A Worthing care home which supports veterans is inviting the community to take part in a fiery evening of fundraising, with a Firewalk Challenge.

The event will raise money for Care for Veterans – a Royal Star & Garter Home, and take place at Worthing Rugby Club on 20 September.

Participants will brave a walk across red-hot wood embers to raise funds for the care and wellbeing of residents. The Home provides long-term nursing, rehabilitation, respite and end-of-life care to veterans and their families who live with disabilities, including acquired brain injury and degenerative neurological conditions.

‘Symbolic’

Home Manager Vicky Strange said: “This event is about a community coming together to honour people who have already faced some of life’s greatest battles. Walking across fire is symbolic of the challenges our veterans have overcome, and a great way to show your support for the wonderful people we care for.”

The Firewalk takes place between 6-9pm, and includes a 30-minute briefing. Those taking part must be aged 12 or above, and able to walk unaided and at a fast pace. Registration is £25 and participants are asked to raise a minimum £50 in sponsorship. A special prize will be awarded to the person who raises the most.

Care for Veterans is now part of the Royal Star & Garter group, following a merger earlier this year.

The Firewalk takes place at Worthing Rugby Club, in Roundstone Lane, Angmering. To register, go to: https://www.careforveterans.org.uk/events/firewalk-fundraiser/

Care for Veterans is welcoming new residents. For more information on this and other ways to fundraise and support, please go to  www.careforveterans.org.uk