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This petition is very close to my heart, and I'd be incredibly grateful if you could take a moment to sign and share it.

I often perform at Ilford Park Polish Home, and every time I walk through its doors, it feels different from any other home I visit. There is something special there that is hard to put into words. As a Polish person living in England, I know that being far from your homeland isn't always easy. You build a life here, but there is always a part of you that misses hearing your language spoken around you, sharing traditions, and feeling understood without having to explain who you are.

When I visit Ilford Park, I feel a little piece of that. It feels familiar. It feels welcoming. It feels like home.

For the residents who live there, many of whom have lived through war, displacement, sacrifice and unimaginable hardship, that sense of belonging means even more. It means being surrounded by people who understand their history, their culture, their language and their journey. It means spending their later years with dignity, comfort and connection to the country and community they love.

The thought that the last home of its kind could close is heartbreaking. Please sign this petition and help protect culturally appropriate retirement support for Polish veterans and their families. It only takes a moment, but together we can help preserve something truly precious for current and future generations.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. 🇵🇱❤️
Thank you so much to Jerry Bird for starting this. Your support means so much :)

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/768480?fbclid=IwdGRzaASNfkRjbGNrBI19-GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHrBB8A-UGzQNerdp4thtBHcypM5BY1pRShalW0iO77LfjiLc2DVVHYEayWBb_aem_YBqJ_-EJYd2y8t-gqwPqyQ&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e227_tv2_tp1_a1demo0iu8ncnn&sfnsn=scwspwa

Petition: Fund culturally appropriate retirement support for Polish veterans and families We call on the Government to fund the continued operation of culturally appropriate retirement provision to Polish veterans and their families. Such homes provide culturally specific care for elderly residents. The last home of its kind, Ilford Park Polish Home, is due to be closed.

Performing on this stage last weekend was incredibly special for us. We were honoured to be part of the Surf & Turn, Swim & Run Challenge in Newquay, sharing both our favourite covers and our original music with such an amazing crowd. 🎶

There is something truly powerful about performing original songs. It feels like sharing a piece of your heart and your story with people, and that’s a privilege I’ll never take for granted.

One of the most memorable moments of the day came after we performed the new single, Villain. Two women came over to speak to me and shared that they experienced narcissistic abuse and that the song deeply resonated with them. It was both a heartbreaking and beautiful conversation. Being able to share part of my own journey with them and offer some hope that healing is possible was something I’ll carry with me for a long time. 🤍❤️

Moments like these remind me why music matters. It connects us, helps us feel less alone, and sometimes gives us the words we struggle to find ourselves.

Thank you to everyone who stopped to listen, sang along, shared a kind word, and supported us throughout the event. Every message, conversation, and smile means more than you know.

A huge thank you to VS Events for having us and for putting on such a fantastic event. We are so grateful to have been part of it.

And who knows… we might just be back in Newquay this August, so keep your fingers crossed! 🤞

Finally, a huge thank you to Michelle Johnson for these amazing photos. You’ve captured some truly special moments from the day, and we’re so grateful. 🙏🤗

Our next gig is this Friday at the Monkey Suit in Exeter starting at 9pm 🎶 Hope to see you there 🤍

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