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100-Year-Old Finds Joy at Rugby Community Hub
28 Jan
Summary
- A Rugby community hub combats loneliness for seniors.
- The Hoskyn Centre offers hot meals and activities on Mondays.
- It provides a vital social connection for older residents.
The Hoskyn Centre in Rugby is making a significant impact on combating loneliness among its senior residents. Tomasina Crowe, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday at the center, credits it with giving her a 'whole new lease of life' after her husband's passing.
The center, formerly a disability support facility, now focuses on providing a welcoming space every Monday. Attendees receive a hot meal and can engage in various activities and games, fostering a sense of community and happiness.
Alun Williams, chair of trustees, highlighted loneliness as a 'hidden crisis' for the over-60s, noting the center's role in providing essential social interaction. Plans are underway to expand services, with a desire to open on Wednesdays and a search for new volunteers.
Crowe's son-in-law, Bob Croxsedge, expressed deep gratitude for the center, emphasizing its positive effect on his mother-in-law's well-being. The Hoskyn Centre offers a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where seniors can socialize and feel connected.
