Age uk cheshire

Cheshire

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Working with and for older people in Cheshire, to enhance later life ............................................................................................................................... .....

Registered charity number 1091608

All information is correct at the time of printing, but may be subject to change

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Welcome to Age UK Cheshire

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Age UK Cheshire is an independent charity committed to making later life a more fulfilling and enjoyable experience for older people in Cheshire. It provides a range of care and support services to enable older people to continue to live more independent and active lives and to remain in good mental and physical health for as long as possible.

Our objectives in relation to the provision of services include: - Supporting older people to live at home - Enabling older people to make informed choices - Promoting the rights of older people - Promoting good physical and mental health - Providing social, leisure and learning opportunities - Promoting active citizenship - Monitoring well-being - Providing opportunities for volunteering

Our organisation is committed to working in partnership with others to achieve these service outcomes where possible.

In order to carry out our work, Age UK Cheshire relies on voluntary support, including legacies, donations and volunteering. If you are able to provide help us, whether financially or otherwise, please contact us on t. 01606 881660.

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Advocacy ............................................................................................................................... .....

Our Advocacy Service provides independent support, information and representation for older people who are vulnerable due to mental health or mental capacity issues, and who have no one else who can advocate for them. Our aim is to empower and enable people to explore their rights, express their wishes and make informed choices, when possible.

The Advocacy Service is:

• Independent

• Free

• Confidential

General Advocacy: supports older people aged 65 and over with a range of issues and concerns.

The aim is to empower and enable people to explore their rights and express their wishes and make informed choices.

Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA): is available to older people who lack the capacity to make certain important decisions about serious medical treatment and changes of accommodation, in adult protection cases and some care reviews. The Advocate gathers information, provides support to the person and represents their wishes, feelings, beliefs and values during decision-making processes. It is for people who have no one else appropriate to support and represent their wishes.

Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA): is available to older people who are subject to the Mental Health Act. The Advocate helps the person to understand and exercise their rights under the Act, provides support and represents their views.

Care Act Advocacy is available to older people who need care and support or their carers. It is for people whom the Local Authority considers have substantial difficulty being involved in assessments, care and support planning, care reviews or safeguarding AND who have no one else appropriate and available to support and represent their wishes.

If you would like to talk to an Advocate or want to make a referral to the Advocacy Service, please contact: The Advocacy Service, Age UK Cheshire 314 Chester Road Hartford Northwich CW8 2AB t. 01606 305004 f. 01606 881667 e. advocacy@ageukcheshire.org.uk Referral forms for this service can also be downloaded from our website.

We are open Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm

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Castle Community Centre

The Garden Room Coffee Shop

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Computer Courses Languages & Leisure Castle Community Centre is situated on Barbers Lane in Castle and formally known as Castle and Winnington Old Friends Club. The Centre offers a wide range of classes in computer skills, languages and leisure.

The Computer Suite is open daily and offers learners the opportunity to develop new skills: Our service empowers older people (aged 50 and over) to become “digitally included” by supporting them to gain the skill, knowledge and confidence to go online and use a tablet/iPad, laptop or PC. In addition, our tuitors offer training on a wide variety of subjects to external organisations.

For more information about dates, times and course fees, please contact us on 0845 618 2858.

Current courses available include: • Able & Stable (fun exercises which can improve stability) • Yoga • Tai Chi • French and French Conversation • Italian • PC/iPad and Tablet courses • Old Friends Club • Dance to Health • Slimming World

The Garden Room Coffee Shop is situated to the rear of the building, and overlooks the extensive tranquil gardens. It is an ideal spot, especially on a lovely summer’s day to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee along with our selection of cakes.

The Garden Room Coffee Shop is managed by Age UK Cheshire staff and run by its volunteers and will be open daily.

The Garden Room can also be hired for meetings and small events, with a capacity to seat 12.

Functions, Events and Meetings Castle Community Centre is an ideal venue for your event, be it a meeting, party or training session. The Foyer, Hall and Garden Room are all available for hire at very competitive rates. Terms and conditions apply. For details and enquiries, please call: 0845 618 2858.

