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Buckets & Spades Home, St Leonards on Sea, Sussex
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Buckets & Spades Home, St Leonards on Sea, Sussex
The Buckets and Spades Home, St Leonards on Sea for mentally handicapped Jewish children
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1. Title: A Haven by the Sea: The Buckets & Spades Home, St. Leonards-on-Sea, Sussex (1950s) 2.. This evocative photograph captures the idyllic scene of the Buckets & Spades Home in St. Leonards-on-Sea, Sussex, during the 1950s. Established as a residential care facility for mentally handicapped Jewish children, this home offered a safe and nurturing environment where they could thrive and grow. The image showcases a group of young children, dressed in summer clothing, playing happily in the sand near the water's edge. Buckets and spades in hand, they build sandcastles and engage in the simple joys of childhood, oblivious to the world around them. The serene expression on the face of the caregiver supervising them adds to the sense of tranquility and contentment. The Buckets & Spades Home was a pioneering institution in the field of children's care and social housing. Founded in the early 20th century, it was one of the first Jewish children's homes in the UK specifically designed for mentally handicapped children. The home's founders believed that every child, regardless of their abilities, deserved a chance to live a fulfilling and happy life. The seaside location of the home, with its calming influence and access to fresh air and sunlight, was considered particularly beneficial for the children's wellbeing. The home's philosophy emphasized the importance of community, social interaction, and a strong sense of belonging. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the history and significance of the Buckets & Spades Home in the lives of those it served. It encapsulates the essence of childhood, the power of community, and the transformative impact of care and compassion.
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