Where did the idea come from? “It started following a conversation with carers,” the founder Anthony Blackburn shares. “They were juggling ferrying their partners to different exercise and support groups, as well as golf, and finding it really stressful to manage. They said, ‘It would be great if we could do it all in oneContinueContinue reading “Forever Golf Days: A Game-Changing Idea for Golfers and Carers”
Category Archives: Adult care
Unpaid Carers: The Unsung Heroes of Society
In our busy world, where attention often falls upon professionals in various fields, there is a group of individuals that often goes unnoticed and under appreciated: unpaid carers. These unsung heroes dedicate their lives to providing care and support to loved ones, day in and day out. The physical, emotional, and mental toll they bearContinueContinue reading “Unpaid Carers: The Unsung Heroes of Society”
Golf: The Ultimate Value for Money Holistic Support Service
Imagine a service that provides you with a holistic support system, nurturing your mind, body, and soul, all for the affordable price of just £10 an hour. A service that gives you access to beautiful green spaces, offers socialisation and new friendships, encourages physical activity, and provides a safe environment for you or your lovedContinueContinue reading “Golf: The Ultimate Value for Money Holistic Support Service”
Providing Value For Money In Comparison To The Health Industry
Golf in Society’s services are an incredible value for money compared to the rest of the health and care industry. For as little as £10 per hour, people living with chronic illness and their carers can access a comprehensive range of benefits. Our program provides access to green spaces, social opportunities, and a break fromContinueContinue reading “Providing Value For Money In Comparison To The Health Industry”
Residential Care Home Golf Activities
Are you looking to bring joy and fun to the residents of your care home? Golf in Society is revolutionising the way seniors are able to enjoy golf. We design and deliver enjoyable golf sessions for residents of care homes, allowing them to experience the fun and social benefits of playing golf in a safeContinueContinue reading “Residential Care Home Golf Activities”
Edith – Britain’s Oldest Golfer
Could Edith be Britain’s Oldest Golfer? We reckon one of our lovely participants, Edith Camp is Britain’s oldest golfer – at the grand age of 101. She regularly joins our hour-long golf sessions at Newton House Care Home in East Renfrewshire near Glasgow and participates in our sessions which are not only great fun butContinueContinue reading “Edith – Britain’s Oldest Golfer”
Research Proves How Golf in Society is Transforming Lives
Since I started my social mission six years ago I’ve struggled to get Health & Social Care stakeholders on board. The biggest issue has been the lack of evidence on the impact Golf in Society has on people’s lives. Last year I was lucky enough to be accepted onto Sheffield Hallam University’s Wellbeing Accelerator programme.ContinueContinue reading “Research Proves How Golf in Society is Transforming Lives”
Time to Relax for Unpaid Carers – part two
Following on from Linda’s blog about the first day of their recent “Time to Relax” leisure break, I’m delighted to share the second half of Linda’s story with you. So Linda, it’s over to you to take us through day two.. Linda Barnes – Wife to Carer I’m getting some breakfast juice. I return toContinueContinue reading “Time to Relax for Unpaid Carers – part two”
The George Haydon Cup
For those of you like me who cannot imagine a day without sport in your life, you’ll quickly realise why meeting George and his wife Gillian was a very special day in my life. George passed away recently but has left me, and many others, with some very special memories that will last a lifetime.ContinueContinue reading “The George Haydon Cup”
Join The Club – Golf In Society Leads The Way
The last place many families living with dementia would think of going for an enjoyable day out would be their local golf club. An uncomfortable truth for the golf industry is that public perceptions of golf clubs remain unchanged despite numerous campaigns to change them. That’s why we’re so proud of leading the way inContinueContinue reading “Join The Club – Golf In Society Leads The Way”