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Local Commercial Property Market bucks National Trend As Chartered Surveyors and Commercial Property Agents, based in North Shields, we continue to experience good levels of activity within the local commercial property market. This comes at a time of high levels of uncertainty within the economy and the national and regional Commercial Property Markets.

It is of no coincidence that activity levels in the local commercial property sector have been enhanced as a result of the regeneration of the local area including projects such as the restoration of the iconic Spanish City.

Proposals by North Tyneside Council to improve areas such as Wallsend, North Shields and the Fish Quay, together with further improvements to Whitley Bay and the Northern and Southern Promenades, will hopefully continue to attract inward investment into the local area and maintain the levels of activity.

James Barlow and Richard Fenwick RICS Chartered Surveyors and Commercial Property Agents

Park View in Whitley Bay in particular has bene ted from the introduction of a number of independent boutiques and businesses over recent years and was singled out recently in a list published by The Guardian as one of the “top 10 cool shopping districts around the world” where it shares the spotlight with the likes of a boulevard in Paris, a former distillery district in Toronto and an arty area in the Russian capital St Petersburg.

We have acted as agents in a number of sales and lease transactions involving a broad range of buildings including retail units, o ces and industrial premises in the local area which have involved a number of new start businesses being established as well as those relocating into the area.

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IMPROVING THE CRUISE VISITOR EXPERIENCE We are very fortunate that many cruise ships visit the International Passenger Terminal at North Shields each year. We try to encourage the crew from every visiting ship and the passengers from the ships in transit here, who are not on the official tours, to spend time in the local area. We have a wealth of heritage sites here and also a wide range of shops and catering outlets; and for those who simply want to go for a walk, we have a beautiful river mouth and coastline.

There are almost 60 cruise visits to the Tyne this year, 20 of which are transit stops, when passengers can spend time ashore. The challenge is always how best to pass on information about the area to our visitors.

For passengers, the first opportunity is when they leave the ship. There is an information marquee on the Quay, which is manned by local business JCB Tourism Solutions (and their volunteers) on behalf of the Port of Tyne. Passengers not booked on bus tours are then

“There are almost 60 cruise visits to the Tyne this year, 20 of which are transit stops, when passengers can spend time ashore.

The challenge is always how best to pass on information about the area to our visitors. “

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taken by shuttle bus to Tynemouth Metro station. Some immediately get onto the train to visit Newcastle. But we are keen to encourage all to explore the local area, including Tynemouth Village, the Fish Quay, Segedunum and Whitley Bay. At least two local guides have been produced in the last few years to assist visitors. The Tynemouth Business Community and the Council have a Guide and map to the Village and Fish Quay. And last year, the North Shields Business Chamber produced a Guide to Local Heritage and Shopping, covering the whole of the area from the Port to the Long Sands; this will be updated this year to concentrate more on possible walks for passengers. Last year, the Council and some of the local shop owners in Tynemouth were able to find time on a few days to greet passengers at the station and hand out maps and guides.

This year, the Chamber is exploring the possibility of having a small team of volunteers available at Tynemouth Metro to greet passengers from every transit cruise ship which visits the area. This role might well suit people who are retired, who know the area well and who are keen to get involved in helping the local economy. We have had initial discussions with Age UK in North Shields to see if some of their volunteers would be interested.

The team would greet passengers leaving the shuttle buses, give them information and all the guides and maps available and answer their questions. They would not, of course, actively dissuade passengers from going to Newcastle or other attractions beyond North Tyneside; rather, they would enlighten them as to the heritage, leisure, shopping and food and drink opportunities in the more immediate area.

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REGENERATION OF NORTH SHIELDS TOWN CENTRE In common with many towns around the country, the retail side of the town centre of North Shields has suffered in recent years. Internet shopping, out of town retail centres, a discount culture, rates and general economic difficulties, amongst other factors, have led to business failures and vacant premises. Town centres are important aspects of local communities and their role needs to develop from being mainly places to shop into places where there are a number of attractions, including shopping, other business services, leisure and catering.