Volunteering at Castle

Volunteers are an essential part of the Community Centre, and we are always looking for people to help in the Computer Suite, administration, the Garden Room Coffee Shop and our Coach Trips (which are detailed elsewhere).

If you would like to join our team, please call: 0845 618 2858.

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Cheshire Chorus ............................................................................................................................... .....

Join the Chorus and be heard!

Cheshire Chorus is a membership scheme for people who are interested in the work of Age UK Cheshire and the issues affecting older people in the local area. By joining the membership scheme, you will have the opportunity to have your voice heard, be consulted and receive information on issues affecting older people.

As a member of Cheshire Chorus you will receive a twice yearly newsletter keeping you informed of local and national issues that affect older people.

You will also receive an invitation to our AGM and any other Age UK Cheshire open days or launches.

Contact details: t. 01606 881660 e. cheshirechorus@ageukcheshire.org.uk

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If you want to discover new places, enjoy beautiful scenery and immerse yourself in Britain’s culture, why not join us on a coach trip?

We offer a range of exciting day trips, with various pick-up points, making travelling enjoyable and stress-free. And don’t forget- people of all ages are welcome! Bookings and enquires are taken via our Support Officers here at Castle. For enquires please call: 0845 618 2858.

2016 Programme (Departing from Hartford) Friday 12th February Oswaldtwistle Mill shopping village.

Monday 21st March Bridgemere Garden Centre, near Nantwich.

Thursday 21st April Harrogate Flower Show OR Harrogate town.

Tuesday 17th May National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire.

Wednesday 15th June Stratford-upon-Avon.

Friday 15th July Bury Market.

Monday 15th August Portmerion and Gwynedd tour.

Tuesday 13th September Trentham Gardens.

Wednesday 12th October Air Force Museum at Cosford and Shrewsbury.

Thursday 10th November Meal and Blackpool Illuminations.

Friday 25th November Bents Garden Centre - Christmas extravaganza.

Thursday 4th December Christmas meal – venue to be advised.

For further details please contact - t. 01606 720430 Please note that in the event of any unforseen problems Age uk Cheshire reserve the right to make amendments to the itinerary if the need arises. We hope to keep these to a minimum.

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Day Activities

Sessions

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Age UK Cheshire provides day activity sessions and a lunch club for the over 55’s Known as OPEL groups (Older People Enjoying Life).

These sessions are generally quite large, ranging from 12 to 30 people attending each week. OPEL offer a wide range of activities, including dominoes, indoor bowling, darts, board games, arts and crafts and poetry.

Chester - Newton House, Chester 10am - 2.30pm on Tuesdays.

Regular guest speakers are invited to the groups and provide various one-off events, group activities and entertainers. These are very informal groups, where people have the option to try out whichever activity/activities they choose.

Anyone over the age of 55 is welcome although members will need to be able to move around independently, all be it with the help of a walking aid.

Age UK Cheshire’s lunch clubs are designed for older people who simply want to meet up, on a weekly basis, meet friends for a good natter and a home cooked lunch.

Chester - Abbot’s Wood, Chester City Centre 10am -2.30pm on Thursdays.

OPEL Northwich - Winnington Recreational Club, Northwich 10am – 2.30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Half day sessions are also available.

OPEL Ellesmere Port - Hollymere, Ellesmere Port 10am – 2.30pm on Wednesdays.

Little Neston Lunch Club - Little Neston Methodist Church Hall, Mellock Lane 1pm Tuesday.

For more information or to arrange a free taster session, please contact t. 01606 881660 or 07467 045485

Casserole Club

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The Casserole Club is a unique scheme which encourages local people to share extra portions of home-cooked meals with older people who may experience difficulty in cooking for themselves, bringing together those who want to cook and those who are in need of a home cooked meal.

Casserole Club Cheshire launched in Northwich in June 2015 and is being rolled out across Cheshire West and Chester.

To find out more, visit: www.casseroleclub.com or contact Yvonne or Simone at hello@casserolecheshire.org.uk or on 01606 884449.

