Valuable exercise classes at The Heriotts in Droitwich have been given a huge boost following successful funding.

The Worcestershire retirement complex applied to Platform Housing Group's Community Chest to extend its seated yoga club for residents and beyond.

The funding has ensured that the club can offer classes for the next half a year.

Liz Jauncey, a resident, said: "We are delighted to have been awarded this grant from Platform Housing Group.

"The classes not only support physical and mental well being, they also offer an opportunity for residents and people in the community to come together, develop in confidence, make new friends and feel more connected."

Marion Duffy, chief operations officer at Platform Housing Group, explained the benefits of the classes.

"Ensuring our customers have access to activities that aid physical health and encourage better mental health is really important within our communities.

"These seated exercises are tailored for the older person and those with disabilities.

"We are so glad to support this project."

The grant comes from a funding pot that is available for Platform customers and local charities, clubs and other not-for-profit organisations. You can apply for the grant if your work or project directly benefits Platform customers. Every application is assessed against specific eligibility criteria by customers who sit on the Customer Voice Panel.