Residents at an Arnold care home were joined by special guests as they attended their first Talkin Tables session last week.
The friendly gathering is aimed at tackling loneliness and bringing people together.
The event was attended by Michael Payne MP, Member of Parliament for Gedling, and the Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Kyle Robinson-Payne for Gedling Borough Council and special visitors from Meow & Furever, the local cat rescue charity.
Guests were treated to a delightful selection of cakes, sandwiches, and tea, served in the home’s Tea Room on vintage-style crockery. Everyone who attended also received a gift bag as a token of the occasion.
Talkin Tables is a friendly, weekly get-together designed to brighten the week, encourage conversation, and forge new friendships. The sessions will continue every Thursday at 3pm at Coppice Lodge, offering residents and members of the local community a relaxed space to enjoy a cuppa, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company.
Angela Allen, front of house manager at Coppice Lodge Care Home said: “Whether you come for the company, the chat, or just a smile, you’ll always find a seat at our table. We’re thrilled to launch Talkin Tables in Arnold and look forward to welcoming more friends every week.”
Mayor of Gedling, Councillor Kyle Robinson-Payne for Gedling Borough Council, said: “It was a real pleasure to attend Coppice Lodge Care Home’s Talkin’ Tables event. The initiative is such a wonderful way to bring people together to tackle social isolation. The staff were, as always, fantastic and it was lovely to catch up with residents over tea and cake.
