A RESIDENT at HC-One’s The Denby Care Home in Huddersfield has enjoyed a 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.
She said: “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 auction was organised by staff at The Denby, who donated their time and gifts for residents to bid on, creating a fun and meaningful way to give residents something to look forward to.
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.