Leeds HC-One Care Homes Back Leeds United Foundation’s Challenge to Support Older People
Residents and colleagues at HC-One’s Rievaulx House, Lydgate Lodge, and Acacia Court care homes in Leeds are delighted to support a special fundraising challenge led by the Leeds United Foundation to mark International Day for Older People.
The Foundation’s Health & Wellbeing Activator, Sophie Dales, has set herself the goal of walking or running 11 kilometres every day for 24 days in October. The challenge is designed to raise funds to purchase activity bags filled with engaging equipment for the 24 care homes the Foundation currently visits, including Rievaulx House, Lydgate Lodge, and Acacia Court.
These numbers have a special meaning:
- 11 kilometres reflects the fact that 1 in 11 people in the UK are diagnosed with dementia.
- 24 days represents the 24 care homes in and around Leeds where the Foundation delivers vital sessions to support residents’ health and wellbeing.
The activity bags will enable colleagues and residents at the homes to continue enjoying exercises and activities in between Leeds United Foundation visits, helping older people remain active, connected, and engaged.
