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Like playgroup, but for the grand squad...
Ever scratched your head, trying to figure out how to chat with a little munchkin about why Nana's packing her bags for a new adventure in a care home?
Well, there's a delightful new book on the block called Finding Nana, which dives into this hefty topic through the eyes of Ellie, a little lady with questions as big as her imagination.
The kind guys at Methodist Homes MHA, who popped this gem into the world, know all too well that stepping into a care home can sometimes feel like landing on a new planet.
Penned by the brilliant Jenni Bacon, the story unfolds with Ellie zipping through her first rendezvous at a magical place where Nana will now hang her hat. It's like a snugly playgroup - only this one’s for the grand squad!
Jenni told me "Sometimes a story wants to get told and this was one of those times. I could see that at MHA they go out of their way to make sure people can continue to live their lives and it inspired me. I didn't make up much of the detail in the story - not even the pony! I hope Ellie and Nana's journey through loss and reconnection in a special place helps anyone who might be going through a similar big change. And I hope it shows what care in a care home can be."
So, get ready to curl up on the couch with your mini-me and take a little journey to discover the world of care homes. Dive into the pages where the grandmas and grandpas garner all the cuddles and cheers they need to keep their twinkles twinkling.
And just a little nudge - while Nana's postcode might have changed, her love is as mighty and snuggly as ever.
Ready to feel all the feels?
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