The legal process to save Bowles Lodge is over but the spirit of Bowles Lodge lives on!

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This blog is about a campaign I led to prevent Lancashire County Council closing the care home my Mum lived in. We lost our case in the High Court but decision-makers at local and national level were made aware of the devastating consequences of moving elderly people - no matter how carefully it is done. Mum was moved and, sadly, died eight months later. The blog is dedicated to her precious memory. Love you Mum.

This is Vera, my mum

This is Vera, my mum
This is Vera, my mum. "Why did Kent County Council move me out of Bowles Lodge?"

Friday, 2 December 2011

An empty shell - full of heart!

We went to pick up mum's belongings today from Bowles Lodge.

It was sad to see mum's home so empty. Talked with sever\l staff and you could see the sadness in their faces. Kate, a team leader, has worked there for 21 years and has cared for so many elderly people.

These are the real heroes in this world. Their dedicated service goes largely unrecognised yet they show dignity and respect in action - far removed from the statements of councillors.

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