Independence Day: How Southampton FC is helping older people stay fit

Video report by ITV News Meridian's Andrew Pate

Southampton Football Club is encouraging older people to stay fit and independent as we come out of the pandemic.

FA Cup winning manager Lawrie McMenemy was part of the Saints Foundation team - which welcomed people to St Mary's to encourage them to get active and build confidence for the club's 'Maintain Your Independence Day'.

Southampton Football Club is encouraging older people to stay fit and independent

The Saints Foundation invited people along for the day, to find out more information, as well as taking part in a workout.

FA Cup winning manager Lawrie McMenemy was part of the Saints Foundation team

Southampton's FA Cup winning manager Lawrie McMenemy was on hand too as a Saints Foundation Ambassador.

A number of stands were created which offered advice, from Fire Safety to Finance.

It also included aspects of health for the older person such as help with balance and safeguarding against falls.

A number of stands were created for the event to offer advice

  • Marion Gealer, Health Team, Saints Foundation