So changes and improvements are needed to the centre of North Shields and North Tyneside Council is in the process of putting together a master plan.

This plan will set out a vision for the Centre, designed to broaden and diversify the visitor offer, create opportunities for new commercial and residential developments and produce investment in the public infrastructure and public realm. Also being considered are links between the centre and the Fish Quay.

The Council has had initial discussions with local residents and businesses, including ourselves, on some of the ideas and intends to consult further as the plan develops. But most of the suggested actions depend on the availability of central government funding.

The competition for funding for town centres and high streets across the country is strong. A further round is anticipated under the Future High Streets Fund and the Council continues to position itself for a successful bid.

A bid for funding from the Transforming Cities Fund is also being considered in relation to transport projects, including an integrated transport facility within the town centre. It is possible that further funding opportunities for Northern towns may be provided by the new government.

The professional and service side of the town centre, the Conservation Area around Northumberland Square and Howard Street, has been the subject of a separate bid for Heritage Action Zones and that is progressing satisfactorily so far. If successful, there will be significant investment in the buildings in that area (in addition to the major residential development on the north side of the Square and on Camden Street). It will also provide new commercial opportunities for some of the buildings on Howard Street which could see more high quality food and drink and leisure outlets.

If you would like to join the North Shields Business Chamber, the application form is on our website http://northshieldschamber.co.uk/application-form If you would like to know more about what we do to help our members and to promote business in North Shields, please contact the Chair at Miles.walton@yahoo.co.uk

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NEW FLAGSHIP FLOORING & FURNITURE STORE OPENS IN NORTH SHIELDS THE NEW NORTHUMBRIA FLOORING & FURNITURE STORE STOCKS 100’S OF CARPETS AND FLOORING FROM LEADING BRANDS

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orthumbria Flooring and Furniture, one of the region’s leading flooring retailers has opened a flagship store at the Royal Quays Outlet Centre at North Shields.

The new store stocks 100’s of carpets and flooring from leading brands like Cormar, Kingsmead, Lifestyle, Abingdon and many more all with huge savings from the recommended retail price.

This new store also showcases its furniture range including

“Their free planning and advice service ensure customers can be reassured their flooring is the best match for their chosen room.”

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sofa’s, beds, solid oak dinning living room sets.

Having looked closely at the North East area they found that North Shields was ideally suited to a retailer offering quality carpets and flooring with customer services and value for money at its forefront.

Owner James Cunningham said, “We are so happy to have expanded to a second showroom and would like to thank everyone on how welcoming the people of Tyneside have been. We are all about the customer, the right product and all at great value for money backed up with our expert knowledge and fitting”.

The new store which was overhauled and fitted out with the latest carpets and luxury vinyl tiles provides a lovely environment for customers to browse and take their time choosing the right flooring for their homes.

Their free planning and advice service ensure customers can be reassured their flooring is the best match for their chosen room.

Northumbria Flooring and Furniture who won ‘Best Independent Flooring Retailer’ in the North East are also proud to have been involved in supporting a local family through the DIY SOS project in 2018.

To find out how they can support you with a domestic or commercial flooring project book your free consultation on 0191 259 1128 or 01670 368811.

You can find their stores at: Northumbria Flooring & Furniture Outlet, Unit 44 Royal Quays Outlet Centre, North Shields, NE29 6DW Northumbria Flooring & Furniture, 1 Crawford Business Park, Cowpen Road, Blyth, NE24 5SU.

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What ’s New for 2020 at Kirsha Knowles Hair & Beauty A warm welcome from all the team at Kirsha Knowles Hair and Beauty.

2019 was a great year for us. As well as doing 100’s of wonderful Elemis treatments, we began working with MINA Henna Brows, the brand new treatment that gives your brows lasting results. You can choose your shape, colour and definition at an affordable price. We are happy to welcome back our hair stylist Zoe, after having her beautiful baby girl, we also have a new full time level three apprentice Kelsey. And finally, we have also welcomed make-up artist Kitty to the team!