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Age UK Cheshire offers an Independent Living Service which provides practical advice and support to older people living in Cheshire.

Independent Living Advisors advise on what care, support, activities and services are available in the local area and work to clients’ budgets.

They are independent and work directly with clients helping them plan and organise all aspects of their care and support.

Our service helps older people to: • Make choices about their living arrangements and support • Stay independent in their own homes • Stay in control • Work within their budget

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Our Direct Payments service provides information, support and advice for people aged 65+ who are in receipt of a Direct Payment from the council.

Direct Payments is an alternative way of receiving care from Social Services.

If you would like any further information about our Independent Living Service, please contact the team, as follows.

For Chester West and Cheshire area: t. 0845 053 1313 e. brokerwest@ageukcheshire.org.uk For Cheshire East area: t. 0845 053 0280 e. brokereast@ageukcheshire.org.uk

Take Control and Stay Independent Money Matters

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Our Money Matters service addresses the issues of money management and debt problems facing older people across Cheshire. The project aims to provide older people with the skills, confidence and ability to manage their own money and bills more effectively. This enables older people to live more independently and be free from the threat of debt, financial abuse and doorstep crime as well as having a positive impact on mental wellbeing.

The service provides hands on practical support via home visits from our Money Mentors who will provide up to 6 visits and whose support will include: • Maximising income by claiming benefits • Reducing expenditure by challenging debts and negotiating payment plans • Comparing and switching utilities and services • Arranging easy and convenient bill payments • Reducing paperwork and unwanted mail • Setting up simple and effective filing systems which people can then manage • Decreasing other household costs For more information including details of how to use the service please call our Money Matters Coordinator on 01606 305020.

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Dementia Advisor Service

Falls Prevention

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Our Dementia Advisor Service helps people living with dementia or memory loss and their carers by providing home visits to discuss any information queries, find services to suit individual’s needs and promote home safety.

Age UK Cheshire’s Falls Prevention Service aims to reduce the number of people who are at risk of falling, or repeat falls.

Our Dementia Advisors deal with a wide range of issues, from helping to find practical support to completing benefit claim forms. The aim of the service is to support people to live independently at home for as long as possible and to improve quality of life at every stage of the dementia journey.

As with all our services, our Dementia Advisors are employed by Age UK Cheshire. They will never call unannounced and will always book an appointment in advance. All members of staff carry identification badges around with them that can be seen at any time.

The Dementia Advisor Service is a free service which works in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Society and Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Our Advisors aim to build up a rapport with clients and their carers and can offer several home visits over the course of time to suit the individual. Some of the services our Home Visitor can offer, include: • A Home Safety Assessment, including the fitting of free smoke alarms • Help to access local services such as private care, befriending services, day/lunch clubs • Information on a wide range of topics including aids and adaptions, powers of attorney, planning for the future • Help to apply for appropriate benefits • Advice on a range of welfare benefits • Details on local carer’s support services • Help to seek a diagnosis of dementia For more information, please call t. 0155 1 348 8113

We offer home visits and can discuss concerns about safety in the home and highlight particular hazards and risks that can contribute to falls.

For more information or for a leaflet on trips to prevent falls, please contact t. 0845 373 4300

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Get Going Together

Information and Advice

Get Going Together is a three year project, funded

by GlaxoSmithKline in partnership with Age UK, to improve the health and wellbeing of older people with long term conditions.

This is a free, confidential and impartial service which offers a range of advice and information on a wide variety of issues affecting older people, their relatives and carers, including:

Our team will be organising a range of exercise and fitness based programmes to meet the needs and interests of older people with long term health conditions. These will be a combination of highlevel and low-level activities.

• Health

For more information, please contact the team at our Ellesmere Port office on t. 0845 373 4300

• Independent Living

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• Leisure • Money • Housing • Benefits • Community Care • Travel We have 3 offices for people to drop in and speak to an advisor face-to-face or we can be contacted via telephone, email or post.

