Doncaster youngster has long hair cut off to raise cash for care home

Kind hearted Blake Burnand, 11, raised £300 for residents at RMBI Care Co Home Harry Priestley House in Thorne by having his long hair chopped.

Blake, who lives in Thorne, decided to brave the hairdresser’s chair for the first time ever before starting at high school in September.

He came up with the idea himself to have his haircut sponsored to raise money for Harry Priestley House, which provides residential care for adults with learning disabilities.

Inspired by his mum, who works at the home as a care support worker, kind-hearted Blake set up a JustGiving page and his family, friends, and the local community generously donated.

Proud mum, Melanie Burnand, explained: “Blake decided to be sponsored for having his haircut because he wanted to do something nice for the residents at Harry Priestley House.”

Home Manager, Anne Stobart, said: “What Blake has done is such a thoughtful thing to do and it means such a lot to everyone here. We plan to spend the money on some sensory equipment to promote our residents’ health and wellbeing and if there’s a little left over, some nice sweet treats for residents when we go out on day trips would be lovely.”

As well as residential care, it offers a variety of support services for residents to engage in the local community and take part in activities outside the home.

For more information visit: http://www.rmbi.org.uk/