Teenagers from the National Citizen Service have been rolling up their sleeves to support a Harrow care home this summer.
The group of young people aged 15-17 have been visiting the team at Rowanweald Residential Care Home, on Weald Lane, as part of a national programme where young people learn to make a difference in their community.
Making their mark, the budding helpers added a spot of colour to the home’s grounds by transforming the gardens into a sensory delight for residents to enjoy, including those living with dementia.
The young gardening enthusiasts – who designed the garden and raised funds to transform it themselves – revamped existing garden furniture, planted flowers, and added wind spinners and wind chimes.
Sharing her gratitude, 88-year-old Margaret Ryan said: “The students were so lovely – they did such a good job.”
Fellow resident Betty Samuels, 90, agreed: “I love our new sensory garden. The flowers are beautiful.”
Following all the hard work, the team at the Weald Lane home hosted a Dementia Friends session, so the young adults could boost their understanding of dementia.
Care home manager Noreen Adedeji said: “We are so delighted with our new sensory garden, the team worked so hard on the project and our residents are genuinely thrilled with the results.”
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