Care home pen pals meet pupils they befriended during lockdown

Intergenerational connections were first made in March between residents at Broadacres Care Home in Parkgate and pupils from nearby Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School.

And the young writers enjoyed their first face-to-face meeting with their older correspondents on a visit to the home.

Care home residents were treated to a sea shanty performed by the Class 2 pupils, who also dropped off more letters and a large collection of treats for residents to enjoy — including chocolates, biscuits, cakes and tea.

Resident Shirley Ward (85) described the visit as “wonderful”, saying the pupils had “brightened my day”.

Edna Reasbeck with some of the treats

Home manager Lindsey Grady said: “It was wonderful and so kind of the children and their teachers to visit.

“One of our residents, June Hague, was moved to tears by the children’s visit and thought the letters were beautiful.

“All the residents were so pleased to see them and can’t wait to tuck into all the lovely treats they have donated.”