So, if you need your make-up doing for a special occasion or big night out, Kitty is available on Fridays and Saturdays, with prices starting from as little as £20.

We’ve recently changed our hair colours over to the brand Milkshake, and we are incredibly impressed with the glossy finish. We also use colouring conditioners that are perfect for an extra bright vibrant touch, all available to purchase as an added extra to top up in salon between colouring services, with beautiful bright reds, pinks and coppers, brunettes, silvers or evening electric blue there’s a shade to suit all.

We have hair care packages available to purchase, including Whipped Cream Conditioning Mouse, Milkshake Silvershine Shampoo. Colour Care Conditioning Mouse and Added Volume gift sets all also available. We currently have a special offer - three products for the price of two.

Our Shellac Gel Polish is now back on offer from Mondays to Wednesdays at only £16. The treatment adds a fantastic colourful shine to your nails and is gentle enough for everyday wear.

We have also introduced a new gel polish brand called Gellux. This is a harder wearing gel with long lasting results and its also on special offer, Monday to Friday with Courtney and Kelsey at the incredible price of only £14.50.

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Cullercoats Community Football Club has been a key part of the local community in North Tyneside since it was formed in 1915. It has provided an opportunity for participation in association football throughout its history from its current home at the playing fields on Links Avenue, Cullercoats.

Historically, the Club consisted of a senior (adult) team only. However, since the season 2005/2006 the Club has expanded to provide access to football for all ages from development (U6-7 years) to senior football (adults). The Club now has in excess of 220 footballers and also provides development opportunities for young coaches and referees.

The development and mini soccer sections have several teams at each age group and this provides an excellent platform for the future development and success of the Club.

The senior team play in the Northern Alliance Premier Division, having secured promotion last season, and the Club has enjoyed a great deal of success in other league and cup competitions over recent seasons.

We are now seeking to further develop the Club, in terms of our pitches and club building, as part of a five year development plan. This work is facilitated by the Management Team.

In order to expedite our development plan, we seek to increase the membership of the Management Team from within the local community. We are looking to recruit new volunteers and particularly welcome interest from people with experience in business, law and facilities development.

Volunteering at the Club will involve committing a few hours a month to helping us achieve our development outcomes. It is a rewarding opportunity to be involved in the development stage on a project which is aimed at improving outcomes for our members AND the local community, as we seek to involve other community projects at Links Avenue, with a view to improving social welfare, recreation and wellbeing.

For further information and an informal chat please contact Gary Stephenson (Club Chairman) at gary.stephenson@cullercoatsfc.co.uk www.cullercoatsfc.co.uk

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As soon as you walk through the doors of this thoughtfully designed home, you and your guests can be sure of a warm welcome from one of our friendly team. The home’s high-quality facilities include landscaped gardens, hair salon, comfortable social areas and spacious dining rooms.

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At Redesdale Court, daily life is carefully designed to support mind, body and soul. The home’s wellbeing team work hard to create a varied year round wellbeing programme that everyone can enjoy, with engaging activities both inside the home

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and in the local community. Some of the most popular pastimes include baking, gardening, craft afternoons and local shopping trips.

Dining in Redesdale Court is a stimulating part of each day, the home’s dining rooms are designed to create a relaxed and happy atmosphere. The catering team use fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create delicious and nutritional meals that create a positive dining experience for every person.

The extensively trained team deliver all of the specialist care and support services that you, or your loved one could possibly require. Each personalised care plan includes medical, personal and dietary needs as well as religious preferences, likes and dislikes, suggestions from family members and any relevant information that will help create a homely atmosphere for each individual.

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5 TOP TIPS TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE LONGTERM FITNESS RESULTS Making health and fitness resolutions is easy, sticking to them is the hard part. We introduce you to one local fitness expert who shares with us his top tips to achieve and maintaining those resolutions all year round.

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y name is Aaron Phillips, Owner of Ocean Fit Personal Training Studio in Whitley Bay and Ocean Fit Online, a remote training platform.

