On Wednesday 17th June, from 11am–12.30pm, and every third Wednesday of each month, Care UK’s Smyth Lodgeon Frognal Avenue, will be hosting a veterans coffee morning, giving residents and Sidcuplocals a chance to meet others who have served in the Armed Forces. 

On the day, guests will have the opportunity to chat with residents and sharestories of their younger days, all while enjoying delicious hot drinks and cakesspecially made by the home’s talented head chef. 

Smyth Lodge is accredited by the Veteran Friendly Framework – a collaboration between several armed forces charities. To achieve this status, they had to meet eight key standards, including noting Armed Forces status within care plans, addressing social isolation, and signposting to support services, such as their local Royal British Legion branch and other charities that provide support for veterans or their partners.   

Tracey Cheeseman, Home Manager at Smyth Lodge, said:“We’re delighted to be hosting the veteranscoffee morning. 

“It’s incredibly important to us at Smyth Lodge that members of the Armed Forces community feel recognised and appreciated. We’re proud to create a welcoming space where people can share stories, enjoy good company, and connect with others, especially those who may not always have someone to talk to. 

“We’re really looking forward to bringing everyone together to help createnew friendships, and honour the remarkable individuals who have served our country.” 

Smyth Lodge has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care and enable residents to lead active and fulfilling lives. The home provides full-time residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term respite care, and offers luxury facilities including its very own cinema, hair and beauty salon, gym and pub. 

To find out more about Smyth Lodge, please contact Customer Relations Manager Rebecca Marchant on 020 3936 1066, email rebecca.marchant@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/smyth-lodge