Falkirk care home workers to tackle 21-mile-long Kiltwalk fundraiser
Staff from a Falkirk care home are gearing up for the Edinburgh Kiltwalk.
The team of six from Burnbrae Care Home are ready to tackle the 21-mile-long trek to raise money to build residents a sensory garden.
At the heart of their challenge is a goal to raise enough money to build a safe and welcoming sensory garden space at the Burnbrae Road home for service users living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and learning difficulties to enjoy. The sensory garden would feature a peaceful yet stimulating atmosphere for people to see, hear, touch, and explore different things.
The team, named The Kiltwalk Girls, will take part in the Mighty Stride on Sunday, September 13. Beginning at Holyrood Park, the Kiltwalk Girls kick off at 9.30 am, before finishing up at Murrayfield Stadium. The average time for completing this mammoth stretch is six hours.
The Kiltwalk Girls said: “If you’re able to donate, no matter how big or small, we would really appreciate your support. Every donation will help us get one step closer to creating this special space for the people we care for.”
The Kiltwalk Girls have currently raised more than £400 for the sensory garden. Donations can be handed in to the office at Burnbrae care home or submitted online at the team’s JustGiving page. All money raised by participants from the walk goes directly to their chosen charities. Last year, the Kiltwalk raised more than £8.3 million for 1800 charities across the country. More information about the event, including maps of walking routes, can be found on the Kiltwalk’s website.