Residents and team members at Chorleywood Manor Care Home are preparing for a charity event to raise crucial funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital’s new children’s cancer centre.
On Wednesday 21st May, the team will take on a 10-mile journey, crossing 10 London bridges, starting at Battersea Bridge and finishing at Tower Bridge.
The aim is to raise £2500 to support the hospital’s work in providing life-saving treatments for young cancer patients.
The event, organised by Chorleywood Manor Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare, one of the UK’s leading providers of residential, dementia, and respite care, demonstrates the care home residents’ incredible determination.
Despite their age, they are set to show that every effort counts when it comes to helping children in need.
Resident Eric Heather, aged 93, said, “This is about showing that we can still contribute, no matter our age or ability.”
Fellow resident Yvonne Field, aged 89, who has limited movement down one side following a stroke, said, “I’m not letting anything stop me from participating, I want to make a difference for these children.”
Training for the event has included regular exercise classes, designed to build stamina and confidence, with participants walking and using wheelchair support where needed.
“We’re doing this to make a real difference,” said Patrick, Well-being Manager at Chorleywood Manor Care Home. “Our residents are determined to help in any way they can.”
Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) is one of the largest paediatric cancer centres in Europe, treating over 400 children with cancer each year.
Funds raised through this challenge will help create a state-of-the-art children’s cancer centre at GOSH, bringing together world-leading research and specialised care in one place.
The residents and team at Chorleywood Manor Care Home are calling on the local community to support them in reaching their fundraising target.
Eric continued by saying, “I’m proud to be part of this challenge and hope it inspires others to get involved.” Donations can be made via JustGiving – click here to donate.
