Beaches Negril team bring pre-Valentine’s makeover day to Hanover infirmary residents

Team members from Beaches Negril carried out a pre-Valentine’s Day outreach at the Hanover Infirmary, providing grooming and companionship to residents in a gesture aimed at boosting morale and strengthening community ties.

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The group, known internally as the “Beaches Earth Guardians,” visited the facility where they spent time combing, grooming and styling residents’ hair ahead of the Valentine’s season. The visit focused on offering personal care and social interaction to patients, many of whom welcomed the attention and engagement.

Matron Kayon Dyer of the Hanover Infirmary expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting that the visit came at an opportune time for residents. She said the team’s efforts were well-received and had a positive impact on those who participated.

Kellie-Ann Wright, regional public relations coordinator for Sandals Negril and Beaches Negril, was eager to comb the hair of the residents at the Hanover infirmary in support of the ‘love is in the hair’ Valentine’s Day community initiative hosted by Beaches Negril.
Regional Public Relations Manager for Sandals Negril and Beaches Negril, Ashley Simms – happily combs the hair of a resident of the Hanover infirmary in recognition of a ‘love is in the hair’ initiative championed by the Beaches Negril Earth Guardians.

Michelle Hollingsworth-O’Gilvie, environment, health and safety manager at Beaches Negril, who took part in the outreach, described the experience as rewarding for both staff and residents. She said the team valued the opportunity to interact with patients and witness the joy created through simple acts of care.

According to the hotel, the outreach forms part of its wider community engagement and environmental stewardship efforts. The visit highlighted how small-scale service initiatives can provide comfort to vulnerable groups while fostering stronger connections between corporate teams and surrounding communities.

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