How can I get involved on Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection? 

How can I get involved on Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection? 

We’re encouraging everyone to get involved on Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection, whether you’re a care provider, a care worker, someone who is supported by social care providers, or simply someone who wants to support the important work of the social care sector.

Have a look at our Memorial Fundraising Pack for some ideas and inspiration for how you can get involved.

Donations can be made via our JustGiving page or to donations@skillsforcare.org.uk

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You can mark the day with one of our suggested activities below, or do whatever else feels appropriate to you to recognise the day.

Suggested activities

For individuals:

  • Plant a tree in honour of lost loved ones.
  • Have a minute’s silence to reflect on the past year.
  • Write a thank you letter to someone who has helped you through this past year – it could be a care worker who supports you or a loved one, or a colleague who has helped you through challenges at work.
  • Paint something which reflects upon the past year for you.
  • Consider making a donation to a cause you feel has been vital over the past year.

For social care employers:

  • Share a tribute on social media to each of your staff who have worked so hard through the pandemic.
  • Plan a memorial/tribute for any staff you have lost during the pandemic,
  • Send each of your staff a personalised letter to thank them for their work.
  • Arrange a virtual or in-person opportunity for your team to meet up and reflect on the past year together.

For residential care providers:

  • Organise an afternoon tea event for your residents to reflect on the past year together over a cup of tea and cakes.
  • Create a memorial garden and plant flowers in tribute to those lost over the past year.
  • Organise an art workshop where residents can create artwork which reflects on the past year.
  • Hold a minute’s silence to reflect together.