314 Chester Road Hartford, Northwich CW8 2AB t. 01606 881660

Mon - Fri 9am - 1pm 2pm – 4pm (exc Wed)

4 Queen Street Chester CH1 3LG t. 01244 401500

Brightlife

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This is a new programme about change, challenging the negative perceptions and assumptions around growing old and focusing on the positive role older people play in their communities. This a 5 year partnership project, led by Age UK Cheshire, and funded through £5.1 million Big Lottery grant, which is part of a wider national Ageing Better: Fullfilling Lives Programme.

Methodist Church Hall Park Street Neston CH64 3RP t. 0151 336 8388

Mon - Fri 9am - 1pm 2pm – 4pm

Methodist Church Hall Park Street Neston CH64 3RP t. 0151 336 8388

Mon - Wed 10am - 12pm

information@ageukcheshire.org.uk informationqs@ageukcheshire.org.uk

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North West Personal Assistance

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Right People | Right Jobs | One Place An easy access, on-line recruitment tool designed to bring together people seeking employment as a Personal Assistant (PA), and Employers looking for potential PAs.

Men in Sheds

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Men in Sheds is aimed at men over the age of 50 who would like to meet, share and learn new skills.

Age UK Cheshire currently have 4 sheds, operating in Northwich, Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, each offering a range of activities, including: • Wood and metal work • Community Projects • Computer sessions • Art • Model railways • Health awareness sessions Or you can join in just for a cup of coffee and a chat.

(Please note. Not all activities are available at every shed).

For more information, please contact t. 01606 884924

Designed and developed in consultation with employers, the North West Personal Assistance allows you access to information about people who want to be a PA or vacancies for PAs in your area, providing a cost effective service with a proven record of success.

For more information, please visit w.www.nw-pa.org e.info@nw-pa.org The PA Register is jointly owned and run by Age UK Cheshire and the Cheshire Centre for Independent Living acting as facilitators only.

All recruitment responsibility lies with the Employer and not North West Personal Assistance.

Cheshire

Men in Sheds, Chester Unit 63, Evans Easyspace Minerva Avenue Sovereign Way Chester CH1 4QL Men in Sheds, Ellesmere Port Unit 25, Junction 8 Business Park Rossfield Road Ellesmere Port CH65 3AS Men in Sheds, Hartford Unit 15, 314 Chester Road, Hartford Northwich CW8 2AB Men In Sheds, Crewe Unit 16, Brierley Business Park Mirion Street Crewe CW1 2AZ

reg charity no: 1091608 reg charity no: 1091744

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Supporting You

Wellbeing Co-ordinators

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Supporting You is a free and confidential service for people aged 50 and over living in East Cheshire, and 55 and over living in West Cheshire people aged 50 or over. Our Information and Advice caseworkers help people to claim disability benefits, and put them in touch with local services that enable people to maintain their independence.

Our Wellbeing Co-ordinators work within GP surgeries and hospital settings, and provide support and information to help older people registered with those surgeries to remain independent and manage long term conditions.

For more information, please contact

Wellbeing Co-ordinators work on a one to one basis for up to 6 weeks to help and support older people to set out and work towards their goals.

Some of the ways in which they can help include: • Finding out what groups and activities are t. 0151 348 8113 Chester and Ellesmere Port area available in your area • Introducing opportunities for you to socialise and meet new people • Building confidence to manage health Wearpurple Arts conditions ............................................................................................................................... .....

• Providing contact information and Wearpurple Arts gives people over the age of 50 encouragement to help you to take up the opportunity to work with professional artists physical activity to learn new skills and gain confidence in their creative abilities.

For more information, speak to a Wellbeing Co-ordinator, please contact Wearpurple believes that participation within the t. 01606 884922 arts has a positive effect on people’s wellbeing. t . 01606 884446 Vale Royal and Chester area

The arts help to raise people’s self-esteem, confidence and motivation and these experiences have wider reaching benefits in the everyday lives of the people involved.

Since the project started in March 2001, Wearpurple has employed artists of various media to work with local groups, individuals, day care centres & residential homes across the West of Cheshire.

