Staff at a local care home have been celebrating completing a 16-mile hike for charity.
Team members at HC-One’s Haven Care Home, in Peacehaven, completed the walk from Eastbourne railway station to the care home via Friston Forest in a time of just under eight hours.
The group raised £760.00 in total, with the money being split between a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society and going towards supporting activities for residents in the care home.
The event, which took place on the 30th June, also aimed to highlight Haven Care Home’s commitment to enriching the lives of its residents through activities including physical exercises - like walking.
Leanne Mack, Head Housekeeper at Haven Care Home, said
“We enjoyed the walk through Friston Forest and the sense of camaraderie with fellow staff members. It was great to come together to accomplish a shared goal. The hardest part of the walk was the last push back to Haven Care Home after such a long journey.
We prepared by having good organisation including designated rest stops, we brought lots of protein snacks and water, and made sure we all checked in with each other throughout as it was a very hot day.
We celebrated completion with a cold drink and pats on the back from our colleagues waiting for us at the care home.”
Home Manager Daryl Winsor said:
"I couldn't be prouder of my team for their incredible effort and dedication in walking 16 miles for charity.
Their commitment and determination truly embody the spirit of our organisation."