A resident at HC-One’s The Denby Care Home in Huddersfield has enjoyed a memorable day out at a local stables after winning a special prize in a staff-organised auction.
Susan Armitage, a resident at The Denby, was the winning bidder for a “day at the stables” experience, which was donated by Care Assistant, Rachel Crossland. Rachel owns horses locally and also provides riding lessons, making the experience particularly special and personal.
The auction was organised by colleagues at The Denby, who generously donated their time and gifts for residents to bid on, creating a fun and meaningful way to give residents something to look forward to while strengthening relationships between staff and residents.
Susan spent the day at the stables near Denby Dale accompanied by Penny Duncan, The Denby’s Wellbeing Coordinator, along with a small group of other residents. The visit proved to be a huge success, with Susan smiling throughout the day as she spent time with the horses.
Susan Armitage, resident at The Denby Care Home, said:
“I’ve had a lovely day – the horses were beautiful.”
Penny Duncan, Wellbeing Coordinator at The Denby, said:
“It was wonderful to see how happy Susan was throughout the visit. Experiences like this mean so much to our residents, and it was a pleasure to be able to support her on such a special day.”
Rachel Crossland, Care Assistant at The Denby Care Home who donated the prize, added:
“It was really rewarding to be able to share something I love with Susan and the other residents. Seeing how much she enjoyed the day made it all worthwhile.”
The team at The Denby Care Home are committed to creating meaningful experiences that enrich residents’ lives, helping them stay connected to their interests and enjoy memorable moments both in and outside the home.
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