Older people at three residential care homes in Leeds love their Nintendo Wiis so much that they are setting up a mini league for their in-house competitions.
The three homes: Westholme, Wortley; Knowle Manor, Morley and Harry Booth House, Beeston have only recently acquired the games consoles for their residents, but the fitness programmes have proved hugely popular, particularly 10-pin bowling.
Tony Moorhouse, 71, a resident at Knowle Manor said:
“Some people may say games consoles are just for young people, but we’ve been having great fun with the new games. The 10-pin bowling is helping us keep fit and active, and it’s much easier to set up a game for many of us than if we had to go to a bowling hall.”
Councillor Peter Harrand, executive board member for adult social care said:
“I’m delighted to see these new consoles have been so well received. I will be keeping a close eye on how the bowling league progresses, and I applaud the residents who have set it up.”
ENDS
For media enquiries please contact:
John Donegan, Leeds City Council Press Office (0113) 247 4450
email John.Donegan@leeds.gov.uk
Tuesday, 24 March 2009
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