Bags of happiness for day centre members

Members of Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin’s Haybridge Hall day centre in Hadley have been treated to a lovely surprise thanks to a generous donation of activity gift bags from Lisa Powis BEM, founder of the charity Silver.

Each specially prepared bag was filled with a thoughtful selection of activities and little treats, designed to bring creativity, enjoyment and happiness to the members’ day at the centre.

There was something for everyone to enjoy, with each bag containing a word search puzzle book, a colouring book and felt pens, a painting-by-numbers activity, a card-making kit, a 2027 diary and chocolate or cookies to add an extra touch of sweetness!

The gifts offered a wonderful opportunity for members to try something creative, enjoy a relaxing activity, challenge their minds and, most importantly, have fun. Whether picking up a paintbrush, getting creative with card-making or enjoying a puzzle, the bags provided a lovely reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference.

Gina Shirley, Wellbeing Services Support Officer at Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, said: “The members were absolutely delighted with their gift bags and really appreciated the thought and kindness that had gone into putting them together. There was so much excitement as everyone explored what was inside, and they have thoroughly enjoyed trying out the different activities. It was wonderful to see so many smiles and to have some new creative activities for everyone to enjoy together. We are incredibly grateful to the Silver charity for their generosity and for bringing so much happiness to our members.”

The donation reflects the importance of kindness, creativity and community connections in helping older people enjoy fulfilling and meaningful days.

Silver is a charity dedicated to tackling loneliness and social isolation among older people and helping them feel valued, connected and included. Through its work, Silver champions the importance of friendship, companionship and positive experiences for older generations. This thoughtful donation is a lovely example of how charities working in partnership can make a huge difference to the quality of life of older people.

Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin’s day centres provide older people with a welcoming and comfortable place to meet friends, enjoy companionship and take part in activities, alongside a freshly prepared hot meal.

Held weekly, the centres offer valuable opportunities to socialise, build friendships, share experiences and enjoy a change of scenery in a friendly and supportive environment.

Haybridge Hall day centre, based in Hadley, Telford, takes place every Tuesday from 10.00am to 1.00pm. The centre is run by a team of much-valued local volunteers, supported by Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin staff, who work together to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone attending.

For more information about Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin’s day centres please call 01743 233 123 or email enquiries@ageukstw.org.uk