23/08/2026
This Photography Day, we wanted to do something a little different. Rather than simply taking photographs of our residents, we handed the camera over to them and asked:
“What makes you happy? What would you like us to capture through your eyes?”
The answers were beautiful, personal and reminded us that happiness can be found in the simplest of moments.
☕ J.M chose a pretty picture of R.C with her cup of tea. She loves spending time with R.C in her room, chatting, giggling and putting the world to rights.
🌸 R.C loves a good old-fashioned chat with J.M, lots of giggles and walking in the garden — simple moments that bring so much joy.
🍂 K.H chose to photograph herself drawing an autumnal picture of trees, with just one leaf left on a tree. It was an idea she had thought about for years but had never got around to drawing until now. Sometimes it’s never too late to bring an idea to life. ❤️
👨👩👧👦 T.N wanted to capture the people at Alexander House who have become like family to him — Kate, Kathy, Zach and Daisy. He also told us how Jill, her son little Zach Hank & Daisy’s daughter Blu bring him so much joy and happiness. ❤️
❤️ S.W photograph needed no explanation. His daughter travelled all the way from Kenya to see him for the first time in six years. It was incredibly emotional to witness. They spent precious time catching up and FaceTiming his other children back in Kenya. A moment that means so much.
🤝 D.H and her husband have been married for an incredible 60 years. Her husband loves coming to visit her for dinner and a catch-up. This is how they sit every time — side by side, often hand in hand, sometimes without saying a word. Just enjoying being together. After 60 years, that speaks volumes.
🥰 R.K simply wanted a photograph of herself standing — so that’s exactly what we did! Here she is with her husband and his daughter, who travelled from Kenya to see them for the first time in six years. Another very special family moment captured forever.
Today reminded us that photography isn’t just about taking a picture.
It’s about memories, relationships, family, friendship, happiness and the little things that make life special.
These are our residents’ moments.
Their memories. Their happiness. Their stories. Through their eyes. 📸❤️
