Volunteers rally round in support of MHA Hall Grange and raise more than £350 from Christmas fair

MHA Hall Grange organised its first community event after lockdown and raised more than £350.

The Croydon based home organised a Christmas fair and were supported by their volunteers who helped in making sure the event ran smoothly.

The home offers residential and dementia care for up to 86 older people and has plenty of fundraising methods including a cake sale, a raffle and book sale to help bump up the figure.

The final amount raised was £350.05 and will be used towards the homes amenity fund, which is used for activities and trips for residents.

Jade McMillan, activity coordinator said: “The Christmas fair was the first event we organised since the pandemic.

“Prior to the pandemic we used to have regular volunteers who would come in and spend time with residents, but unfortunately this had to stop for obvious reasons.

“The residents really enjoyed seeing the volunteers again, as well as family and friends who attended.

“They got stuck and helped me make the Christmas decorations and were on hand to help in selling Christmas cards, canvas bags and other items.

“It was nice to see so many family members visit in one go and it's something we have missed here at MHA Hall Grange.

“We had some great donations from attendees, and they were gratefully accepted.

“It was a real community event and one we are proud to have hosted.”