I have been a full time Personal trainer and Strength and Conditioning Coach now for many years working with 100's of people in the local area helping them change their lives for the better and now with our Online Training platform I am now able to work with people from around the globe.

With time comes a lot of experience and I know this time of year a lot of people will be making resolutions to improve their health and fitness which is always fantastic to hear but hard to maintain if you aren't prepared for long term changes. I have listed the top things I know can help you maintain and achieve long term results with your new fitness & lifestyle commitment!

1 BE 100% COMMITTED & SET REALISTIC GOALS

If your head is not in the game from the start you are pretty much guaranteed to fail. That is the harsh truth.

Your goals need to me manageable and achievable.

I LOVE to hear and see ambition from my clients but we have to be realistic with ourselves as well. Why not aim to lose a pound before a stone or complete your first Parkrun before signing up to a marathon. Small manageable steps!

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How are you going to execute this new resolution? When will you train, what will you actually eat and when will you cook all this healthy food? You need to make a plan for the month at LEAST of how you will execute what you plan to achieve. That normally where I would become useful.

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Now that you have made a plan of how you will execute a little longer term you can break it down daily. I always encourage my clients to have their clothes out and ready the night before, plan your meals for the next day. This doesn't have to be a 'meal prep' it can be just writing it down and committing to a healthier meal. Also if your not working our from home, plan your journeys...what time do you need to leave, how will you get there etc. Our Beach Camp members are often faced with a frosty car in the winter, this is the perfect opportunity for them to turn around and go back to bed but by preparing the night before they are ready to deal with it and come straight down to the session!

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Although you can find some cheap deals online, what you see is only 62% of holidays that are actually available. Your personal Travel Consultant will be able to access holidays that are only available to those in the travel industry and can find exclusive deals and prices that aren’t available to the public.

You can also completely tailor a holiday to your needs when booking with a Travel Consultant, which is something you wouldn’t be able to do when booking online.

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Parlez Vous

FRANÇAIS? If you fancy learning a new language, Barbara from Lingua Forme is on hand to help, explains Margery Wilson

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o you set off on holiday to sunnier climes hoping that the hotel staff, waiters, shop assistants, bar staff, etc. all speak English?

I always promise myself that I’ll learn a few words, even if it’s just ‘please’ and ‘thank you’, but I never seem to get round to it (and anyway I’m too old to go back to school I tell myself!)

Yes, I’m one of the vast army of tourists who use the excuses ‘learning a language is too hard; learning a language will take too long; everyone speaks English don’t they’ to justify my lack of positive action!

Learning a new language can be a very fulfilling experience, whether it is something you want to do as a family, are a regular traveler looking to increase your language range, a mature couple retiring abroad, or if you are simply keen to learn.

Another myth is that everyone speaks English – I had a comical experience whilst on holiday abroad trying to buy an ankle support in a pharmacy. Believe me, there is only so much you can indicate with hand gestures!!

If you like to visit destinations which are somewhat off the beaten track, you may discover few or no English speakers.

With this in mind, let us introduce you to Barbara, owner of Lingua Forme, a French conversation classes for Adults business. Barbara is a fully qualified teacher of French with has several years’ experience. She has lived and taught in France, in Metz situated in the beautiful Lorraine region. There are about 220 million French-speakers world-wide, so French really can be a ‘Lingua Franca’.

If you were taught French at school, you may remember it as a less than enjoyable time, sitting in rows chanting phrases and declining verbs on end. If you have been away from school for a number of years you may feel embarrassed to be back in a learning situation 32

and unwilling to take the first step. It can take a lot of courage to go through the door for the first time but the effort will be well worth while. For these reasons, let her explain how she runs her sessions.

“We sit round a table in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and share knowledge, chat and exchange news.

