Release date: Monday 18th September


Independence Homes to stage annual fun day at London Community Cricket Association


Independence Homes, the epilepsy care specialist which has its headquarters in Croydon, is holding its annual fun day on Saturday 30th September, from 10am to 4.30pm, at the London Community Cricket Association Cricket Centre, which is in Plough Lane, Wallington.

The fun day, which aims to raise awareness of epilepsy as well as raising money for good causes, generated over £3000 in 2005. The aim is to beat that figure this year, with the proceeds to be split between the London Community Cricket Association itself, and Epilepsy Action, which is the largest member led epilepsy organisation in the UK.

The day itself is organised by staff and service users at Independence Homes. Independence Homes was formed in 1997 specifically to help people with epilepsy and learning difficulties to fulfill their potential and achieve their own objectives. The company provides accommodation and support for adults living with epilepsy, other medical needs and learning disability. Today, Independence Homes employs almost 200 staff and support over 50 adults in both supported living programmes and community based residential care.

Karen Walker, who is deputy development manager at Independence Homes, said:
“We had a great day last year, and this year should be even better. There’ll be a sponsored walk, an auction, treasure hunt, entertainment stalls, bric-a-brac, face painting, nail painting, fancy dress, a plant stall, the stocks and much more! Our local radio station, Radio Jackie, will be there too. There’s also a licensed bar and a barbeque.”

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For further information on Independence Homes please contact Jacqui Barclay on 0845 390 1234.