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Latest news in Yorkshire: September 19, 2018 11:52:28 AM
A pilot project to keep older people active saw five centres compete in the
first Rotherham Care Home Olympics.
Broadacres, Swallownest, Silverwood, West Melton Lodge and Whiston Hall took
part in 12 weekly sessions from Rotherham United Community Sports Trust.
These workshops included “chairobics”, board games, skittles, boccia, target
throw and dominoes.
A day of finals was held at New York Stadium, where the team of ten
residents from West Melton were crowned winners.
Swallownest also received a trophy for best homemade supporters’ flag.
RUCST health and wellbeing officer Emma Schofield said: “Every participant
received a certificate for attending and there prizes like including best
dancer and best dressed.
“The feedback from staff and residents was fantastic. The residents had
great fun, enjoyed getting out and meeting new people and loved taking part
in some competition.
“All the homes who took part are eager to take part again. We have 18 homes
wanting to get involved.”
West Melton Lodge manager Bev Sawyer said: “All of our residents enjoyed the
training and the day. Most of them already want to sign up and do it all
over again.”
Carrie Davies, Silverwood manager, added: “The day was well organised and
the afternoon tea and tea dance were brilliant.”
To become involved in future projects, contact Emma on
eschofield@rotherhamunited.net.
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