Fireworks for Wigan-based youth charity
The Standish Care Village is set to host a bonfire event in aid of a charity changing the lives of young people in the region.
The
event will take place at Standish Care Village on November 5th, with all proceeds raised being donated to Wigan Youth Zone, specifically to support the charity’s efforts over the Christmas period. The
Standish Care Village is a unique setting in the North West, combining three care homes catering to different needs.
Wigan Youth Zone welcomes young people aged 8–19
(up to 25 for those with additional needs), offering a wide range of activities
designed around their interests and passions. Running the Youth Zone costs over
£2 million each year, made possible through the support of the community and
grant-giving organisations like Millennium Care, helping to positively impact
more than 5,000 young people annually. Millennium Care became Gold Patrons of the Youth Zone in 2023.
The event will be both dementia and child-friendly with the utilisation of low noise fireworks. Admission is free of charge, with various food and drinks available for attendees. All proceeds from sales will go to Wigan Youth Zone.
The donation will pay for the delivery of care packages, food donations and gifts provided to young people and their families this Christmas.
“We hosted a bonfire night last year, and that was a huge success. The Village was only two homes then, so we’re expecting bigger and better this year!
“Not only will the event be great for our residents, their loved ones and the community we’re a part of, but it will also raise money for a fabulous organisation and directly impact young people in our region over the holiday period.”
“Christmas should be a time filled with joy, yet for too many young people and their families, it can be a time of real struggle. The generosity of Millennium Care, one of our Gold Patrons, will directly support our Miracle on Parsons Walk campaign, helping hundreds of young people and families over the festive season.
“What makes this partnership so special is the way it brings generations together; residents, families and staff at Standish Care Village standing side by side with the young people of Wigan and Leigh. It’s a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when our community unites for the next generation.”
Langtree Care Home provides advanced nursing and dementia care; Worthington Lake Care Home provides residential and dementia care, and Lakeside Care Home provides specialised nursing care. The Village gives peace of mind for when a resident’s condition changes, allowing them to remain in the same familiar setting, creating a continuity like no other in the region.
The event will fit into Millennium Care’s ethos and approach as the provider prioritises non-pharmacological approaches to care, which include both intergenerational activities and connecting with the community.
Event details:
Wednesday 5th
November, from 4:30 PM (Fireworks at 6 PM)
Standish Care Village, Chorley Road, Standish, WN1 2XN
To learn more information about the Standish Care Village, click here.
