Rivendell care home bowls team on a roll after being crowned champions in inter-care home competition

Residents from Rivendell View care home have been crowned champions of an inter care home bowls competition.

Going head-to-head with Edwalton Manor Care Home and Willowbrook care home, the Rivendell View residents’ bowls team scooped up first place, beating the competition for a second year.

85-year-old Rivendell View player, Sylvia Parker, said, ‘I’m so pleased we won, I can’t wait to go back home and share our news with the other residents.’

The Home Manager at Rivendell View, Lisa Tungate, added, ‘It’s so important to us that our residents feel part of the community, and they always enjoy meeting new people and forming friendships.

‘We’re very proud of our fantastic bowls team, but we’re even happier that they enjoyed the day so much! We’re looking forward to seeing everyone again soon.’

Residents at Rivendell View are inviting the local community to and evening of mulled wine and mince pies on Friday 20^th December from 18:00. All are welcome to come along, free of charge, for a night of festivities.