Deliver joy to elderly residents of Bishop's Stortford care home Premier Court Bupa by sending Christmas cards

For many, Christmas is a time of family, joy and celebrationy, but for some it can be a lonely and emotional time, reflecting on lost loved ones.

This is why a Bishop's Stortford care home is appealing to people to bring some festive cheer to its elderly residents by sending them a Christmas card.

Premier Court Bupa Care Home in Thorley Lane East hopes its clients will feel more connected to the community if they receive messages of goodwill.

Premier Court staff want to end the year on a cheerful note. Cards received will be opened by residents and placed around the home for everyone to read and enjoy the messages.

Jane Holly, activities co-ordinator at the home, said: "The tradition of sending and receiving Christmas cards at this time of year is one many of our residents have always enjoyed. It's the best way of spreading Christmas cheer and keeping connected to those near and far. It’s a very special feeling to open a card and to know that someone cares about you and wants to wish you well at this time of the year.

"We do everything we can to ensure residents have a fun-filled Christmas. However, for those who are unable to see their families or who don’t have any relatives, it can be a difficult time. If we can get enough cards so that each resident has the joy of opening something during the festive season, that would be really special.

"The Bishop’s Stortford community has really come together this year so we’re hoping the same spirit can help rally lots of Christmas cheer. In these unprecedented times, a show of community support like this would really boost everyone’s spirits in the home and make it an even merrier Christmas."

You can post a card to: Premier Court Bupa Care Home, Thorley Lane East, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire CM23 4BH.