Care home residents have enjoyed a trip to watch AFC Bournemouth play Brentford at the Vitality Stadium.

The premier league club donated tickets to Care South’s Elizabeth House and Castle Dene care homes as part of its on-going community partnership and to mark International Day of Older Persons.

Chris Golding, head of marketing and PR at Care South, said: “Many residents in our care are life-long Cherries fans, so it was fantastic to be able to take them to the match and let them soak up the atmosphere. It was a shame that the team couldn’t secure the win, but residents were happy enough to settle for a draw. The smiles on their faces at the end of the day certainly said it all.

“We celebrate International Day of Older Persons every day at Care South, but it is great to see other businesses and communities celebrate it. A longer life brings with it a wealth of experience and life skills that should be celebrated and shared. Our purpose is to ensure residents continue to live rich and fulfilled lives and that means continuing to offer them opportunities to get involved, be part of the community and enjoy new and favourite pastimes.”

Resident, Mitzy at Queensmead at Castle Dene said “I enjoyed watching the football and I prefer to watch live games. I mostly enjoyed it as I was able to experience a live game with my husband, Ken. I also enjoyed the chanting and the beating of the drums.”