With the Olympics fast approaching, a local care home is limbering up for its very own sporting tournament.
On Saturday 27th July, Care UK’s Ivy Grove on Hatch Lane will be bringing Paris to Chingford as it opens its doors for people to enjoy their own version of the Games. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a tour of the home from 12pm-2pm, before the sports events begin from 2pm.
The event is part of The Big Care UK Sports Day, which sees more than 130 Care UK homes host sports days for the local community and showcase what life in a care home is really like.
Guests can soak up the sporting atmosphere and have the chance to win their own gold medals with an afternoon of fun and games, including egg-and-spoon races, three-legged race and javelin.
Visitors can also enjoy light refreshments made by the home’s Head Chef, Alexandra Pitu, while listening to live music from Christian Gibson.
April Jones, Home Admissions Advisor at Ivy Grove, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the local community to join our own sporting celebrations.
“We are part of a strong community here in Chingford and days like this are a fantastic way of bringing 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 Ivy Grove.
“The day not only promises a lot of laughter and enjoyment for all involved, but also is an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones – while keeping active. We can’t wait until kick-off!”