27/08/2008 Your Homes Newcastle has been helping older people in its sheltered housing accommodation stay fit and active.

YHN brought Target Golf, a hybrid of golf and darts, to Dunira House, in Jesmond, last week.  The pilot includes three other sheltered schemes across the city - Allendale House, Byker, Eastbourne Court, Walker, and Teasdale House, Newbiggin Hall.

YHN Sheltered Housing Manager Tony Railton said:

"Feedback from Dunira House has been very positive with lots of residents asking when they'll be able to play again. There is even the possibility of some kind of inter-sheltered home tournament taking place."

Target Golf aims to improve health and mobility and also keeps the brain active as residents add up their own scores and indulge in a bit of friendly competition.

Dunira House resident Betty Templeton is pictured taking a shot watched by fellow residents and YHN staff.