HC-One’s Ashworth Grange Care Home, in Mirfield, Dewsbury, proudly partnered with Dewsbury Cares Community Group to make a dream come true for over 50 vulnerable adults and volunteers, who enjoyed a memorable day trip to Blackpool’s iconic seaside.
This marked the community group’s first-ever seaside outing, a heartwarming initiative supported by a £500 donation from the family of a late service user and generous contributions from Ashworth Grange.
The group, which supports vulnerable adults and homeless individuals across Dewsbury and surrounding areas, set off with a coach full of excitement, armed with cricket sets and beach balls.
Ashworth Grange Care Home stepped in to ensure everyone was well-fed, donating lunch bags packed with sandwiches, crisps, biscuits, and flavoured water, including vegetarian options, for all participants.
Michelle Hainsworth, Dewsbury Cares Community Group volunteer, said:
"We bring everyone together, it doesn't matter what your lifestyle is, your colour or your creed. We love seeing people that are all different sharing the same day.
“To introduce a trip to the seaside was something we had dreamt about so with the kind-hearted community we live in and Ashworth Grange Care Home supporting us we were able to make it happen. We plan on making this an annual trip as this one has been very successful.”
Deborah White, HC-One’s Ashworth Grange Care Home Manager, stated:
“We’re thrilled to support Dewsbury Cares Community Group in making their first-ever Blackpool seaside adventure a reality for over 50 vulnerable adults and volunteers. We believe in the power of community and inclusion, and it was great to see everyone come together for such a joyful day.
“From providing lunch bags to contributing to the trip’s success, we’re proud to have played a part in creating lasting memories. We look forward to supporting this wonderful initiative in the years to come.”
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