For more information, please contact Wearpurple Arts t. 0845 373 4300 e. wearpurple@ageukcheshire.org.uk

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Charity Shops

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Age UK Cheshire has six charity shops, based in Northwich, Crewe, Holmes Chapel, Nantwich, Sandbach and Frodsham. They sell a wide variety of exceptional quality donated goods including clothes, books, toys and collectables. Our charity shop in Northwich is a £1 shop and has been open for 4 years.

Our shops rely heavily on stock donations so if you have any unwanted items hiding in a wardrobe or cupboard, please dig them out and bring them in.

We are always happy to receive good quality, clean reusable items to our shops during our opening hours.

Northwich 91 Witton Street, Northwich CW9 5DR Telephone - 01606 43304 Crewe 143 Nantwich Road, Crewe CW2 6DD Telephone - 01270 258919 Holmes Chapel 34 London Road, Holmes Chapel CW4 7AJ Telephone – 01477 533574 Nantwich 12 Pepper Street, Nantwich CW5 5AB Telephone 01270 618233 Sandbach 25 Bold Street, Sandbach CW11 1GR Telephone – 01270 753115 Frodsham Unit 2 Eddisbury Square, Church Street, Frodsham WA6 6QS Telephone 01928 734436 Opening Hours at all these shops are: Monday to Friday, 9am - 4:45pm, Saturday, 9am - 4.30pm EXCEPT Nantwich and Holmes Chapel, which are open: Monday to Saturday 9.30am - 4.30pm, PLUS Frodsham is open Sunday 10am - 4pm.

Visit our website (www.ageuk.org.uk/cheshire) to check if there are any new shops open near you.

Each year our shops generate much needed income for the charity and every penny is spent supporting local older people in Cheshire.

We have a team of volunteers who help to manage the shops in many ways.

If you are able to help too, please come along or call 01606 881660.

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As a local charity, Age UK Cheshire relies heavily on our team of volunteers to help us to provide services to thousands of local people in our Cheshire community.

Older people rely on us and we could not continue without the generosity of our community to make sure the services we offer are here for today and all our tomorrows.

Our volunteers come from all walks of life and share enthusiasm for helping older people in their communities.

• Do you have a few hours a week to spare?

• Could you share your skills and experience with us • Do you want to learn new skills?

• Do you want to meet new people and help older people at the same time.

If the answer is yes to these questions, then why not join us as a volunteer.

As a volunteer we will offer you: • Induction and initial training • Opportunities for personal development • Regular individual support and supervision • Full recognition of the time, energy and skill volunteers freely give • The opportunity to meet regularly with other volunteers • The opportunity to make new friends and attend social events • The opportunity to be involved in the planning and development of services • Reimbursement of travel and telephone expenses • Appropriate insurance cover For more information about joining us as a volunteer, please call us on t. 01606 881660 e. volunteering@ageukcheshire.org.uk

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Donations

Fundraising

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Donations are vital to the work of Age UK Cheshire to enable us to continue to provide services for older people. However much you can give, whether it is a regular payment or a single donation we guarantee that every penny will be used for the benefit of older people in the county of Cheshire.

We are always on the lookout for people who will organise and run fundraising activities on our behalf; from coffee mornings with friends to a posh frock dinner dance or even a jumble sale or collection at a local fete. We are looking for individuals as well as more established community groups. If you would like to support Age UK Cheshire with fundraising, please contact us, using the details below.

If you would like to make a donation, you can do so in the following ways: Donate online: You can make a donation online by visiting our website at www.ageukcheshire.org.uk and going to the ‘How You Can Help’ section Donate by cheque: If you would like to make a donation via cheque, please make your cheque payable to Age UK Cheshire and send it to: Donations Age UK Cheshire 314 Chester Road Hartford Cheshire CW8 2AB Payroll giving: You can make regular donations to Age UK Cheshire through your salary. It means that we can plan ahead and make the most of your gift.

Please contact your employer for more details.

Regular giving: You can also make regular (monthly, quarterly or annual) payments via our online donations page.

Alternatively you can contact our head office on 01606 881660 and we will send you a standing order form.

