RESIDENTS and staff at Ribble Court near Preston have launched their first Culture Month aimed at bringing global traditions to life within the home.
Social activities coordinator Abbi Street said: “In addition to the traditional Christian events, we always make space to recognise other cultural events such as Chinese New Year, Diwali, and Eid.
“The residents enjoy celebrating these events, and it gives them the opportunity to learn about and respect different traditions.
“We were inspired by their interest, so we thought, why not dedicate a whole month to celebrating diverse cultures from across the globe?”
Each week of Culture Month will highlight a different culture ranging from Indian, African, British and Spanish. Different cuisines, fashions, music and more will be explored.
The month kicked off with a focus on India. Residents sampled Indian cuisine and learned more about the colourful world of Indian fashion. It represented an exciting way to introduce residents to the vibrant culture of the subcontinent.
Throughout the month, Ribble Court, which is part of Sandstone Care will also keep a special focus on Ramadan and Eid, as these significant cultural events happen in March.
Home manager Dawn Fawthrop added: “Ramadan and Eid are hugely important cultural occasions for millions, and many of our staff celebrate them.
“We want to ensure that we create a space where everyone, regardless of their faith or background, can come together and share in the celebrations.”