Braemar Lodge Home Manager Jackie Cash, far left, at Salisbury Hospital’s accident and emergency department handing out treats from residents and colleagues at the Colten Care home. Picture: Colten Care — Braemar Lodge Home Manager Jackie Cash, far left, at Salisbury Hospital’s accident and emergency department handing out treats from residents and colleagues at the Colten Care home.

Salisbury care home shows heartfelt gratitude to emergency service ‘heroes’

Jamie JonesSeptember 17, 20260 Comment0

THANKS were paid to the emergency services during a series of special events at care homes across Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and beyond.

Residents and staff at Colten Care homes took part in open days, visits and other activities to show support for the work of the NHS and emergency services in their communities to mark the annual Emergency Services Day, also known as 999 Day, .

In Salisbury, staff and residents at Braemar Lodge handed out cookies and cards at the city hospital’s accident and emergency department, as well as at ambulance and fire stations.

They also showed gratitude to the armed services with a thank-you visit to the Royal Military Police in Bulford.

Visitors included home manager Jackie Cash and companionship team leader Graham Ballard, both military veterans themselves.

Braemar Lodge Home Manager Jackie Cash and Companionship Team Leader Graham Ballard, left, on their thank-you visit to the Royal Military Police in Bulford, Wiltshire. Receivng the boxes of homemade cupcakes are Lieutenant Tom Flanaghan and Staff Sergeant Stew Davies.

Emergency services appreciation

Elaine Farrer, Colten Care’s chief operating officer, said: “Our residents and colleagues are always keen to show their appreciation for the emergency services because they understand just how much these dedicated people do to keep our communities safe.

“Many of our residents have had personal experiences of the NHS and emergency services over the years, while our care home teams work closely with them when support is needed.

“These visits are a small but heartfelt way of saying thank you for everything these heroes do, and for the kindness and reassurance they so often bring when people need it most.”

Emergency Services Day aims to educate the public about how ‘blue light’ responders operate and to promote responsible contact from those who request their help.