At one of the Club’s July meetings, members enjoyed an interesting and informative talk about the work of the Strode Park Foundation, presented by Louise Topping the Fundraising, Communications & Events Manager for the Foundation and Claire Dante the Registered Manager for Lady Dane Farmhouse, the Foundation’s residential home in Faversham.
Next year the charitable Foundation will celebrate its 80th anniversary, having been founded in 1946 with the aim of providing permanent homes for young adults with physical disabilities, at the same time offering meaningful occupation, independence and opportunities.
The mission remains the same today, supporting 165 residents with wide-ranging needs in four care homes across Kent.
Lady Dane Farmhouse is home to 14 residents whose ages range from 24 to 65 years and who have a range of physical and learning disabilities, including some residents who are non-verbal. The home encourages people to live as independently as possible and provides a sensory room, an activities room and an outdoor area. Residents’ families also receive the support they need as well.
Claire and the residents and staff team have some great ideas for transforming the outdoor space with wheelchair-accessible planters and a calming sensory garden that will promote well-being for all the residents.
To find out more about the Strode Park Foundation and Lady Dane Farmhouse, or how you can help with fund-raising or volunteering please visit www.strodepark.org.uk