Two women from Kent, England have been featured in a groundbreaking photography series that celebrates the often overlooked aspects of women's lives in their later years. The project, titled "Circle of Care," aims to showcase what photographer Anita Corbin describes as "one of society's last taboos" - women in later life and the caregivers and family members who support them.

Photographer Anita Corbin, who created the powerful portrait series, explained her motivation for the project by saying she has always been drawn to untold stories about women. "There's incredible beauty, depth and dignity in later life," Corbin stated. She emphasized that receiving care doesn't mean life comes to an end, noting that "Life doesn't stop when you need care; it simply changes shape."

Among the featured subjects is 75-year-old Lesley Rogers, who was photographed in her Ashford home alongside her caregivers and family members. The series also includes portraits of a 98-year-old woman from Sevenoaks, who was captured engaging in her favorite activities, including gardening and working on puzzles. The photographer deliberately chose to document these women participating in activities they love, showing them as vibrant individuals rather than focusing solely on their care needs.

Corbin's approach to the photography series challenges conventional perceptions about aging and care. "Care isn't just something women give," she explained. "It's a space where they remain themselves, visible, valued, and still very much alive." The portraits aim to demonstrate that women receiving care maintain their individuality, interests, and zest for life.

The project was developed in partnership with Consultus Care and Nursing, a live-in care and nursing provider. Peter Seldon, the company's chief executive, emphasized that the photography series is fundamentally about visibility and changing perceptions. "We want these photos to show that with the right support, people can live joyfully and independently in their own homes, and that care can be something that enriches, not diminishes, life," Seldon said.

The "Circle of Care" series represents a broader movement to highlight the dignity and continued vitality of older adults, particularly women, who often become invisible in society's narrative. By capturing these subjects in their own homes, engaged in meaningful activities alongside their support networks, the project challenges stereotypes and celebrates the richness of life at every stage.