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Spelthorne Care Connections

NOTICE BOARD October 2017

Changing seasons.. Autumn colour is appearing, and there can be much enjoyment in seeing the seasonal changes. Change in our lives is sometimes welcome, other times changes come uninvited and trouble us. Life is about change: it’s good to be aware of how we can best manage change for ourselves, and we become all the more informed as we help others through their times of change and need. We can appreciate how change brings challenge and this is the case for people as they grow older and lose friends, familiar contacts and opportunities. Age and immobility isolates. ‘Get Online Week’ is the first week of October and aims to promote help to the older generations by introducing them to online possibilities, and develop their skills in using digital media. I support any such help to the elderly. However I am stirred to suggest we also have a ‘Being Offline Week’! I say this to highlight the isolation many feel; those not connected to the internet OR really wanting to be. What a good number of elderly people call for – and I certainly identify with this – is neighbourly, approachable and available face-toface contact with others, real contact and socialisation and to have someone be alongside to support them when it becomes necessary. Changes in our society have continued to isolate and we store up problems when we reduce person to person contact through our digital world.

With Kind Regards Nigel Drury, Community Connector for Spelthorne

Official Notices Spelthorne Joint Committee is made up of representatives from Surrey County Council and Spelthorne Borough Council. The committee make decisions on many important local issues that affect those who live, work and study in Spelthorne such as: highways, youth services, road safety and library services. Four formal meetings are held a year which the public are invited to attend and there is also an opportunity for residents to submit petitions and ask the committee questions about issues that affect the local area. Items that are expected to be discussed over the coming months are:  River Thames scheme and local flooding prevention  Surrey Fire & Rescue performance update

 The next meeting is 2 October at 6.30pm in the council chamber For more information about what is being discussed or how you can participate please visit our website: www.surreycc.gov.uk/spelthorne or contact your Partnership Committee Officer Carys Walker. Tel. 01483 517530 or email [email protected]

This ‘Notice Board’ is sent out monthly by me, Nigel Drury, Community Connector for Spelthorne. It depends upon contributions being sent in. So it’s up to you! -Maybe you have something to share around community group leaders and professionals in health and social care in Spelthorne? Please do send it in. See the criteria for entries and my contact information at the foot of this communication. Do be free to share this more widely with your groups, team or colleagues. The Spelthorne Borough Council website now has this Notice Board through the following link: https://www.spelthorne.gov.uk/Care-Connections-NB

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It’s Get Online Week 2-8 October so Surrey County Council and partners have teamed up to offer you a varied programme of free ‘taster’ events where you can learn the basics of using computers and the internet. This year’s theme is Try 1 Thing – use the internet to do just one thing you’d normally do in a shop or bank, at a doctor’s surgery or chemist, or even over the phone. There are so many things you could try online - apply for or renew your Blue Badge; renew library books; order groceries; send an email instead of a letter; speak to family and friends face-to-face on a video call using your tablet or laptop – it’s often cheaper than using the phone. If you’re an unpaid carer, there’s an online tool available called Jointly. It’s been designed by carers to try and make looking after someone a little easier to manage, and you access it via the internet from a computer or mobile phone (smartphone). There’s something for everyone. Come to an event near you and find out how the internet can make life easier, cheaper, and more fun. Take a look at what’s on where. NB. Use the links in light blue lettering in above text.

Get Online Week Learn the basics – FREE one-to-one sessions at Ashford Library, 34 Church Street, Ashford TW15 2XB. Friday 6th October, sessions 10:30am -12:30pm; 1:30pm – 3:30pm Develop your confidence using the computer and learn basic computer skills with help and one-to-one support from your local library’s friendly staff and volunteers. Drop in sessions may also be available on the day, with the option to book longer appointments with one of the 40 digital buddies. Bring your own device if you prefer. All branches have free WiFi, screen reader software, large-screen computers, large keyboards and trackball mice. There’s free access to computers for library members (and visitor memberships). Please note, charges apply to guest visitors.

Book appointments online with your GP - Come to Sunbury Health Centre during Get Online Week where Healthwatch Surrey will explain the benefits of signing up to online services, and demonstrate how you can manage your appointments and prescriptions online. Ask for more information at your own surgery too. Friday 6th October – Healthwatch Surrey, Sunbury Health Centre, Green Street, Sunbury-On-Thames, TW16 6RH To book, call 0303 303 0023 or text 07592 787533.

