Established in 1987 by Tony Fryer, the club has five regular volunteers each providing life guarding and poolside support to over 50 members.
Through our Woodford Community Fund, linked to our homes at nearby Woodford Garden Village, the club received a £2,000 donation to purchase a new hoist for use at Life Leisure in Hazel Grove.
“The new hoist has enabled us to welcome swimmers that previously we had to turn away,” said Jo Smith, treasurer at Stockport Sharks.
“We can now accommodate anyone regardless of their upper body control, as the new hoist has a sling attachment and chair with secure harnesses.
“This has led to several new families being able to join us.
“We would like to thank Redrow for their extremely generous donation, which has helped to make it possible to gain more members with a wide range of disabilities, so that they can enjoy the benefits of swimming in their local area.”
Anna Evans-Kerr, head of sales in the North West, said: “This is exactly the reason why we run our community funds, they allow us to bring real benefits to people who live in the areas where we build.
“I’m so pleased to hear the new hoist is making such a difference to the club already. The volunteers do a wonderful job and it’s great that the new hoist will enable the club to take on more members.”
For more about Stockport Sharks see: www.stockportsharksswimmingclub.org.uk
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