Learning is not confined to any one method but encompasses books, handouts, videos and CD’s. We also play games and learn in a supportive atmosphere where NO question is a stupid question (often the question YOU ask is what other people wanted to know but couldn’t pluck up the courage to ask.) So, all you need to become a proficient French speaker is dedication, hard work and a willingness to learn (and with a lot of laughs sprinkled through the sessions).”

Barbara also runs extra classes for A level, GCSE and one-to-one tuition, just call her to discuss availability and times.

Barbara is presently running classes in Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay and Morpeth, covering all levels from beginners to advanced, so please get in touch if you are interested. At the classes you watch videos, listen to CDs and play games, all aimed at making learning fun. The classes are all aimed at putting you at ease and making you want to learn. At Linga Forme no question is a stupid question.

Learning a new language increases your knowledge, challenges you, helps you develop new skills, as well as increasing your confidence and self-esteem.

So, why not impress your friends, family and the hotel and restaurant staff on your next visit to the country – it is never too late to learn French!

For more information contact: Barbara on 07946115256, email barbara@linguaforme.co.uk or visit www.linguaforme.co.uk

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COUNTING CALORIES?

Sarah Howe, Director of three Curves Fitness Facility’s in the North East,explains why you need to think about more than calories if you’re trying to lose weight.

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f you’re like most women, you have been on at least a handful of diets in your lifetime. You’ve probably spent more time than you care to remember counting calories. Most diets are based on the simple principle that if you eat fewer calories than you expend, you’ll lose weight.

While this is true, it’s only part of the story. When you lose weight, you either lose water, fat, muscle, or most commonly, a combination of all three.

Most water is lost in the first week on a weight-loss program. Water is stored with glycogen, a storage form of carbohydrate in your body. When you start to break down some of those carbohydrate stores for energy, you lose water as well.

Fat is what you really want to lose! Fat is a storage form of energy and has vital functions in your body, but having too much increases your risk for chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. If you are overweight, you will want to primarily lose fat to prevent disease.

Unfortunately, muscle is the innocent victim of most weight-loss plans. The average dieter loses about 30% of their weight in the form of muscle tissue. This is a problem because muscle is the engine to your metabolism. Muscle tissue is metabolically active (burns calories) all day long. Muscle also helps to give you a lean, toned appearance because it is more dense than fat and occupies less space.

WHAT’S WRONG WITH LOSING MUSCLE TISSUE? Because muscle burns calories all day long, if you lose muscle tissue on a given diet, you will lower your metabolism. Over time, it will become more and more difficult to maintain your ideal weight because you will be burning fewer and fewer calories each day.

WHY DO DIETERS LOSE MUSCLE TISSUE? If a diet program is based simply on calories, you will lose muscle tissue. You’ve probably heard of diets that allow you to eat basically anything you want, as long as it is below a certain calorie limit. If you follow a program like this, it might seem ideal and easy to follow, but a large portion of your weight loss will be muscle tissue.

Sarah Howe is a fitness trainer for women, Director of 3 Curves fitness facility’s in the North East and a mother of two. Follow Sarah on instagram @buffmammy

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HOW CAN YOU MAINTAIN MUSCLE TISSUE AS YOU LOSE WEIGHT? Firstly, consume more protein. Eat meals that contain the right amount of protein to help maintain muscle tissue and burn fat.

Secondly, strength train. It is essential to overload your muscles (make them work!) in order to build and maintain muscle tissue. The Curves workout helps you do just that.

Many women fall into the trap of “I’ll just walk instead.”

While walking is fantastic exercise, walking alone is not enough. You have to regularly strength train to build and maintain muscle tissue. The good news is BOTH of these are accomplished by following Curves Complete.

MORE THAN THE NUMBER ON THE SCALE Now that you understand weight loss is about more than just a number on the scale, you can appreciate why it’s important to consume enough protein and strength train while dieting to maintain muscle tissue. And with Curves Complete, you’ll do just that – maintain muscle and burn fat!