Leave us a legacy: Legacies are crucial to our income and help us to sustain services upon which so many needy and vulnerable older people depend.

Ask your solicitor to include Age UK Cheshire in your will.

Age UK Cheshire Events: We hold a number of fundraising events throughout the year, including a quiz night and a Christmas concert, plus a number of events in association with local community groups. Check out our website to find out what is going on near you.

Contact Details: Marketing and Fundraising t. 01606 305000 e. georgina.alexander@ageukcheshire.org.uk Charity Challenges: Do you want to see the world whilst raising valuable funds for Age UK Cheshire?

Why not take part in one of our Charity Challenges!

Whether you want to walk the Great Wall of China, or trek the footsteps of the Inca Trail, if you can raise sponsorship ... we will arrange the rest.

(We can even help you out with your fundraising).

There are a number of different activities you can do, both in the UK and abroad, so if trekking isn’t your thing, maybe check out the cycling or the rafting or even the motorcycling. Please contact us for the full list of activities.

‘An incredible 10 days, full of interesting culture, stunning scenery and a unified goal of reaching Machu Picchu—I was not disappointed’ Trek Peru Participant.

Gift Aid: If you are a taxpayer, we can make your gift worth 25% more! The Gift Aid scheme allows charities to claim back the tax paid on donations, which means we get more out of the money you give to us.

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Enabling them to lead a fuller independent life.

BESPOKE CARE CHESHIRE We will provide a care plan based on your budget that will be tailor-made for you.

We will talk to you face to face about just what you want, and include all those little details which make all the difference, respecting your wishes throughout.

As a guideline some of our services include: Help with getting up and going to bed • Personal care • Cleaning and light domestic duties Preparing meals • Trips out/appointment’s • Shopping • Assist with medication

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us Telephone: 0151 268 5070 • Email: admin@bespokecarecheshire.com www.bespokecarecheshire.com

Audlem, Cheshire

An exquisite family owned nursing home from Morris Care,

Assurance of outstanding, sensitive nursing care Our bespoke approach to caring for those living with dementia A short holiday experience with us A taster of our dedicated Day Club

Visit us for a warm welcome, cup of tea and a chat with our friendly Manager

Part of Caring for Life

0345 515 0005 www.morriscare.co.uk

Sunrise of Mobberley

Don’t Stop Doing the Things you Love Not only is it situated in a picturesque, semi-rural location, Sunrise of Mobberley – one of Cheshire’s premier providers of retirement living, residential care and dementia care – also makes use of the latest thinking in design to create a community that’s welcoming and comfortable for residents and their visitors.

Set close to the heart of this highly desirable Cheshire village, with all its local amenities, the location is ideal for visiting family and friends: just a short distance from the M6 and 45 minutes away by car from Manchester city centre. Other areas served by Mobberley include Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge,Warrington, Hale, Greater Manchester and the rest of Cheshire.

www.sunrise-care.co.uk/communities/mobberley

There’s always something going on at Sunrise. A range of optional activities takes place every day, designed around what our residents like doing. Whether it’s a bridge club, a glass of wine with friends and neighbours, music, regular outings or a talk from a visiting expert you’ll always have something to look forward to at Sunrise.

One of the reasons why every Sunrise home is much more than just a care home is the team of people working there. Every hour of every day, Sunrise team members are working to make sure that our residents enjoy life as fully as possible.

Call 01565 818480 or pop in anytime for a closer look at what makes Sunrise so special.

Hall Lane, Mobberley, Knutsford WA16 7DZ

At Vivo Care Choices our aim is to work in collaboration with you to provide tailored support packages which meet your needs and enable you to be what you want to be.

We provide a wide range of care services that are delivered through a combination of our own locations across the Cheshire West and Chester area, community venues and people’s own homes.

Our experienced and dedicated teams are trained to support a range of people including those with complex needs and conditions, such as autism and dementia.

Our services are available to people who fund their own care as well as those who have Direct Payments/Personalised Budgets.

