its vision – A vision of providing the sort of care and support that can really make a difference for local families living with the impact of dementia on their lives. A huge thank you goes to all who have made it possible.
August brings another traditional summer event – The “Day Trip to Felixstowe Hut” – Beach, Sea View, Paddling, Ice Cream, Fish and Chips – What more could one ask for? All down to Joy Walton’s amazing organising and her team of volunteers and drivers. A huge thank you goes to all who have made it possible.
Living in Suffolk we all know that the “Village Fete” is the highlight of the year – A “must do” event when rural communities spend an afternoon meeting their friends, playing silly games, and cheering on their children. In the Project, although we are there for anyone, not only in Debenham, but also in all of the surrounding area – From Grundisburgh in the South, to Thorndon to the North, From Earl Soham in the East, and to Stonham Aspal in the West – we know that there are many families living with dementia beyond the “Debenham Boundary” who do not know of the help we can offer. Which is why Carol Garrett and Sally Holmes have organised volunteers to staff stalls at as many local fetes as possible just to give the message “Talk to us, we are here to help”. A huge thank you goes to all who have made it possible.
Finally, thank you to all who attended Carol Wood’s memorial service. We loved her dearly and hold her family in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynden
Visit to The Hut, Felixstowe 2024
Sunday afternoon at the seaside ,sunshine, fish and chips, strawberries and ice cream, beverages galore! What more could you ask for ?
Oh, yes, a rickshaw ride along the prom with Ian of Suffolk Rickshaws ,and new this year ,sharing songs together from the songbook ,lead by our very own ,Karen ,who also arranged our flowers.
Debenham Project lunch club and friends travelled to Felixstowe on Sunday 18th August , and we had a fabulous day!
A very big thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and company, everyone who joined us and enjoyed the day and to everyone who has kindly made a donation to the Debenham Project .
Joy Walton, Food and Friends Lunch Club, Debenham Project