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GIVE SOMEONE POWER OF ATTORNEY… BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE Lasting Powers of Attorney are invaluable documents as part of the overall planning of your estate as managing your financial affairs can become more difficult as you get older. If a person is unable to manage their affairs due to mental incapacity and they have not made a valid Enduring or Lasting Power of Attorney, their assets will be frozen as no one (including their spouse and children) has the authority to deal with them.

At this point someone will need to apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed as the person’s Deputy. The Court will then authorize the Deputy to deal with the person’s affairs in a certain manner. This is a very time consuming (around 6 months) and expensive (in the region of £1,750) process. This situation can be simply avoided through the making of a Lasting Power of Attorney.

By making a Lasting Power of Attorney you can decide whom you would like to manage your affairs in the event that you are unable to do so either due to physical or mental incapacity.

There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney that can be made, one dealing with your property and financial affairs and the other dealing with your personal welfare.

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This power gives your attorney the authority to make decisions regarding your healthcare and medical treatment.

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This power enables your attorney to deal with your bank accounts and your property. This includes decisions in relation to selling or renting your property, paying your bills, applying for benefits you are entitled to and all aspects of dealing with your bank accounts, savings and investments.

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GET YOUR GLOW ON! Unlike gyms focussing on working out, or weight clubs which focus only on calories, Glow classes believe the best way for better health is a combined approach of exercise and diet. Margery Wilson visited her local Glow class ran by Liz Ford to find out more...

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t was with some trepidation that I pulled into the car park at Beaconhill Community Centre in Cramlington on a dark, wet evening. It was years since I had done anything more strenuous than walking, but the information video on the Glow website assured me that I could work at my own pace and ability.

As soon as I entered the spacious hall I felt comfortable – the buzz of conversation and the greeting of the coach, Liz, were very welcoming. Liz told me about the session and how she had a background knowledge of dietary needs and healthy eating plans. She introduced me to the members who had arrived and gave me a basic health questionnaire to fill in (this was purely for my own wellbeing). Having returned the form, the ladies around me included me in their conversation and told me about the myriad of social activities Liz arranged for them as well as taking the classes.

After about half an hour, Liz gave a little talk – this week about Osteoporosis – then the work began! There were about 40 ladies there, and we started with a warm-up session which consisted of a series of gentle movements performed with background music. We then had a 'water break' and the workout part of the session began.

For each exercise (which was repeated for 30 seconds) Liz showed an easy version and a more energetic one, and it was left to the individual to decide which one to follow. I opted for the easy version and found I could keep up, though my arm/leg co-ordination left a lot to be desired! As the session progressed, however, I found that 42

I was getting into the rhythm and although one exercise flowed into another I felt I was improving. Throughout the workout there were 'water breaks' so I never felt dehydrated.

The cool-down at the end was very relaxing and rounded off the session perfectly. Liz showed me a timetable of the weekly sessions and each one consisted of different sets of movements so there was always variety. This variety applied to all her classes on different days, different times and in different venues. I have to admit that I was more than favourably impressed with my first visit. I have been to weight-loss groups and exercise groups before but to have them both included in one session was great. I have never been to a class where I felt so much at home and where there was no sense of others watching and criticising. The atmosphere from start to finish was genuinely friendly and sociable, the surroundings welcoming and the exercises were extremely 'do-able'.

I would have no hesitation in recommending these classes (whatever your age, shape, size or fitness level) and am looking forward to next time. I feel as if I have made some new friends and I was certainly 'GLOWING' when I finished.

Liz Ford runs Glow classes in Whitley Bay, Seaton Sluice, Blyth, Cramlington and Seaton Burn.

To find your local class visit www.glow-fit.co.uk/liz-ford , call 07982 126 113 or email: liz.ford@glow-fit.co.uk

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GOOD NEIGHBOURS SCHEME: Volunteers help older residents with odds jobs

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he Government recently launched a new website - Let’s Talk Loneliness – to bring together organisations, resources and inspirational stories to get more people talking about loneliness. One of their first case studies featured Minn Marshall, a beneficiary of North Tyneside VODA’s Good Neighbours project, which looks to team up volunteers to provide support to isolated residents in North Tyneside with small tasks and errands typically associated with a good neighbour.