You can contact us to discuss your needs by phoning us on:

0300 1235059 option 1 Or e-mail: enquiries@vivocarechoices.co.uk

www.vivocarechoices.co.uk

Pioneering transformation in premium care solutions

From fitting a stairlift to building an extension, Care & Repair can help.

We support older and disabled people with repairs and adaptations, keeping them safe, warm and independent in their own home.

Always Act ve Trust the domestic cleaning experts at MOLLY MAID

Learn a new skill meet people and have fun

• Uniformed and professionally trained staff • 100% guaranteed and insured • Free in-home estimate • No contracts • All materials supplied • Regular or occasional cleans • More affordable than you think mollymaid87@hotmail.com | www.mollymaid.co.uk 01565 889900 | 0161 3319107

Always Active Day Centres provide a range of activities, a chance to socialise and meet friends and a meal for older people.

We provide a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment for people with Alzheimer’s or other conditions associated with being older.

This service is part of a range of services we provide, to support those who stay at home but welcome a chance to meet others and enjoy varied daily activities.

We offer respite day care to enable carers some free time knowing their loved one is in a safe stimulating and fun environment.

Phone: 07972 572054 Wilmslow Day Centre,1 Wilmslow View Henbury Road, Handforth, Wilmslow SK9 3PJ Email: enquiries@alwaysactive.org.uk www.alwaysactive.org.uk

Prompt and expert care to get you moving again At Spire Regency Hospital, Macclesfield we understand how limiting a painful joint can be.

We have a team of orthopaedic consultants who provide fast access to diagnosis and treatment tailored to each patient, offering high quality care with successful outcomes.

Our team is supported by highly skilled nurses, radiologists and physiotherapists, which means we can support you from your first visit through to your recovery.

Our services are available to everyone, whether you are insured or not. If you choose to pay for your own treatment we are able to offer you a one-off fixed price package.

01625 501 150

info@spireregency.com www.spireregency.com

Outstanding care in a magnificent setting Respite care Day care with a difference Nursing care Support at home Award winning care Dementia expertise

Belong villages are purpose-built complexes in the heart of the community and provide: • Specialist dementia and nursing care • Innovative household model • Experience Days service offering fulfilling day care with a difference • Belong at Home service providing practical and emotional support to you in your own home • Independent living in modern one or two bedroom apartments • Village centre open to the public with amenities including licensed bistro, hair and beauty salon and activities studio • Respite stays welcome

To find out more contact Belong Crewe on 01270 260270, or Belong Macclesfield on 01625 800850. Alternatively, visit us online to request an information pack at www.belong.org.uk Belong villages are located in: Atherton, Crewe, Macclesfield, Warrington, and Wigan

friendship,

warmth & security

Ashfields and Genesis Care Homes provide residential care in a unique home from home environment, free from the worries of modern day living and offering friendship, warmth and security.

We consider each resident’s well-being and ensure that the care they receive is of the highest standard.

Should you require a short period of convalescence or simply need a break we also offer short term respite and holiday breaks.

for more details please contact:

WINNIECARE ASHFIELDS CARE HOME 129 PRESTBURY ROAD MACCLESFIELD CHESHIRE SK10 3DA TEL: 01625 617288

GENESIS CARE HOME 197 PETER STREET MACCLESFIELD CHESHIRE SK11 8ES TEL: 01625 508020

MANAGER: SHARON BANNISTER

MANAGER: AMANDA SARGEANT

Your life, your pace, your way.

Covering Crewe, Nantwich, Wistaston, Willaston, Shavington, Weston...

