Countrymen UK New Poster
Many readers will know, or have heard of, Liz Rose who was a social prescriber in Shaftesbury and prior to that in Gillingham. She is now running the Countrymen UK Club which is near Sherborne.
Dementia
Sing-a-Song of Praise
A bit late to announce this but, starting in September, a new singing group for those with dementia, memory loss or who just enjoys singing was started in Gillingham. The inspiration is from the BBC’s Songs of Praise but it is not a religious session. The sessions are held at The Mellowes Care Home and
Help for the Farming Community affected by dementia
From the Carer Support Dorset Newsletter https://www.carersupportdorset.co.uk/news/carer-support-for-farming-communities/ “For those working in farming and living in rural communities, a dementia diagnosis can have a significant impact on the ability to farm successfully and safely. For many farmers, their work is also their home and there’s no option to take some time off. In addition, when living
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Dementia Awareness Session and more
Gillingham Dementia Awareness Session on Tuesday November 1st St Mary’s Church, Gillingham, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm No need to book, just bring yourself along and encourage others to come. For more details phone 01747 837908. Advert for Dementia Awareness Session 1.11.22 Poster Also a reminder: Melodies Remembered, the musical activity group, will be running on Thursday 27th October
Shaftesbury Library Events
Shaftesbury Library will be holding it’s next Reminiscence Afternoon on Monday 6 June 2.30 – 3.30pm. Examine Jubilee memorabilia from the Gold Hill Museum collection and reflect on past celebrations. Tea and cakes will be served. Shaftesbury Library invite you to meet Claire Collett, Occupational Therapist from the Technology Enabled Care Team, to see how
Friends of Stour Connect – Update
The Stour Connect cafe is open 9.30-1.30 Mondays to Thursdays. On Mondays there is a community breakfast social club. Outdoor courtyard seating area available Meals on Wheels service covers Marnhull, Child Okeford, Hazelbury Bryan, Motcombe, The Stours, Kington Magna, Stalbridge, Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Sturminster Newton areas. The cost is £6.50 or £7.50 with pudding. No
Jolly Days Out in Dorset
As part of Picnic in the Parks, Sarah Rampton from In Jolly Good Company features in a series of short films, exploring various places in Dorset and speaking to those that live or work there. See: https://www.dorsetaonb.org.uk/park-event/jolly-days/ https://www.injollygoodcompany.com/ There are also videos focusing on arts and crafts and sketching.