And they're off… To enjoy the Grand National!

Residents and staff at Spen Court care home in Spen Court dressed to impress, donned their best hats and outfits, studied the form and had their bets at the ready for the 2024 Grand National, which ran on Saturday April 13.

Residents and staff got together to watch the races, and celebrated in style by having their own race and bets with the winners and runners up being presented with a prize.

Paula Pearson, General Manager at the home, said: “We’ve had a fantastic time celebrating The Grand National, it is such a great event to watch and we all had fun cheering on the horses and jockeys. We all had a little flutter between ourselves even though none of us has much of a clue about odds or form!”

Elaine Hickling, a resident at the home, commented: “I love the Grand National, it is such a fantastic spectacle. I haven’t got a clue about horse racing, I just choose the colours I like best!”

Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.

Spen Court care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Spen Court provides residential care, dementia care and respite.

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