“Personalising Personal Care�

Family owned and run

Domicillary Care Agency

Personal Care Packages from 15 minutes to 24 hours Sleeping and Waking Night-sits Domestic, Social and Shopping Calls

Personal support and care ~ Domestic support ~ Care following discharge from hospital Help with social activities and appointments ~ Mental health care Dementia care and Palliative care

Telephone: 01270 588864 www.valleywoodcare.co.uk valleywoodcare@aol.co.uk 3 Mallard Court, Mallard Way, Crewe, CW1 6ZQ

OPENING

AUTUMN 2015

Available from as little as 57p per day

Specialist Advice for Elderly Clients We specialise in all aspects of legal advice for elderly clients and their families including: Will writing Inheritance tax planning Administration of estates Contesting Wills Advising on long term care Lasting Powers of Attorney Trusts Personal taxation Court of protection Equity release Property sale and/or purchase

www.hibberts.com Call us on 01270 624225 Services Available: • Agriculture • Criminal • Charity • Dispute Resolution • Elderly Client Services • Employment • Company Commercial • Family and Matrimonial • Landlord and Tenant • Probate and Trust Disputes • Residential and Commercial Property • Partnerships • Trust and Tax Planning • Wills and Probate

For a full list of Hibberts STEP qualified members please visit www.hibberts.com/step

OFFICES IN: NANTWICH • CREWE • ELLESMERE • TARPORLEY • WHITCHURCH

HANDYPERSON SERVICE - A SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST Orbitas is a company owned by Cheshire East Council, we carry out repairs and adaptations to your home.

Some work may be funded by Cheshire East Council, our local team of handymen can:

• Install adaptations - grab rails, additional hand rails etc.

• Install Security - fit window locks, key safes, security chains, doorbells and door bolts.

• Carry out odd jobs - curtain rails, changing tap washers, replacing light bulbs and smoke alarm batteries, repair plasterwork, adapt/repair external steps etc.

To make an appointment or receive further information call:

0300 123 5017 option 3

Karen Robinson’s

ALDERLEY ELDERLY SERVICES Areas I cover: Alderley Wilmslow Handforth Chelford Mobberley Mottram St Andrew

Lantern Care Services Bringing Light Into Peoples Lives

HOME HELP • SHOPPING • TRANSPORT HOUSEWORK, LAWN/HEDGE CUTTING SHOPPING COMPANION, MENU PLANNING PERSONAL SHOPPER. TRANSPORT TO: DOCTORS, DENTIST, HOSPITAL, HAIR DRESSERS etc.

TEL: 01625 582991 • MOB: 07770047390 Email: karenrob7335@aol.com www.alderleyelderlyservices.co.uk 2 OAKFIELD CLOSE, ALDERLEY EDGE CHESHIRE SK9 7NA

AFFORDABLE & RELIABLE

You are amazing Your home care provider should be too At Lantern Care Services we listen.

Your care package is designed by you, for you and delivered by our team of fully trained, experienced carers.

We offer personalised home care visits, companionship, shopping or even a spot of cleaning.

Whatever you need, we can help.

Live the life you love with Lantern Care Services

For more information about the services we provide call: 01270 584766 or email: office.lanterncareservices@gmail.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Care Plus

A family run business since 2008

Homecare Services Ltd

Since 2008, we have helped no less than 500 elderly and vulnerable adults to remain living, independently in their own homes.

Personal Care Domestic Support Social Support We are a small, friendly, family run care agency. We employ only local, mature, experienced and caring Carers who are always prepared to go the extra mile.

The aim of Care Plus Homecare Services Ltd is to provide a Care Team to an individual in their own home and to assist and support individuals and organisations in promoting health and maintaining or improving independence.

We aim to provide a focused value for money service that is reliable and responsive to your needs and preferences.

Care Plus Homecare Services Ltd aims to foster an atmosphere of care and support which both enables and encourages individual’s to live as full, interesting and independent a lifestyle as possible.

Find out what Care Plus can do for your family member.

Call Us On: 01625 522504 • Email: office@careplusltd.co.uk www.careplusltd.co.uk

We put the Care back into Homecare

Call our reception team on: 01625 590444 for more details The physiotherapy treatment you need by people who care, available in our clinic or in your own home • Post-surgery • Falls prevention • Balance issues • Arthritis • Respiratory conditions

• Pain relief • Strokes / MS • Parkinson’s disease • Exercise classes • Cardiac rehab

Keeping you fit and healthy for life Tel: 01625 590444 www.physiofit.co.uk Email: info@physiofit.co.uk 4 Trafford Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire SK9 7NT

Cheshire

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