Ashwood Care Home Residents Experience Saracens Stadium Visit

Residents and staff of Ashwood Care Home were treated to an exclusive experience on the 16th of May as they were invited to witness the Captain’s run at the renowned Saracens Stadium. This initiative, orchestrated by the Saracens Foundation team in collaboration with Love to Balance, marked a significant moment for both the residents and the home.

Residents who actively participate in the Love to Balance programme were ecstatic to attend the Captain’s run at the Stone X Stadium, accompanied by the enthusiastic Saracens Foundation team. The day began with a rejuvenating Love to Balance chair exercise class led by the Saracens Foundation team, fostering a sense of wellbeing and camaraderie among the attendees. As a token of appreciation, each resident was gifted a Saracens bear, affectionately adopting them as the new mascots of Ashwood Care Home.

Joe, a resident at Ashwood Care Home and a focal point of the Love to Balance programme’s success, had the opportunity to showcase his remarkable progress to the Saracens team. His improved mobility, attributed to the Love to Balance classes, resonated as a testament to the programme’s efficacy. Reflecting on the experience, Joe expressed his delight, stating, “It was amazing to be back in a sports stadium, as it’s been many years since I have seen live sports. Good luck Saracens for your match on Saturday, and thank you for having us today.”