Care UK’s Colne View, on Dame Mary Walk, has teamed up with Kinder Essex Braintree to launch Crafty Nanas – a relaxed, social crafting session where residents and local people can get creative over a cuppa. Led by Kinder Essex Coach Jayne Laken, the group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10.30am-12 noon, with the next meeting taking place on Tuesday 22nd April.All the materials – and plenty of tea and biscuits – are provided.
The first session saw the group creating adorable knitted bunnies in time for Easter. Future sessions will cover everything from cross-stitch and paper crafts to painting and knitting, making it the perfect opportunity to pick up a new hobby or share skills with others.
74-year-old resident Linda Saunders said:“I enjoy meeting new people and making conversation. This is a great way for me to do this as well as bringing back the hobbies I used to have.”
Kim Richardson, Senior Customer Relations Manager at Colne View, said: “Crafty Nanas is a great way for people to come together, try something new, or enjoy a favourite hobby in a friendly setting. Creativity is a fantastic way to relax, socialise, and share skills, and these sessions give everyone the chance to do just that.
“Whether you’ve been crafting for years or just want to have a go, everyone is welcome to join in, meet new people, and enjoy a relaxed morning with plenty of tea and conversation.”
Colne View is a purpose-built care home designed to deliver the very best standards of care, and to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives. The home offers full-time residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term respite care, and incorporates luxury facilities, including its own cinema, café and hair and beauty salon.
To find out more about Colne View, or to book a place on the next Crafty Nanas session, please contact Senior Customer Relations Manager Kim Richardson on 01787 389474, or email kim.richardson@careuk.com
Alternatively, visit careuk.com/colne-view