Friday 6th October 10am-4pm Basic Computing Drop In at The Hub Staines – 4 Thames Street, Staines Upon Thames, TW18 4SD

Senior Years matters The Lasting Post https://www.lastingpost.com/ This is a useful website for bereavement advice, inheritance tax, and probate matters.

Independent Age is a growing charity helping older people across the UK to live more independent, fulfilling lives. Founded over 150 years ago, we are an established voice for older people and their families and carers, offering free advice and information and providing services such befriending, to promote wellbeing and reduce loneliness. In addition to this we use the knowledge and understanding gained from our frontline services to campaign on issues that affect older people, like poverty, loneliness and carers’ rights. For more information please see our website www.independentage.org or telephone 0800 319 6789.

Housing Care http://www.housingcare.org Useful website for a whole range of housing matters for the elderly. Downsizing? Financing care? Residential care considerations and much more.

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Extending our learning – being equipped Become a Wellbeing Buddy Spelthorne residents are encouraged to join a new Wellbeing Buddy Scheme - the project helps build people's confidence and emotional wellbeing by connecting them with activities in the local community. For example, someone recovering from depression or anxiety may lack the confidence to join a choir or other group activity, so a buddy would be matched with client in order to do so.

Opportunities during the day, evening, weekend with full training and support given. Please contact us for more information Email: [email protected]

‘Everybody’s Business’ Basic child and adolescent mental health awareness for professionals and volunteers who work directly with children and young people Two-day Multi-Agency training course Tuesdays 3rd and 10th October 09:30 -16:30 Thameside Centre, Wyatt Road, Staines Tuesdays 24th and 21st October 09:30 -16:30 Thameside Centre, Wyatt Road, Staines

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Identifying and supporting factors which contribute to good mental health in children and young people To be able to identify signs that a child or young person is struggling with their mental health To be able to clarify your role and responsibility within your agency in responding at an early stage to a child or young person To be able to access or signpost appropriate services to support the child or young person, and understand what CAMHS can offer.

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To increase your mental health awareness - Awareness of mental health support services. To promote inter-agency working

How to book For SCC employees, please book through the self-service portal. For external delegates, if you would like to apply for a place on this training course, then please contact our Training Administration team by emailing: [email protected]

Learn something new! Whatever your interests or aims, Strode’s College Adult Learning provides a wide range of courses to suit your needs. Whether you are looking for a new career direction, improved job prospects, new skills or just learning for pleasure, we have an excellent selection of courses for you including AAT Accounting, Counselling, ESOL, GCSEs, Languages, Dance and Exercise and Art and Crafts and many more. Phone 01784 228676 or 01784 228677 to enrol, email [email protected] or visit www.strodes.ac.uk for more information.

Computer Lessons for the over 50s Benwell Community Centre Downside, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6RT Sunbury. Fridays 9am-1pm. 1-2-1. We have a computer, but please feel free to bring a laptop, tablet or smart phone. Tel: 01932 784232 email: [email protected] web: www.spelthorne.gov.uk/communitycentres

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Digital fundraising course If more than half the UK population is using social media how can you make digital income a funding source for your organisation? A digital fundraising course is now offered. Staines office on 14th November 2017 The term ‘digital fundraising’ is getting a lot of publicity and all it means is fundraising on line instead of writing applications or tin rattling. The course will cover: •The digital tools available to you •How to create a digital campaign •Crowdfunding and Donation Pages •Measuring your success Contact me at [email protected] to book a place or for more information. I'll also be running our established application writing course in Surrey Heath on 17th October 2017. Suzie, Deputy Chief Officer, Voluntary Support North Surrey Surrey Heath Office: 01276 707565 Staines Office: 01784 465536

Other notices New term - new workshops! Dramatize is a theatre company for individuals with learning disabilities. We run theatrical workshops, performances & events exploring different theatrical mediums, breaking barriers within society. We work with a range of different levels of ability, providing care and support, to ensure the theatre industry is accessible to all. Dramatize encourages our service users to believe in themselves, to develop and to achieve the unexpected.

Dramatize has a new evening programme. There is still time to sign up! Take a look at what's on offer below...

