Milesian Manor raise £700 for Cancer Charity!
17th September 2025
At their annual Sports Day this year, Milesian Manor incorporated a charitable twist...
On Bank holiday Monday, 25th August, the team at Milesian Manor Lifestyle Care Home came together for their annual sports day in Magherafelt. But it wasn’t all egg-and-spoon sprints and wheelchair races – this year’s event carried a much deeper meaning.
In the weeks leading up to Sports Day, resident John McCullough expressed his interest in raising funds for our charity partner, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland, due to his sister Mary’s current battle with cancer.
John set out to raise £100 for the charity, but with the help of fellow residents, staff, families and generous local businesses, the fundraising baton was well and truly passed around – and the finish line total was an incredible £700.
“I never thought I would raise this much, but it shows that if you try, good things can happen. It was great fun too,” John shared.
At the sports day, John confidently took the microphone to encourage everyone to “dig deep” and explained why the cause meant so much to him. His passion and determination touched the hearts of residents, staff, families and visitors.
View photos from the Sports Day event here.
Despite living with dementia, John demonstrates remarkable recall for personal stories and has built strong friendships with staff and residents at Milesian Manor. Known for his love of stock car racing, John already has his sights set on future fundraising – this time by taking to the race track.
Julie, Lifestyle Care Home Manager at Milesian Manor praised his efforts:
“John’s energy and determination are an inspiration to us all. This is what Milesian Manor is all about – coming together to create memories and make a real difference.”
We’re proud of John’s achievement and would like to express our gratitude to the local community. Thank you to Bell’s Butchers, Bryson’s Magherafelt, McConnell Shoes, McLaughlin’s Pharmacy, The Jungle and many more for your generosity.
The £700 raised will go directly towards supporting cancer charities and helping those affected by the illness. If you have any concerns about cancer, call the free Cancer Focus NI support and information NurseLine on 0800 783 3339.