Local care home donates to I AM ICHRONIC CIC
“We are always keen to show as much support as we can to local charities and we endeavour and continue to raise money for these charities”
Overslade House care home in Rugby, Warwickshire, recently presented I AM ICHRONIC CIC with a cheque for £45.00.
The care home welcomed Stevie-Jayne Farrell, Founder and Director of I AM ICHRONIC CIC and her husband and daughter, to their Summer Fete where the money was raised by holding a raffle. Stevie-Jayne and her family were invited to an Afternoon Tea at the home to be presented with the cheque by Resident Ambassador, Evelyn Roberts and General Manager, Genoveva Tamasi.
Stevie-Jayne Farrell, Founder and Director of I am IChronic CIC said “I thoroughly enjoyed spending time at the Summer Fete and chatting with residents and their families in such a warm and welcoming community. One conversation that particularly stayed with me was with the partner of a resident, who spoke about their life together and the challenges, sadness and loneliness that can come with becoming a carer. It was a powerful reminder that chronic illness, disability and caring responsibilities are something any of us can become part of at any time in our lives. Disability and illness are not limited by age. These experiences can be incredibly isolating and often come with grief, trauma and loss, which is why community, understanding and connection matter so much.”
Stevie-Jayne Farrell went on to say, “'We're incredibly grateful to Overslade House for supporting I AM IChronic CIC with this generous company donation. This partnership feels especially meaningful because it reflects the power of community, connection and inclusion. At I AM IChronic, we support chronically ill, disabled and neurodivergent people through self-advocacy, reducing isolation and creating opportunities for people to feel seen, heard and understood. We also work to challenge stigma and misunderstanding surrounding disability and long-term health conditions. This donation will help support the development of our future Chronic Illness Hub, creating more opportunities for support, belonging and connection, while bringing people together in a safe, non-judgemental space.”
Overslade House Care Home has built up excellent reputations within its local community, regularly holding events and activities for residents and surrounding neighbours.
Genoveva Tamasi, General Manager at Overslade House Care Home, said: “We are always keen to show as much support as we can to local charities and we endeavour and continue to raise money for these charities.”
Overslade House care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Overslade House Care Home provides residential care, nursing care, respite and dementia care for 87 residents from respite care to long term stays.