Mondays - 4.30-7.30pm Theatre School A 3-hour session, with professional singing, dance and acting teachers joining together teaching pieces from different musicals/shows. The session will work on techniques within all 3 elements of the arts, working on performances to a professional level. Cost - £15 per session Payable in a block total of £240

Wednesdays - 4.30-6pm Creative Movement An exploration of embodied dance, working on a range of different themes and techniques, in turn developing their own narrative and movement material. Cost - £10 per session Payable in a block total of £160 Wednesdays - 6-7pm Zumba An aerobic fitness class featuring movements to the latest chart hits! A great session to improve on physical fitness. Cost - £5 per session Payable in a block total of £80

Alternate Fridays commencing 8th September - 7-10pm Youth Club A fun, vibrant club to enable individuals to experience different adult social situations within the community. The club will consist of an array of activities, including clubbing, going to the pub, theatre trips and grown up activities. Cost - £15 per session Payable in a block total of £120 Book now via - 07912183085 / [email protected]

The Benwell Centre in Sunbury Downside, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6RT Open Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm. Contact: Sacha Harden Tel: 01932 784232 email: [email protected] web: www.spelthorne.gov.uk/communitycentres Activities for the over 50s include line dancing, seated laughter yoga, extend exercise, art/ craft classes, computer lessons, Knit and Natter, bingo and scrabble club, themed parties, day trips, holidays, hairdressing and chiropody. Restaurant open daily.

 Benwell Community golf Every Tuesday 10am-11pm (between 12th September to 14th November 2017)

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The Greeno Centre, Shepperton 

Purple Angels are at the Greeno every other Monday carers support for

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those living with Dementia and their carers/ loved ones. Entertainment. Everyone is welcome. Chair based exercise free for everyone Tuesday 11.11.30. Thursday 11.30 to 12. Greeno Shed is open Weds, Thurs, Friday 9am to 12 noon - A Men in Sheds project.

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Free entertainment every Thursday 1.30 to 3pm all welcome. The CAMEO group are here every day /Alzheimer’s memory group. Opal group for Dementia, stroke survivors and anyone who needs a little extra help.

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Please contact us for more information about any of the above activities. Tel. 01932 246173

Surrey Disability Alliance Network

The Disability Alliance Network in Surrey (DANS) is made up of four groups of local disabled people, and carers, who meet up quarterly.

The local groups and support networks play a vital role in enabling disabled people to maintain a sense of connectedness to other disabled people and local residents. The groups can also provide very practical support to enable opportunities to participate in social and community life and leisure/cultural activities. As well as disabled people and their carers, representatives from local organisations like Surrey County Council, the NHS and supportive charities regularly attend meetings to give advice and information.

Come to the local meetings! North DAN Runnymede, Spelthorne, Woking & Surrey Heath 20th November 2pm - 4pm Addlestone Community Centre, KT15 2NJ If you face challenges in getting to the venue, we can provide you with appropriate free transport. We can also help with hearing loops and BSL interpreters. There is space for wheelchairs and guide dogs and tea/coffee and biscuits are provided for all. If you would like to attend our meetings, or know someone else that would, please contact Sandy Frean, Engagement Officer at Surrey County Council. email: [email protected] call or text 07976 864082

Agein' with Attitude

Socialise - Energise - Mobilise

Agein’ with Attitude run groups in Stanwell, for over 50s. First and foremost these groups are fun and friendly, where people are able to socialise and make new friends. Everyone goes out of their way to make new visitors very welcome! Currently, in Stanwell we are running;

‘Let’s get Moving.. Dance Exercise to great music! First session FREE! Thereafter £3.50 per session. This session is open to all abilities and is partially or completely chair based depending on your fitness level. Monday 11am – noon Stanwell Rose Community Centre, Mulberry Ave, TW19 7SF Thursday 2pm - 3pm Stanwell Village Hall, High Street

Bingo Tuesday 2pm - 3.30pm Stanwell Rose Community Centre, Mulberry Avenue, TW19 7SAF £2.00 entry including refreshments and 35p per book Thursday 10.30-noon Stanwell Rose Community Centre, Mulberry Ave, TW19 7SF £2.00 entry and 35p per book including refreshments

We also run the occasional trip! Any questions please ring Gill on 01784 462454 5

Opportunities available for local people with varying degrees of learning disabilities. www.eclwalton.org.uk Tel: 01932 241988 Based in Walton on Thames and Molesey, we have exciting evening activities for young people (16yrs+) with mild learning disabilities and evening and daytime activities for adults. ECL is a warm and welcoming place to be where new skills are learnt and friendships formed.

