Foxholes Care home in Hitchin has hosted a lunch club event for its residents, with MP Bim Afolami paying a visit.
The gathering was designed to foster connections among Foxholes' residents, creating an environment of lively discussion and warm companionship.
With a plateful of hearty food and a room full of lively conversation, Mr Afolami listened, responded, and engaged with each resident's concerns and experiences.
The lunch meeting, held in the Foxholes Orangery, transitioned to a wider gathering on the terrace where the Hitchin and Harpenden MP had the opportunity to interact with more residents and staff.
![The Comet: Bim Afolami speaking with Foxholes Care Home residents in Hitchin]( "The Comet: Bim Afolami speaking with Foxholes Care Home residents in Hitchin")
Bim Afolami speaking with Foxholes Care Home residents in Hitchin (Image: Foxholes Care Home)
Bim Afolami said: “It was a privilege to join the residents of Foxholes Care Home for lunch. Their insights and stories were truly inspiring.
"I am committed to ensuring that our elderly community’s voices are heard. I look forward to engaging with them further over the months and years ahead.”
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Neil Gandecha, general manager at Foxholes, added: "This event was more than a casual lunch; it was an affirmation of our residents' importance in local community matters.
"It was a joy to see our elderly population actively participating in discussions, voicing their thoughts and being heard."
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