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Jacksons Lane throws open its doors on Christmas Day to provide lunch with all the trimmings, gifts, and a full day ofentertainment to over 200 elderly and disabled people who would otherwise be spending the day alone. We work to ensure the most vulnerable in our community have a special Christmas.
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Situation
The pandemic has had a huge impact on older adults, leaving them at increased risk of loneliness. Research shows that in the UK, more than half of old people aged 75+ live alone, and Christmas can feel particularly isolating. With another potential spike in infections in the winter Christmas 2021 will be a vital time for community to come together and support each other. Therefore, we aim to give as many people as possible who would otherwise be alone, the chance to spend Christmas with others.
Solution
Supported by an army of dedicated volunteers, we will offer a unique event to reach hundreds of older adults across North London on Christmas Day, with food, presents, circus, music and online sessions live streamed. We will offer a combination of our traditional sit-down lunch in our building, along with a Christmas meal delivery service run from a local community space. This way we will be able to meet the growing demand and provide support, company and warm food on such an emotional day.
