On Thursday 8th May, from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Caledonian Court, on Victoria Road, is welcoming local people to honour the 80th anniversary of VE Day with its very own 1940s-themed garden party. 

VE Day was celebratedon 8thMay 1945, after Prime Minister Winston Churchill made an announcement on the radio that the war in Europe had come to an end. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the country, with many taking to the streets for spontaneous parties. 

At Caledonian Court, the team has been hard at work organising their own special commemorative event, which will see residents and guests enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, delicious food and dancing as they embrace the spirit of the 1940s.  

To mark the 80th anniversary, Caledonian Court will be putting on a tasty buffet for visitors and residents to enjoy as well as live entertainment.  

Resident Mary Bow aged 10, said: “It is lovely to remember this day and great to see everyone celebrating.”  

Jim Loudon, Home Manager at Caledonian Court, said: ““We’re passionate about building andmaintaining relationships within our community here at Caledonian Court, so we’re pleased tobe opening our doors to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day for a special day of sharingmemories and enjoying entertainment at our fabulous garden party. 

“Reminiscence activities are a great way for older people, especially those living with 

dementia, to connect with those around them and help maintain a sense of identity. In the 

run up to the day, residents have been sharing their own stories and it’s been inspiring to 

hear everyone’s experiences and memories from wartime Britain. 

“We’re looking forward to welcoming our friends and neighbours into Caledonian Court for a dayto remember.”  

Caledonian Court has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care, and to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives. The home offers a range of services including residential care, nursing care, dementia care, nursing dementia care, end of life care and respite care. 

For more information aboutCaledonian Court, please contactHome Manager Jim Loudon on01324 238 214, or email jim.loudon@careuk.com  

To find out more, visit careuk.com/caledonian-court