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Kindness Saves Christmas Lunch for 100 Seniors
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Charity event for 100 seniors faced cancellation due to supply issues.
- A local cafe stepped in, offering to provide meals at cost price.
- The event aims to combat loneliness and isolation during the holidays.
An essential Christmas lunch event for approximately 100 older people has been successfully salvaged through the generosity of a local catering company. Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire received news that their planned hot lunches were canceled due to "unexpected supply shortages," jeopardizing festive gatherings.
Following an appeal, Drypool Feast, a cafe based in Hull, generously agreed to supply and cook the meals at cost price. The first event, held recently in Cottingham, featured entertainment and gifts, providing a much-needed social occasion for attendees.
Organizers emphasized the importance of these events for combating loneliness and isolation, especially during Christmas, which Age UK estimates could see 120,000 people spending it alone. The initiative fosters community spirit and ensures older residents feel included.
