As families get together on Christmas day to tuck into their roast turkey there are many others who are not as lucky.
Some of the borough’s elderly and vulnerable residents will not have family to look after them but Croydon Council are doing their utmost to make sure they have something to enjoy.
Croydon’s meals on wheels team will be out in force next week.
On Christmas Day, 14 dedicated members of staff will be delivering 250 Christmas dinners and 350 meals on Boxing Day.
Based in Jessops Way, Croydon, they deliver 450 hot meals a day and 50 tea time packs across the borough.
The service offers a range of meals including Halal, Kosher and African and Caribbean dishes.
As families get together on Christmas day to tuck into their roast turkey there are many others who are not as lucky.
Some of the borough’s elderly and vulnerable residents will not have family to look after them but Croydon Council are doing their utmost to make sure they have something to enjoy.
Croydon’s meals on wheels team will be out in force next week.
On Christmas Day, 14 dedicated members of staff will be delivering 250 Christmas dinners and 350 meals on Boxing Day.
Based in Jessops Way, Croydon, they deliver 450 hot meals a day and 50 tea time packs across the borough.
The service offers a range of meals including Halal, Kosher and African and Caribbean dishes.
Councillor Margaret Mead, cabinet member for adult services and health, said: “Not only will people get a hot meal on Christmas Day, they will also receive some Christmas cheer, as the meals on wheels drivers may be the only contact they have during the festive period.
“More than just handing over a hot meal, this is a vital service and one that enables people to remain in their own homes for as long as possible.
“I’m sure Croydon residents will join me in thanking Apetito’s team for the invaluable work they do, especially at this time of year.”
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