Last month, Windsor MP Jack Rankin joined members, staff, and volunteers at the King George VI Day Centre in Windsor for lunch.
Founded in 1948 by war widows, the Day Centre has been at the heart of the Windsor community for over 75 years. In 1958, after a successful local fundraising effort, the Centre was built on Clarence Road and was granted permission by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to be named in honour of her father, King George VI.
Today, the charity continues its mission by providing a welcoming environment for senior citizens to socialise, enjoy freshly cooked meals, and take part in activities ranging from exercise and arts and crafts to day trips and entertainment. The Centre also offers transport, respite for carers, and a safe and supportive space for elderly and disabled residents.
Jack has promoted their efforts to fundraise for a new minibus, for which they are 23% towards their £30,000 target. You can contribute here.
Commenting, Jack Rankin MP said:
“It was a real pleasure to spend time at the King George VI Day Centre and to join members for lunch.
“For decades, the Centre has played such a vital role in Windsor, providing friendship, care, and activities that bring joy and connection to so many.
“I want to pay tribute to the dedicated staff and volunteers who make this community hub possible, and I will continue to support their work in any way I can.”
Commenting, Heather Boyle, Manager at KGVI Day Centre said:
“Jack showed a real interest in both our long history (seven decades) of supporting the elderly community of Windsor and also our modern challenges.
“His local knowledge was useful in providing some practical suggestions for tapping into local community support, particularly in relation our efforts to raise funds to replace our minibus and to 'future proof' our services sustainably.”
