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New City College hosts uplifting Activity Days in support of Parkinson’s UK

New City College hosts uplifting Activity Days in support of Parkinson’s UK

New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.

The events took place at the college’s Havering Sixth Form campus in Hornchurch and Redbridge campus in Chadwell Heath, welcoming members from the Havering and District and Redbridge branches of Parkinson’s UK. Both days proved to be a huge success, with guests leaving smiling and full of praise for the experience.

Designed to promote wellbeing, creativity and connection, the Activity Days offered a wide range of engaging sessions to suit all interests and abilities. From movement-based activities to creative workshops, the events provided valuable opportunities for participants to stay active, socialise and try something new in a supportive environment.

At the Redbridge campus, the day was sponsored by Fairlop Lions Club and featured an exciting programme including Tai Chi, yoga, art, non-contact boxing, table tennis, karaoke, IT sessions and speech therapy. Guests also heard from an inspiring panel of speakers, including Parkinson’s UK CEO Caroline Rassell, Carl Beech, inventor of the Beechband wrist device, and NHS representative Sarah Wynard, who spoke about the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and how it benefits those with Parkinson’s.

New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.

Special guests included Leader of Redbridge Council Kam Rai and Councillor Bert Jones, while staff from West Ham United led popular sessions in mindfulness, Tai Chi and walking football. The day ended on a high with an energetic Bhangra dance session in the theatre.

Jagdeep Aujla, from the Redbridge and Epping Forest Parkinson’s branch, said: “I want to say a heartfelt thank you to all the team and students at NCC, for making it such a wonderful day. All the planning and organisation that went into the event was very much appreciated, and I have been inundated with positive feedback from our members. I am already looking forward to next year!”

Meanwhile, at the Havering Sixth Form campus, guests enjoyed a similarly vibrant day with seated yoga, boxing and walking football, alongside arts and crafts, singing sessions and table tennis. Relaxation and wellbeing were also key, with beauty treatments including manicures, hand massages and head, neck and shoulder massages.

The day also featured a buffet lunch, a carer’s forum, quiz and raffle, as well as a talk from Parkinson’s UK CEO Caroline Rassell – who attended both events.

New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.
New City College was filled with energy, laughter and a strong sense of community as two inspiring charity Activity Days were held in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.

Caroline praised the impact of the events, saying: “Our core purpose is to provide care, hope, better treatments and ultimately a cure. But being active is something that I believe strongly in, as it’s great for your physical and mental health and allows you to make new and different connections. That’s why this Activity Day is so important.

“Well done to New City College on another fantastic event – the student volunteers are a credit to you, it has been a fantastic day.”

Maria Thompson from the Havering Parkinson’s group also commended the college’s student helpers: “These young people have been a bundle of energy throughout the day. If they are the future, then the future is very bright!

“All the sessions, staff and students were absolutely fantastic. The college has made us feel so comfortable and really added to the positivity of the day. We’ve all had a fabulous time.”

Both events were organised by New City College’s marketing team. Marketing Manager Jamie Webb said: “The day brought a lot of laughter and shared fun between the Parkinson’s UK guests and our staff and students. It was a brilliant example of how New City College can support and engage with our local community.”

 

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