Larchwood Care

Female residents of Avonbridge Care Home in Hamilton were joined by Christina McKelvie MSP as part of International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations, taking the opportunity to talk about how the lives and freedoms of women have evolved over the decades.

The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day was 'Inspire Inclusion’ which underscores the care home's dedication to promoting diversity and equality within its community.

Dressed in purple, the colour that represents IWD, the Member of Scottish Parliament for Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse chatted with residents over tea and cake in a room decorated in purple bunting, and adorned with pictures of inspirational women from various backgrounds, from suffragette movement figurehead Emile Pankhurst to climate change activist Greta Thurnberg.

Christina McKelvie MSP remarked, "This International Women's Day, as we collectively embrace the theme of 'Inspire Inclusion,' it is paramount that we reflect on the important progress that has been made over the lifetimes of the women I have spoken to at Avonbridge Care Home. They have seen significant improvements during their lives in terms of equality and prospects, but there is much more to be done - both here in Scotland and across the world – to better the lives of women.

“It’s been amazing to hear their stories about the issues they faced over the decades, and how they’ve worked to overcome them. It’s also heartwarming to hear the hope they have for their granddaughters and great granddaughters’ futures, who have more opportunities than they did in their youth, but still face many of the same challenges.”

Emma Duffy, manager at Avonbridge Care Home, said: "It was wonderful to welcome Christina to the home to share International Women’s Day with our residents. Hearing about their expectations of them, and the limited opportunities that were available to them, when they were younger puts it into perspective how far we’ve come.

“Hearing about our residents’ lives is always inspirational. Having a prompt to talk about their history before coming to Avonbridge always brings up some fascinating anecdotes, which leave me in awe.”

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Notes to editors:

Larchwood Care has an extensive range of care homes, with an excellent reputation, in England and Scotland.

All of the facilities are set up to support a comfortable lifestyle while making the most of a skilled care team with an approach that is homely and charming, while also being modern and efficient.

Larchwood Care Homes is managed by Healthcare Management Solutions, one of the leading providers of care in the UK.

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