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Ministry of Equity rolls out Golf For Older Persons Initiative

Published: Nov. 9, 2023, 9:46 p.m.

The Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment launched a new initiative to encourage the nation\u2019s older persons to take up golf as a way to improve their physical and mental health. The \u2018Golf for Older Persons\u2019 initiative is a collaboration between the Marian Home, HelpAge St. Lucia, and the Sandals Foundation.

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The aim is to provide older persons access to a golf course, equipment, and coaching and create a supportive and friendly environment while enjoying the outdoors. On\xa0October 31, 2023, all suited in their golf attire, older persons embarked on their one-hour activity at the Sandals Golf Club in Cap Estate, Gros Islet.

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Read more: https://www.govt.lc/news/ministry-of-equity-rolls-out-golf-for-older-persons-initiative

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Watch\xa0video news report:\xa0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zMSOhClYXA