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Over Christmas we ran the Merry 365 Appeal; an appeal for donations towards our schedule of life enriching activities and social events for the people we support. We deliver a huge range of fitness, wellbeing, educational and creative sessions Monday-Friday at our dedicated Skills Centre and we hoped that the appeal would help us along the way as we strive to deliver our fantastic sessions throughout 2026.
We are thrilled to have raised over £12,000! On behalf of the people we support, thank you for your donations and help with sharing news of our appeal.
“We are so grateful for the support we have received through the Merry 365 Appeal, the donations make a difference to the people we support on a daily basis and our exciting 2026 sessions will offer the sense of purpose, pride and achievement that the people we support deserve.”
Catherine, Skills Centre Manager
“Without the Skills Centre I would get bored and sad. It’s good to do activities, I enjoy my sessions, and I like to achieve things.”
Louise, Resident
“This year was my first Meath Awards Day, I was a bit nervous at first but I enjoyed getting my certificate and also supporting my friends. I love being on The Meath Football Team and have recently loved taking part in a Drama Sessions- Drama is the best!”
Lauren, Resident
“I enjoy the gym and being in the Meath Choir. I like singing with my friends, it makes me feel happy.”
James, Resident
Whether cooking or singing, playing football or creating a work of art; the people we support are busy honing interpersonal and communication skills, encouraging each other and crucially, recognising ability.
Our Skills Centre is one of the things that sets The Meath apart from other care homes. Having a dedicated place and equally dedicated team of staff and volunteers to deliver a range of skills-based activity sessions, is, in terms of statutory funding and statutory requirements, an ‘add on’. However, for the people we support, sessions form an integral part of their life and wellbeing.
Without fundraised income, we would be unable to offer the people we support the wonderful range of Skills Centre activities that mean so much to them.
Thank you!
Thank you for joining us in recognising ability. Your support for the Merry 365 Appeal will make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support throughout the year.
While statutory funding alone covers the cost of meeting the most basic needs of the people we support, your support for the Merry 365 appeal will enable adults living with complex epilepsy and disabilities to enjoy the benefits of socialisation and life long learning.
Thank you
