Abbeyfield sy ‘The Abbeyfield Kent Society @ OCI Abbeyfield Kent Host Volunteers’ Lunch This month saw The Abbeyfield Kent Society host their first ever Volunteers’ Lunch. The aim was to show their appreciation for all the hard work and commitment that volunteers put in across all the residential homes, sheltered housing and HQ. Volunteers were welcomed with a drinks reception and were then treated to a splendid buffet lunch, with sumptuous desserts such as profiteroles and strawberry meringue pudding. Mary Morley’s harp playing added to the ambience. After tea and coffee were served, Chairman Bobby Barnes gave an inspiring speech, thanking and congratulating all the volunteers for their loyalty and support for all the residents in the homes and sheltered houses. He emphasised what a valued part of the Society they were, and that it would be impossible for the Society to continue without them. Next, Chief Executive Leon Steer took to the stage. He commented, “I have dealt with employment issues for over 20 years, and some of the most committed people in terms of effort and tenacity have been volunteers. It is their passion and motivation that spurs them on.” CONTINUED...