Going for gold! Godalming care home enjoys a day of sport with the local community
With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home decided to kick off their own summer of sport with their own version of the Games.
Residents and team members at Care UK’s Broadwater Lodge brought Paris to Godalming when they were joined by the community for a special day of family fun.
The event came as Broadwater Lodge joined The Big Care UK Sports Day, which sees over 130 Care UK homes across the UK host sports days for the local community and showcase what life in a care home is really like.
Guests soaked up the sporting atmosphere and had the chance to win their own gold medals with an afternoon of fun and games, including egg-and-spoon races, tug of war, and three-legged race.
Visitors enjoyed a traditional summer barbecue cooked by the home’s talented head chef, which they enjoyed while listening to live entertainment.
Angela Bookham, Home Manager at Broadwater Lodge said: “It was lovely to welcome the local community to join in on our sporting celebrations.
“We are part of a strong community here in Godalming, and days like this are a fantastic way to bring us all together for a little healthy competition and to celebrate this year’s summer of sport, all while showcasing exactly what life is like here at Broadwater Lodge.
“There was plenty of laughter and enjoyment for all involved and it was great to see residents meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones – while keeping active.”
To find out more about The Big Care UK Sports Day, please visit: careuk.com/care-uk-sports-day
To find out more about Broadwater Lodge or to book your place on the event, please contact Home Manager, Angela Bookham, on 01483 331 220 or email [email protected]
Broadwater Lodge has been designed to deliver the very best standards of care, while enabling residents to live active and fulfilled lives. The home provides full-time residential care, dementia care and respite care.