A spooky fund-raiser with a pink twist was enjoyed by residents at a housing scheme in Wigan

Halloween and Breast Cancer Awareness Month came together for a special event in Wigan.

Wigan residents came together for a Halloween fund-raiser with pink fancy dress and party games.

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Staff and residents wore fancy dress | Anchor

Later-living housing provider Life in Place from Anchor hosted the event for Breast Cancer Now at The Standard, Berystede Court development in Standish during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Residents donned pink fancy dress to enjoy party games with a spooky twist, including guessing the pumpkin’s name and a quiz.

Raffle ticket sales and donations raised money for Breast Cancer Now.

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Life in Place from Anchor hosts Halloween fundraiser | Anchor

Manager Jackie Calderbank said: “It was lovely to see residents come together, embrace the pink theme and enjoy some Halloween fun while raising money for Breast Cancer Now.

“The charity’s research and support services make a real difference to people affected by breast cancer. We would like to thank everyone who joined us and donated.

“With the help of our well-being co-ordinator Julie Shaw, hairdresser Kate Leatherbarrow and the on-site team, Life in Place from Anchor put on a fantastic team-building experience, promoting social inclusion and community here.”

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