Minn, an 89 year old resident of North Tyneside, was put in touch with the project by her warden when she started struggling with her shopping. Minn now attends Good Neighbour’s weekly shopping trip, supported by one of our volunteers. Minn said: “I really look forward to Tuesdays now and don’t know where I’d be without the Good Neighbours.”

VODA has managed the Good Neighbours project in North Tyneside for a number of years, including a weekly supported shopping trip and volunteers who use their skills to help out beneficiaries with odd jobs that they can no longer manage themselves. We recently secured funding to expand this project to the west of the borough and have appointed a new project coordinator to recruit new volunteers and beneficiaries to support this growth.

A NEW PARTNERSHIP

In 2019, VODA secured funding for a new partnership – Ending Loneliness in North Tyneside – to bring together likeminded organisations to work in collaboration to tackle social isolation and loneliness in the borough.

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Over the next four years VODA, Age UK, Citizens Advice and North Tyneside Carer’s Centre will be increasing our capacity to deliver services that improve people’s wellbeing and increase their connections within the community. Whether it’s volunteering, attending groups or engaging in social activity, each organisation in the partnership can provide a wide range of activities for all ages to reduce feelings of loneliness.

The partnership launches in Killingworth on Thursday 6 February as part of ‘Time to Talk Day’ 2020.

Representatives from each organisation will be within the foyer of the White Swan Centre between 10am and 3pm for a friendly chat about how one conversation can change someone’s life. Pop in to see what is currently available, share your ideas on how as a community we can tackle loneliness in North Tyneside or make a pledge to help someone in need. Further events will be held across the borough over the next few months.

THE SIGN DIRECTORY

VODA’s Ending Loneliness Project coordinator has also been working to identify new ways of working when tackling social isolation and loneliness. North Tyneside has a wealth of activity and community groups available to residents, but information can prove difficult to find.

That’s why the partnership keen to increase awareness and public engagement with the SIGN Directory.

The SIGN Directory is an online directory of over 200 providers of community services and events for the residents of North Tyneside. Based on the information available on the SIGN, Directory, VODA has produced

This winter, as part of the North Tyneside Winter Support Network, VODA facilitated the distribution of packs to residents who need extra support keeping warm during the winter months. The packs included a fleece blanket, hot water bottle, thermometer, thermo mug, thermal socks, hats, gloves and snood. Alongside this, volunteers have made almost 200 draught excluders so far, which have been distributed to the Bay Foodbank and Walking With in North Tyneside.

PICTURED ABOVE: Volunteers making draught excluders.

the first in a series of ward-focused information booklets which list activities based on health, socialising, volunteering, learning and mental wellbeing. ’Things to do in Wallsend and Howden’ is available via GP surgeries, community venues, local libraries and the VODA website, with leaflets for other wards currently in development.

HAPPY TO CHAT

Happy to Chat is another initiative that is launching this winter. VODA is working in collaboration with members of the SIGN Network and Whitley Bay Big Local to develop Happy to Chat schemes across North Tyneside to help reduce loneliness and social isolation. The aim is to recruit volunteers who are willing to Chat Happily with other residents who would like company or conversation.

The aim is to encourage people to show kindness to one another, take time to listen to others and make connections in the local community.

Volunteers will wear Happy to Chat badges so that people know they can approach them to chat. The scheme will then hopefully be extended to include cafes that are willing to host a Happy to Chat table on a regular basis, with volunteers available to sit and chat with people who would like to chat. Launch events were held at the end of January at the Beacon Centre in North Shields and Whitley Bay Big Local and based on these events, times will be confirmed for regular events at these locations.

ENDING LONELINESS: Minn Marshall (in red) attends a weekly Good Neighbours shopping trip

To find out more go to www.voda.org.uk, email admin@voda.org.uk or call 0191 643 2626.

You can search for activities and events on the SIGN Directory here: services.northtyneside.gov.uk/sign 47

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