Get ready for Winter now with a free Home Energy Check If you struggle to keep your home warm in the Winter months and pay your fuel bills you could be eligible for a free Home Energy Check as part of Age UK Surrey’s Winter Warmth Programme. Our Handy Person Service will deliver the free check in your home and will include:  A conversation about your energy usage & support to change behaviour where necessary  Installation of energy efficient measures (for example Draft excluders, Door Brush seals, Radflex radiator foil, Hot water cylinder Jacket, Insulation foam and low energy light bulbs)  Providing guides relating to energy efficiency and keeping warm in Winter  Signposting you to other Services where appropriate We have just 50 checks available to older residents in Runnymede and Spelthorne. To enquire about the Home Energy Check and our Winter Warmth Programme please get in touch with us today. Telephone: 01784 444200 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ageuk.org.uk/surrey/news/

Time for Spelthorne - BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES What is Time for Spelthorne? This is a ‘Timebank’ for the people of Spelthorne. It will be a way for our community to help each other through an exchange of time. For every hour of time you give helping someone, you receive one Time Credit and everyone’s time is equal. Examples of help could be ad hoc jobs such as simple DIY, walking a dog or tidying up a garden. You can participate as an individual or as an organisation.

Who can join the Time Bank? Anyone! Age, ability, lack of finance or limited mobility are not barriers to participating in the Time Bank. if you would like more information or contact us. Tel: 07412 900756 Email: [email protected] Coffee Morning, at Notcutts, 1st Wednesday of every month 10am-12pm. What is time banking all about? How can I be part of this community interaction? Find out by visiting us at Notcutts Nursery, Laleham.

Ashford Helping Hands - A team of caring volunteers ready

to help you if you live in the TW15 postal area. We personally interview and check the references of all our volunteers who are DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) checked. We can help in many ways, including: ● Light housework ● Minor household repairs ● Letter writing and form filling ● Dog walking ● Accompanying you on medical appointments if required. ● Shopping, collecting prescriptions ● Light gardening jobs ● Help with essential transport ● Visiting elderly, disabled or housebound clients If we cannot help, we may be able to direct you to an organisation which can assist.

To contact us please phone 07754 083 502 between 10am and noon Monday – Friday. To talk to a Duty Officer who will try to arrange help. See our web site:- http://www.ashfordhelpinghands.btck.co.uk/

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Employability Service - Care provider Surrey Choices offers a dedicated Employment and Community service, EmployAbility, that helps people with autism or a learning, physical or sensory disability to find work opportunities that are right for them. Experienced staff listen to customers to find out what they would like to do, what their skills are and where they might need some training. Then they will help customers to explore training opportunities, work placements, volunteer opportunities and paid work. If you would like to talk to someone about finding a job, placement or other opportunities please contact Surrey Choices on 01483 806806.

White Lodge Centre Holloway Hill, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 0AE Switchboard: 01932 567131 www.whitelodgecentre.co.uk Reg. charity no: 286238 White Lodge Centre supports disabled children, young people and adults, families and carers in Surrey and the surrounding areas - providing high quality planned services. Therapy Services at White Lodge Centre (Rendezvous Building) provide a range of services for people with neurological and long term conditions. Our aim is to help you achieve your best through specialised treatments provided by our highly qualified and experienced therapy team. Our physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and fitness services are tailored around your individual requirements to help you achieve you goals. Fitness packages form an integral part of our therapy services and can be used not only to develop your physical strength and fitness, but also your confidence in your abilities. We have a variety of accessible equipment, such as Motomed and Therabike exercise bikes and a treadmill with an overhead hoisting system. Hydrotherapy is provided in our onsite fully accessible hydrotherapy pool.

The Stanwell Rose Community Centre Mulberry Avenue, Stanwell TW19 7SF LOOKING FOR A VENUE TO HIRE? Prices from £12 an hour Situated in the heart of Stanwell, Stanwell Rose Community Centre is a modern space that can hold up to 80 people. Book today and receive 10 weeks for the price of five. Built in 2013, our modern facility also offers a fully equipped kitchen. Other amenities include: - Free parking - Ample storage - Disabled access - Catering services (available upon request). Whether you run your own business or work for a larger organisation, Stanwell Rose Community Centre is a thriving space that could help your business flourish. We’re located in the bustling neighbourhood of Stanwell, which is home to over 3,000 residents. Our central location has excellent transport links and we can help market your business to our customers. To book the community centre and benefit from our introductory rates call Danielle on 0800 432 0077 or e-mail us at [email protected]

Calendar for September and further ahead Monday 2nd October 9:30 – 11:30am CAMEO Care Café Once a month on a Monday – (check the future dates with CAMEO).

