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With thanks to our partners
We’re proud to work alongside a wide range of seafaring and community organisations whose generosity helps make our work possible – through grants, collaborative projects, in-kind support, and more.
We’re equally grateful to the many local groups who support daily life at Royal Alfred, bringing joy, companionship, and connection to our residents and tenants.
Thank you for being part of our story. Your support means the world.
🪔✨ A little Diwali joy at Royal Alfred ✨🪔
Our team recently brought the colours, flavours and traditions of #Diwali to our home, sharing delicious homemade treats and creating a beautiful display for residents and colleagues to enjoy.
It was a wonderful way to celebrate the Festival of Lights, learn about different cultures and spend time together as one community.
A huge thank you to everyone who shared their traditions and helped make the day so special. ❤️
#FestivalOfLights #RoyalAlfred #CareHomeLife #CelebratingTogether #Community #Inclusion #Banstead #CareWithHeart
Nov 14
🌺 Lest We Forget
This week, the #RoyalAlfred community joined the nation in remembrance.
On #RemembranceSunday, Royal Alfred representatives attended the #CenotaphParade in London, while Alice Mitroi and Damian Walicki laid a wreath at the #Banstead War Memorial on behalf of our community.
Today, residents, tenants and staff gathered to observe the Two-Minute Silence, watching the national commemorations and taking time to remember those who served and sacrificed.
For many within Royal Alfred, Remembrance is deeply personal. As a #community with strong naval, military and maritime connections, it is an opportunity to reflect on the courage, service and dedication of generations past and present.
🌺 We remember the fallen.
🌺 We remember the veterans.
🌺 We remember the families.
#LestWeForget.
#RemembranceDay #Veterans #Seafarers #RoyalNavy #MerchantNavy #LifeAtRoyalAlfred
Nov 11
⚓ A big thank you to our Trustees ⚓
While they may not always be in the spotlight, our #Trustees play a vital role in helping the Royal Alfred Seafarers` Society continue to support older seafarers and their dependants.
Their knowledge, guidance and dedication help shape our future, strengthen our charity and ensure our residents remain at the centre of everything we do.
This Trustees` Week, we`re taking a moment to recognise and thank them for the time, care and expertise they so generously give.
👏 Thank you for helping us navigate the journey ahead.
#TrusteesWeek #RoyalAlfred #Charity #SocialCare #MaritimeHeritage #MakingADifference #Seafarers #ThankYou
Nov 10
In Memory of the Brave 🌺
A poppy. A pause. A moment to remember.
Today, our #RoyalAlfred community came together to honour the men and women who served, and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
At Banstead War Memorial, Alice Mitroi and Damian Walicki laid a wreath on behalf of the Society, while at Belvedere House residents, staff and visitors gathered in quiet reflection.
Many of our residents have personal connections to military and maritime service, making today especially meaningful within our community.
We remember their courage, their service and their sacrifice.
❤️ We will remember them.
#RemembranceDay #WeWillRememberThem #LestWeForget #Veterans #Seafarers #Banstead #RoyalNavy #MerchantNavy #Army #RAF #ArmedForcesCommunity
Nov 8
⚓ Proud to be featured ⚓
We`re pleased to see #RoyalAlfred featured in the latest #TrinityHouse Autumn Flash Magazine.
As a charity with seafaring at its heart, it`s always wonderful to help spread awareness of the support, care and community available to seafarers, veterans and their families.
A big thank you to Trinity House for highlighting the work of organisations that continue to support those with connections to the sea. 💙
Here`s to the people, stories and maritime heritage that bring our community together.
#Seafarers #MaritimeCharity #Veterans #MaritimeCommunity #LifeAtRoyalAlfred #SupportingSeafarers #MaritimeHeritage
Nov 4
🎃✨ Spooky season has arrived at Royal Alfred! ✨👻
Our Home is looking wonderfully festive thanks to the creativity of our residents, tenants and team. 🧡
🎃 Hand-carved pumpkins at the front door
🕸️ Halloween decorations throughout the Home
👻 Staff joining in with fancy dress fun
😊 Lots of smiles along the way
We`ve loved seeing everyone`s ideas come to life and watching the Home transform for Halloween.
It`s amazing how a few pumpkins, a little creativity and a lot of community spirit can bring so much joy. 🧡
Wishing everyone a happy, safe and fun Halloween! 🎃👻
#RoyalAlfred #HalloweenAtRoyalAlfred #PumpkinCarving #CareHomeLife #LifeAtRoyalAlfred #CommunitySpirit #AutumnFun #MakingMemories #Halloween2026
Oct 31
A special visit to Royal Alfred
This week, we were pleased to welcome representatives from the Department of Health and Social Care, including the Deputy Director for Adult Social Care Workforce, a Policy Advisor for Adult Social Care Resilience, a Policy Advisor for Health and Social Care Integration, and the CEO of the National Care Forum.
During their visit, guests toured our care home and sheltered housing community with Home Manager Alice Mitroi and Executive Assistant to the CEO Maria Jobson, met members of our team, joined residents and tenants for Exercise with Jo, and spent time getting to know the people who make Royal Alfred such a special place.
The most valuable part of the visit was the opportunity to hear directly from residents, tenants and their loved ones about life at Royal Alfred and the sense of community that exists here every day. 💙
Thank you to our guests for spending time with us and learning more about the people at the heart of our organisation.
#RoyalAlfred #AdultSocialCare #NationalCareForum #LifeAtRoyalAlfred #CareHomeLife #ShelteredHousing #VeteransCare #CommunitySpirit #ResidentWellbeing
Oct 30
🧸 A little softness goes a long way ✨
For Plush Animal Lover’s Day, we`ve been meeting some of the cutest residents at Royal Alfred... and we`re not talking about the human ones!
From teddy bears and rabbits to dogs and other cuddly companions, many of our residents keep a special soft friend nearby.
They may be small, but they often carry big memories, bringing comfort, familiarity and a reminder of happy moments.
🐻 Because you`re never too old for a favourite teddy.
🐰 Never too old for comfort.
🐶 And never too old to keep a little of your inner child.
We love seeing the personal touches that make each resident`s room feel truly like home.
#RoyalAlfred #PlushAnimalLoversDay #LifeAtRoyalAlfred #CareHomeLife #Wellbeing #Comfort #MakingItHome #MentalWellbeing #ResidentLife #LittleThingsMatter
Oct 28
