Ogmore Ward Easter Fun Day

Chat Issue May 2009

About 3 months ago, Ogmore Ward held a community meeting and patients asked if they could have a Wii Fit and how they could buy it. It was decided that we would hold a fun day and raise money this way. It was coming up to Easter so we decided it would be Easter themed.

cowboy and girl with a rabit

It was the first time for Ogmore Ward to stage anything like this but Cardigan Ward were available for any tips as they had done this a few times in the past. Staff and patients went full out to make the day a success, with a cake stall – courtesy of Jayne, Richard and staff, Hot dogs and burgers – housekeeping, Tesco £50.00 gift voucher – so with this we were able to buy the raffle prizes. Patients donated the prizes for the tombola and we had a mystery Easter bunny. Pin the tail on the Easter bunny was a great success which Dan really enjoyed hosting. Even the ward manager dressed up as an Easter bunny to everyone´s amusement.

painting of a easter bunny

We were hoping to raise £240.00 for the Wii Fit, and when the money was totalled up we had actually raised £350.00. So it goes without saying we were all delighted.

A big thank you for everyone´s support.

Laura (Ogmore)