Upcycled Fashion Show a Big Hit at Olive Tree House and Rose Garden

Upcycled Fashion Show

What started as one big idea blossomed into a two-month-long project, culminating in a spectacular Macmillan Fundraising Upcycled Fashion Show at both of our care homes in Patchway, Bristol – Olive Tree House and Rose Garden!

Upcycled Fundraising Fashion

The first show, held at Olive Tree House, was a true community affair. The catwalk was graced by residents, team members, volunteers, family, college students, and even the adorable children from Happy Days Nurseries. The outfits were incredible, crafted by residents from recycled materials. Old clothes were given new life with vibrant buttons and painted designs, and a giant plastic bottle made from recycled bottles was created to highlight the issue of plastic waste. The fun continued with a “summer holiday” theme, complete with a lively walk-on to the tune of “We’re All Going on a Summer Holiday”! Other songs included classics like “Vogue,” “Earth Song,” and “New York, New York,” adding to the festive atmosphere.

A Show-Stopping Thank You

The fashion show was just as much of a hit at Rose Garden, where the second show took place. At the end of the second show, a moment was taken to thank everyone involved in this amazing project. We extend a special thanks to June, a professional photographer who donated her time and skills to capture the event—the photos are truly fantastic!

Considering Care for a Loved One?

At Olive Tree House and Rose Garden, we believe in providing a varied and engaging lifestyle. Our events and activities program goes beyond the ordinary, fostering creativity, community, and purpose for our residents. To find out more about life at our homes, simply arrange a tour today.

Catherine
Sales Manager

Catherine has worked in sales and marketing her whole career, after graduating with a degree in Textile Management she worked in Corporate Workwear for many years. Catherine’s first role in the care sector was working with a disability charity that ran nursing homes and enablement projects for young adults.

Catherine

While her two children were younger, she joined her husband in his estate agency, but was delighted to return to the care sector in 2020 and now cannot imagine doing anything else.

Catherine’s role with Allegra is to support residents and their families as they explore care options. Working with the teams in the individual homes she ensures that during every stage from initial enquiry through to moving in with us every question is answered, and we offer the reassurance needed for the next chapter in our resident’s life. It is important for our residents to remain part of the community in which will have lived for years, often all their lives, so the other part of this role is connecting with local community groups, charities and organisations.

Catherine has said that working for Allegra with their groundbreaking household model means we are offering a home with compassion and care whilst ensuring residents are retaining their independence and quality of life.

Out of work Catherine enjoys baking and gardening The children are older now, but still keep her busy!

Paul Thomas
Regional Manager - Western Region

Paul has joined Allegra Care with 28 years’ experience in the health and social care sector including working in senior leadership roles for the last 18 years; covering operations, business management and quality assurance. Paul has a real passion for person centred care and how that is delivered at the highest level.

Allegra Team Paul Thomas

Paul has worked across a diverse sector over his time in health and social care and brings a wealth of experience to his new role as Regional Manager. Paul believes in integrating real and meaningful values and culture into a service and in doing so, delivering the outcomes for the people we support. Paul goes by the theory of values with no meaning, have no value.

Outside of work, Paul is the father of three boys and a 2nd degree black belt who teaches Judo.