Care homes across the Trust have embraced Pride month this June. Residents and employees took part in a range of events to support the annual celebration of LGBTQ+ communities.

At Goodson Lodge in Trowbridge the home ran a series of fun-filled Pride-themed activities which included Drag Bingo hosted by Miss Lucy Luscious Lips, an evening full of colour, glamour and glitter. Residents also enjoyed baking and knitting using rainbow colours as well as flower arranging, thanks to local florist Moonraker and Rose.

Goodson Lodge also held a coffee morning with Trowbridge Pride where residents and employees talked about inclusiveness and diversity before trying out some carnival skills with Clare's Circus.

Activities Coordinator Alex Damon said: “We all had a fantastic time during Pride. We took the opportunity to celebrate who we are as individuals and what we want to be in 2023!”

At Coombe End Court in Marlborough residents took the opportunity to wear Pride colours to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community. They were even joined by their resident cat, Henry.

Avonbourne Care Centre in Old Sarum decorated their home with Pride colours and organised Pride-themed entertainment with Chico, a regular singer at the home.

At Skirbeck Court in Boston residents completed ‘I am proud’ posters to share what they are proud of. They also enjoyed joyful entertainment from singer Nicky Dawson and enjoyed Pride-themed cakes and fruit salad.

Other homes ran their own Pride-themed events. Follow your local OSJCT home on Facebook to see photos and details of activities