Earlier this year we awarded funding to Oakley Rural Day Centre. Their day centre has been open for 25 years providing a service to the elderly in Bedford Borough and surrounding villages. They have a great team of staff providing excellent support to their clients.
Oakley Rural Centre is managed by volunteer trustees. They provide a place for their elderly clients to spend a fun filled day meeting with their friends and taking part in various crafts, activities, quizzes, and games aimed at stimulating the body and mind.
Our funding was used for the continuation of their activities for another year. With thirty clients taking part, they were able to carry out various craft projects, including card making, stone painting, beach hut models, wooden disc painting, making decorative butterflies, glass painting and so much more.
Oakley Day Centre reported to us that some of their newer clients had learnt new card making skills and some, who had never painted before, had really enjoyed mastering a new craft. Our funding was enabling them to buy new activities for their clients who were really enjoying the variety. The centre also had clients with dementia and all the activities that were provided were helping to keep them focused and engaged.