Residents at Manor Lodge in Exmouth will be taking part in a sponsored walk to raise funds for Amelia who has Spina bifida
The plight of a child diagnosed with a birth defect has inspired residents at an Exmouth care home to take part in a sponsored walk.
Those living at Manor Lodge were prompted to rally round the daughter of staff member Jemma Newton after hearing the two-year-old had Spina bifida.
That’s when they came up with the idea of holding a sponsored walk in the gardens of the care home to help.
The challenge will be held at this year’s annual garden party on Tuesday, April 30, with all proceeds going to pay for an electric car to allow two-year-old Amelia to interact with the children at her nursery during their outdoor play time.
Eileen O’Neill, manager at Manor Lodge, said: “Jemma has worked at Manor Lodge for 12 years and having Amelia she says has been a great joy in her life.
“Amelia is a lively and fun loving 2 and-a-half-year old and is a regular visitor to Manor Lodge.
“Manor Lodge residents, staff and families are looking forward to the event and raising lots of money for Amelia.”
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