DISPLACED people supported by Refugee Aid from Taunton (RAFT) received welcome donations from Nynehead Court care home in Wellington.

The home's residents knitted squares to create blankets for refugees and also donated items of clothing.

The care home also gave away mobility aids such as wheelchairs, walking frames and walking sticks which were warmly received.

The home manager Joanne Fenn said: "This is not the first time that our residents have used their knitting skills to help those less fortunate than themselves, and I'm sure it won't be the last!

"RAFT provides a wonderful service to refugees and we are always pleased to support their work."

Nynehead Court provides gracious retirement living for older people needing residential or respite care, or close care housing.

The estate, set within 18 acres of parkland, can offer residential care for 44 people within the court, and 11 close care housing opportunities within the Mews.

The highly sought-after Mulberry Lounge within the Court caters to residents needing more support, with a higher staff-to-resident ratio.

The 11 close care mews houses give residents the chance to live independently, safe in the knowledge that every level of care is available when needed.

For more information about Nynehead Court, contact home manager Joanne Fenn at 01823 662481 or email manager@nyneheadcourt.co.uk.