Jacksons Lane calls for volunteer chefs to put on Christmas for the old and isolated

Jackson Lane arts centre is appealing for chefs to make Christmas happen for 350 vulnerable older people.

For more than 45 years, Jacksons Lane has opened its doors on Christmas day to isolated adults who would otherwise be on their own.

Last year, it switched to a delivery service with nearly 250 people enjoying a hamper, virtual entertainment and a doorstep chat with volunteers.

This year it will once again host a sit-down lunch for 100 people in the refurbished Archway Road building, while delivering hampers of food, gifts and games to around 200 who can't attend.

The centre needs chefs available on:

• Wed 22nd Dec
• Thurs 23rd Dec
• Fri 24th Dec
• Sat 25th (optional)
  • To prep x350 portions of Christmas dinner in a Haringey kitchen, location tbc
  • x200 to be packaged for delivery on Christmas Day
  • x150 to be prepped for service on Christmas Day

The event is predominately run and supported by over 100+ local volunteers, and we’ll be serving approx. 50 covers to those that are working on Christmas Day.

If interested, contact jennifer.oliver@jacksonslane.org.uk Community Project Manager.

The centre is also seeking donations of gifts (£5-£10) to be dropped off unwrapped at the front desk, and financial help as part of the Big Give.