On Thursday 6th August from 11am–4pm, Care UK’s Scarlet House in Ebley will open its doors to families and neighbours for a free food festival, inviting guests to tuck in and enjoy the nation’s shared love of great cuisine, community and connection.   With the Westward Road home celebrating 12 years of Scarlet House, visitors can look forward to a party like no other. There will be a sumptuous barbecue specially prepared by the home’s chefs, party games and a bouncy castle for families to enjoy and live music throughout the afternoon.   The event is part of the ‘A Taste of Home’ initiative, which will see Care UK homes across the country host foodie-themed celebrations and showcase what life in a care home is really like.   Each festival will offer sustainable, community-focused activities while championing the diversity and creativity within the homes, from residents’ favourite recipes to seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients.   Adrian Boldog, Home Manager at Scarlet House, said: “We’re delighted to be hosting our very own food festival to mark 12 years of providing expert care.   “We are part of a strong community here in Stroud, and days like this are a wonderful way of bringing people together to celebrate our love of food while giving residents the opportunity to share their favourite recipes and traditions with younger generations.   “The day not only promises a lot of laughter, but it is also an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through the doors.”   To find out more about A Taste of Home, please visit careuk.com/a-taste-of-home.   Scarlet House is a state-of-the-art care home that provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. The care home incorporates plenty of space for leisure activities and hobbies and includes its own cinema, hair and beauty salon and pub.   For more information on Scarlet House and to book your place at the event, please call Customer Relations Manager David Harvey on 01453 358 395, email david.harvey@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/scarlet-house.