Residents at Cherry Holt and Branthwaite care homes in Retford were recently treated to a special day filled with laughter, games and delicious food, designed to prove that good nutrition and physical activity go hand in hand.
Leading care home meals provider, apetito teamed up with BeGreatFitness to create a lively programme that showcased how healthy food and regular movement can transform the wellbeing of older adults.
The day of fun activities included the likes of boules, hoopla and an exercise class, as well as a traditional funfair-style ‘Hook a Duck’, all helping residents to build strength, balance and flexibility – vital in reducing the risk of falls and maintaining independence.
After working up an appetite, the meals provider dished up a nutritious lunch from its “Apetiser” van for residents and relatives, with dishes including Fish & Chips, Chicken Korma and Mexican Bean Chilli, finished off by cakes and ice creams.
Bailey Greetham-Clark, Managing Director of BeGreatFitness, spoke on the importance of encouraging the older generation to keep moving, saying:
“There’s a phrase – ‘move it or lose it’ – and it’s true. As we age, movement often declines which can impact both physical and mental health, ultimately resulting in a loss of someone’s independence and livelihood.
“And staying active goes hand in hand with good nutrition. If the food being served isn’t giving residents the energy and nutrition that they need, then they are not able to take part – and we can see the difference today when both come together. Ultimately, if residents don’t eat well then, they don’t live well.”
Richard Woodward, General Manager of Care Homes at apetito, further commented on the day saying:
“It’s been a pleasure to see residents, relatives and staff enjoying both the activities and the food on offer. At apetito, we are passionate about making every mealtime nourishing, social and uplifting. Partnering with BeGreatFitness has been instrumental in supporting this mission and showcasing the important role that nutrition and exercise have in improving quality of life in care.”
Speaking on the importance of partnerships like this one, Bailey added:
“Today has shown how important collaborations like this are for the care sector, and why there is a need for more to be taking place. We’re extremely pleased to partner with apetito and set the foundations of how nutrition and exercise can go together – helping older adults nourish, move and thrive.”
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