Cayton View Care Home in Scarborough has become the first in the world to officially join the Freemasons’ new ‘Masonic Aware’ initiative.
The home welcomed members of the Freemasons of Yorkshire, North and East Ridings last week, including Provincial Grand Master Dr David Chambers, for a special ceremony to mark the occasion. The visit included speeches, refreshments, and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque.
The new partnership aims to ensure Freemasons and their families who move into care are recognised, supported, and connected to the organisation if they wish to be. Ahead of the visit, all Cayton View team members completed training on the values and history of Freemasonry, equipping them to deliver tailored care to those with Masonic links.
As part of the scheme, every new resident at Cayton View will be asked if they have any connection to the Freemasons. Where a link is identified, and the resident wants to maintain it, the care home will help facilitate that relationship through a dedicated point of contact provided by the Masonic Province.
Leah Moon, general manager at Cayton View, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be partnering with the Freemasons. They are an incredible organisation that does fantastic work for the communities they're involved in, and we are very excited to welcome their members.”
Dr David Chambers commented: “We would like to thank Cayton View for becoming the very first Masonic Aware care home and are very much looking forward to expanding this initiative.”
