PORTHAVEN Care Homes’ two Oxfordshire facilities came together to host a county-wide food drive to support families in need and strengthen community ties ahead of the winter months.
In the build-up to World Food Day, Penhurst Gardens in Chipping Norton and Cotswold Gate in Burford invited residents, team members, families and members of their local communities to donate non-perishable food items and household essentials to collection boxes at both homes.
Lynne Elliott, home manager at Penhurst Gardens, said: “Our residents were really enthusiastic about being involved in the World Food Day food drive.
“It’s been heartwarming to see the whole community, not just in Chipping Norton but wider Oxfordshire, pull together to support others in need. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a huge difference.”
Together they supported three local food banks – Chipping Norton Food Bank, Witney Food Bank and Carterton Food Bank – helping to deliver much-needed supplies and support to those struggling with the rising cost of living.
Clarissa Ellis, peripatetic home manager at Cotswold Gate, added: “It’s been so inspiring to see how our residents, staff and the local community have rallied together for such an important cause.
“The sense of teamwork and compassion has been incredible, and it’s a wonderful example of how small acts of kindness can have a big impact.”