Churches' summer fun to tackle elderly isolation

Activities will include carpet bowls, arts and crafts, quizzes, balloon volleyball, and a concert

Lincolnshire churches are offering elderly people free summer activities to tackle isolation.

Now in its fifth year, the three-day Holiday At Home event starts on 22 July, and is organised by Churches Together, which includes Mablethorpe, Trusthorpe and Sutton on Sea.

Nigel Collins, pastor at Hope House Church in Mablethorpe, said the activities make people "feel like they're on holiday".

Transport will be provided to the Evangelical Free Church in Sutton on Sea for those who need it, said organisers.

Activities will include carpet bowls, arts and crafts, quizzes, balloon volley ball, and a concert. There will also be trips out.

Mr Collins said the idea for the annual event came about after churchgoers became aware of others who felt isolated.

He added: "People find it a huge benefit."

While there is no age restriction, organisers said activities will be tailored towards those aged over 70.

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