Age Concern Hampshire’s Quiz and Curry Night Raises Over £650 for Older People’s Services
The community of Locks Heath came together on Friday, 25th October to support Age Concern Hampshire’s Quiz and Curry Night, held at the Lockswood Care and Wellbeing Centre. The event, which was a huge success, brought together local residents, staff, volunteers, and members of the wider community for an evening of fun, laughter, and goodwill.
The night featured a lively performance by the Soberton Strummers Ukulele Club, as well as an engaging quiz and raffle, which kept the guests entertained. The homemade curry, prepared by the centre’s own chef, Stuart, was a highlight of the evening and thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Sarah Jacobs, Marketing Manager at Age Concern Hampshire, expressed her gratitude, saying: “We’d like to extend a big thank you to everyone who supported our fundraising event. Your contributions helped make the evening a wonderful success. The funds raised will allow us to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of older people in the local community.”
The event received outstanding support from both local residents and the wider community, with generous donations, ticket sales, and volunteer efforts combining to raise over £650 in essential funds. Age Concern Hampshire was also grateful for the support of ‘in kind’ donations of food and beverages from local businesses, as well as individuals who donated prizes. The evening highlighted the power of coming together to uplift and support local communities.
Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provides services to the older community of Hampshire. The charity currently delivers support at their Care & Wellbeing centres throughout the county, as well as Help at Home, Information via their Information Hub, Foot care clinics, Hospital to Home Services, Community Information Volunteer Services, and a variety of other activities.
For more information, please visit their website at www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk or contact them at Age Concern Hampshire Centre, Way Locks Heath, Southampton, SO31 6DX, Tel: 01962 868545.
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