Residents at Merceode Lodge care home in Marchwood enjoyed a special visit from Southampton Football Club’s Under 12s and men’s team midfielder, Cameron Bragg.
The visit came as part of the Under 12’s Christmas Truce Challenge, where the team chose to treat Merceode Lodge’s residents to a wartime themed afternoon tea in honour of Remembrance Day.
During the event, the team spoke to residents about their wartime memories, read a poem they had written, and served the afternoon tea including cakes made by the team.
Becky Yeates, Full-Time Training Model and Education Coordinator for Southampton Football Club, said, “We just wanted to say a huge thank you to all the staff and residents.
“They were fabulous with the boys, and it was great to see them engaging so beautifully. We hope everyone enjoyed it – our boys were buzzing afterwards!”
Conor McManus, the General Manager at Merceode Lodge, added, “What a wonderful event this was. A lot of our residents are Saints fans, so they loved it, and to see Cameron Bragg made the day even more special.
“The boys were so considerate of our home and ensured every resident was made comfortable for the event; they should all be very proud of what they have achieved.”
To find out more about community initiatives and events at Merceode Lodge please call 023 8110 2547, email merceodelodge@crystalcarecollection.co.uk, or visit the website here. Merceode Lodge is located on Hythe Road, Marchwood, Southampton, SO40 4WT.
