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Connaught garden party helps grant residents' wishes

The New Connaught Care Home's first ever garden party raised more than £1,400 to go towards a residents' 'wish list'.

More than 200 people enjoyed the fete which was held in the grounds of the home, and bathed in sunshine and warm goodwill.

Residents donated bric-a-brac, manned stalls and decorated the area with pots of plants. Relatives and supporters donated raffle prizes, performed live music and baked a cornucopia of cakes. A barbecue quickly had queues forming.

The proceeds will go towards a wish list drawn up by residents when the idea for the fund raiser was first mooted months ago.

Neither the Connaught nor the Jubilee has ever staged a fundraising event before.

Manager Emma Gershon said: "Then I came here three months ago and brought up the idea of a fund raiser I asked residents what would be on their wish list of things to buy.

"They said they would like materials for arts and craft activities, like card-making and they would like to go on an outing, like a boat-ride or a meal out together.

"Also on the list was having more done to the garden and for the sun lounge in the Jubilee to be revamped. I've a feeling that list is going to get longer!" More fund-raising activities are being planned for Christmas.

Ms Gershon thanked everyone who had supported the event, and extended particular gratitude to Claire Cotton at Greenfingers for work on the garden.

Ms Gershon added: "I have never ever known generosity, support and community spirit like I've witnessed on Alderney and it completely warms my heart. I feel very privileged to be part of the community here."

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