Shropshire Star

Togetherness at care home tango time

A 95-year-old woman is among care home residents showing the younger generation how to tango their way to health thanks to a revolutionary exercise project.

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Pupils Cerys Roberts and Archie Griffiths with activities co ordinator Mandi Southern and resident Megan Roberts

The Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts are partnering with eight and nine-year-olds at Chirk Court Care Home, in Chirk, in a project designed to promote intergenerational friendships and improve wellbeing.

The weekly dance sessions, which draw on a host of dance style, are attended by up to 20 elderly residents at any one time.

Once a month, the home invites around 10 schoolchildren from nearby Ysgol y Waun to join in.

Ysgol Y Waun pupils at Chirk Court Care Home
Ysgol Y Waun pupils at Chirk Court Care Home

Nan Roberts, 95, originally from Glyn Ceiriog, said: “I look forward to the dance and exercise class each week. I’ve made lots of friends and enjoy spending time with the school children on their visit.”