At the Wellbeing Centre, Greeno Centre, Shepperton. Come and join us for refreshments, support and knowledge about dementia and meet other carers in a comfortable environment. Telephone to book your loved one into a Cameo session for two hours. Cheryl Bruce 07593 807251 or Annette Pointon 07902 259380 Our next care cafés are 6th November 2017, 4th December 2017.

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Tuesday 3rd October The Ashford Office Project Open Day 12 - 4pm The Ashford Centre, Stanwell Road, Ashford, TW15 3DU Tel: 01483 806806 Email: [email protected] • Make your own bookmark or greeting card activity • Office skills • Tea, coffee and homemade cakes available to purchase • All monies raised to go to Macmillan Cancer Support

Wednesday 4th October at 2pm Harvest Festival at Benwell Community Centre, Downside, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6RT. Representatives of St. Saviour’s church will be coming in for this. See you there! Regards, Sacha Harden, Deputy Manager. Tel: 01932 784232 Email: [email protected]

Friday 6th October 2017 Queen Elizabeth Foundation are planning their next QEF Mobility Event in Carshalton which will have a special theme this year around transport providers of all types. • • •

approx. 35 exhibitors and displays • interesting and informative talks refreshments available • over 200 guests / visitors expected It will help and support as many people as possible with disabilities

Interested? Contact Marion on 0208 770 1151 or email [email protected]

Saturday 14th October at 6pm Harvest Supper: An Evening with Paul Kerensa at Staines Methodist Church Arranged jointly with Canaan Christian Book Centre, we are delighted to host An Evening with Paul Kerensa. Paul is a comic and comedy writer for, among others, BBC1’s Miranda and Not Going Out and, after a delicious Ploughman’s Supper, will entertain us in his “uniquely funny” (says Miranda Hart) style. Tickets are £7.50 each and will be available from [email protected] or via Canaan Christian Book Centre.

Sunday 15th October Pub Quiz at The Bells sponsored by Staines Village residents and traders to benefit Spelthorne Rentstart. email [email protected] or call the Secretary on 07557-397711.

Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th October One act play festival featuring teams, including youth, from across the local area and beyond. This year we are excited to announce that we have a team travelling from the USA to take part in our festival. The teams compete for a variety of awards including: winners, runners-up, youth, acting, directing, technical and new play. Our adjudicator this year is Jill Colby GoDA www.spelthorneunnymededramafestival.co.uk

Tickets £7 single evening, Festival Pass £28 Available on the door, online or through the box office at Riverside Arts Centre 59 Thames Street, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex TW16 5QF [email protected]

Regular and Recurring Events Staines Methodist Church - Lunches every Thursday in October from 12 to 1pm each week. The first and third Thursdays will be a roast, the others a hot meal e.g. Chicken and mushroom pie and vegetables. Contact Pauline Shilston by email: [email protected] Everyone is welcome. The maximum price is £5.00 depending upon choice, and a vegetarian option is always available.

**See the September issue for all the other regular activities** The Spelthorne Borough Council website now has this Notice Board through the following link: https://www.spelthorne.gov.uk/Care-Connections-NB

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The next issue of Care Connections Notice Board Brief notices of news, events, services and training opportunities are very welcome.

For the November 2017 edition - contributions please by Tuesday 26th October Email: [email protected]

Tel: 01784 448587

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Concerns health and wellbeing matters relating to vulnerable people of all ages, the elderly and their familial carers. Reaches leaders and coordinators of local organisations and projects, charities, faith groups as well as professionals working with the vulnerable. Is to widely circulate information on activities, events, training opportunities, updates in service provision or legislation. IS NOT for advertising jobs or calls for volunteers.

I welcome your notices if they concern the above. Entries should be brief and impactful (normally not more than 150 words) with clear contact details for further information where necessary. Please give me wording in a Word Document form or a slide that allows the cutting and pasting of text. Do include your organisational logo if possible as this helps bring interest to the notice.

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