RESIDENTS at a Worcester care home are preparing to take part in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch this January.
Care UK’s Perry Manor residents on Charles Hasting Way have got their binoculars at the ready and are gearing up to participate in the annual wildlife survey, which will be taking place from Saturday 27 until Monday, January 29.
The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s biggest garden wildlife survey. Every year, over half a million people nationwide take part by counting the birds, as well as other garden species such as badgers and hedgehogs, that they spot in their garden in one hour.
This important survey allows the RSPB to monitor species population and trends year to year.
Residents at Care UK homes across the country have been using the Birdwatch to take part in all sorts of feathered friend-related activities, ranging from art projects to making bird food cakes.
Home manager, Katherine Matthews said: “Spending time outside and connecting with nature has great benefits for both physical and mental wellbeing, which is important for older people, and particularly for those living with dementia.
“What’s lovely is that birdwatching can be enjoyed from the comfort of an armchair, no matter what the weather, thanks to our carefully positioned feeders.
“The residents enjoy getting together to count the wildlife in the home’s garden, so it is always a popular activity.”
