On Saturday 8th August from 11am–2.30pm, Care UK’s Mills Meadow will open its doors to families and neighbours for a free food festival, inviting guests to tuck in and celebrate the nation’s shared love of great cuisine, community and connection. 

Visitors to the Fore Street home can look forward to tasting a variety of cuisines, chosen based on the residents’ and team members’ heritages. Some will even come adorned in traditional dress as they share their favourite dishes from their culture. 

There will also be a light shone on sustainability, with guests shown how thoughtful food choices can support a more environmentally aware community. 

Resident Penny Hicks said: “I’m looking forward to having a curry – this is my favourite dish as I lived in India for many years.” 

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. 

Julie Wallace, Home Manager at Mills Meadow, said: “We’re delighted to be hosting our very own food festival! 

“We are part of a strong community here in Framlingham, 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 afternoon 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. 

Mills Meadow is a modern care home providing full-time residential and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. The team also operates a day centre, which is open to the community throughout the week. Designed to enable residents to lead active and fulfilling lives, the home has its own cinema, café and hair and beauty salon, and there is plenty of space – both indoors and out – for relaxation and recreation. 

For more information on Mills Meadow and to book your place at the event, please call Customer Relations Manager Angela Hodge on 01728 885565, email angela.hodge@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/mills-meadow.