Chichester care home seeks pen pals as part of Postcards of Kindness initiative to combat loneliness
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Marriott House and Lodge is looking for people of all ages to send in a simple letter, short story, poem or even a photo or drawing to brighten someone’s day.
The residents will then reply as part of the home’s social activity sessions.
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Hide AdThe aim is to help individuals in the home and the community feel connected at a time when social isolation is likely to increase.
The Postcards of Kindness initiative launched in 2018 asking people to write and send postcards to residents of care homes.
Anyone who wants to take part can send their post to Marriott House and Lodge Pen Pal Initiative, Tollhouse Close, Chichester, PO19 1SG, or email [email protected]