Residents at Ivy Court Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, were given a special place to reflect and remember through a thoughtful Remembrance display in the home’s courtyard.
A beautiful Remembrance display was created in the home’s courtyard, giving Ivy Court residents the opportunity to spend time there and observe the two-minute silence. The display provided a peaceful space for everyone to pause, reflect and honour those who served and sacrificed during wartime.
To make the tribute even more personal, Ivy Court residents’ families were invited to share photographs of loved ones from the war. These photographs were then included in a commemorative wreath, allowing residents to see familiar faces and reflect on their own family histories.
One of the most moving moments was watching Ivy Court residents stand and admire their own family photographs displayed on the wreaths. The display also received lovely feedback from the local GP practice and families, who described it as amazing and said they would expect nothing less from the home.
Ivy Court Maintenance Operative, Andy, has made the special Remembrance tribute an annual tradition at Ivy Court. Last year, he helped to create a display featuring 70 poppies to represent the home’s 70 residents, which attracted widespread attention online.
At Ivy Court Care Home, marking Remembrance Day gives residents the opportunity to reflect on history, remember loved ones and honour those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Creating personal tributes that include residents’ own family memories makes these moments especially meaningful and helps keep their stories alive.
