Caring 4 Sussex Magazine - Spring 2011

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No. 13 Spring 2011

Racing to Victory we visit Tangmere Museum

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Contents

Spring 2011

4 Caring 4 Finance – advice on Wills and LPA

9-12 Sussex Farmhouse Meals

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Caring 4 News – our Silver Surfers feature asks

“Who do you think you are?”

13 Caring 4 Health – Dr Sarah answers your questions,

6 Caring 4 Yesterdays – history in the skies at

– super saver meals delivered to your door

and we talk to the Denture Detective

16 Caring 4 You – the very best in residential and home care

Tangmere Military Aviation Museum

7 Silver Service – if a job’s worth doing…

18 Caring 4 Brainpower – puzzles to keep you guessing

8 Caring 4 Books – On the Shelf, with a chance to win

and Rex by Scifer

a top read

From the Editor How much do we take for granted about the world we live in? When we’re very young, I’d say – all of it, unquestioningly. I spent my very early years in post-war South London, a grey-tinged make-the-best-of-it kind of place, where rationing was only just coming to an end, and everyone was unflaggingly cheerful.

As a small child I had no idea why vast areas of our streets were full of broken bricks, bright with yellow weeds, half destroyed walls and shattered glass. It was perfectly normal to see the side of a house with a fireplace halfway up the wall and rose-patterned wallpaper flapping idly in the breeze. No-one told me – or I have no recollection of them doing so – that these had been people’s houses, where families had lived, loved and, quite probably died.

As a five year old in Camberwell, I was delighted by the Bomb Sites, without any concept of what a bomb actually was. They were fabulous worlds to explore, with treasures to unearth and wonderful games to play. And, of course, because we were told by teachers and parents not to go there, the prospect of sneaking across the street from the school gate at playtime was an irresistible temptation.

The rows of prefabs with corrugated walls, the low walls where railings had been sawn off to use the metal for munitions – it’s all still there in my mind’s eye. And now, with the benefit of great age, I can see what a tribute it all was to those stout British hearts, re-building their lives and looking to the future.

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A kiss for a Spitfire from Anita Seaton – LivingCover History photos by kind permission of West Sussex County Council Library Service www.westsussexpast.org.uk © Copyright Ganda Publishing Ltd. No reproduction in whole or part without written permission. The Publisher cannot be held liable for any loss suffered as a result of information herein or obtained from the Publisher’s website and therefore cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, damage, distress or inconvenience caused by the content of any such website. The publisher accepts no liability for views expressed by contributors and advertisers, undertakes that prices were correct at time of going to press and can neither accept responsibility for loss or damage to unsolicited material nor return it without an SAE. No product or service advertised and/or publicised and/or appearing in Caring 4 Sussex magazine is, unless expressly stated to the contrary, endorsed by and/or otherwise associated with Caring 4 Sussex.

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Piles of paperwork? Don’t panic!

Do you need help managing your investments and paperwork? asks Karen Thomas at Carpenter Box who are finding it difficult to manage their paperwork, we’ve decided to launch our Silver Service. This provides support and – if needed – regular home visits to help with filing, form filling, investments and any tax matters arising. Silver Service can be tailored to meet individual needs, and is provided for a fixed monthly fee.

At the beginning of the new financial year in April we tend to get more paperwork than usual through the door. If you have investments, you may find that with mountains of paperwork giving valuations and forecasts, it’s difficult to work out which pieces of paper need to be dealt with and which can be filed away.

A number of yearly household

bills are reviewed at this time, too – and you may worry about paying too much. The best advice is don’t panic, help is at hand!

At Carpenter Box Accountants we may be able to help, by giving tax advice to individuals in the local area. We deal with many retired people on a personal level, and in response to many requests from clients

In addition, our team can help you compare household energy, insurance and telecommunication company prices to make sure you are getting the best deal for your money. We’re also able to give advice regarding capital gains tax on selling assets, and inheritance tax on gifts or on your estate – and explain ways in which you can make tax savings.

If you’d like to find out more about this service Karen will be happy to talk to you. Call her on 01903 234094, Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm.

The importance of having a Lasting Power of Attorney What would happen if you could no longer look after things for yourself? Glenys Laws at Collective Legal Solutions explains how to plan in advance We all realise there may come a time when we may be unable, or too frail, to look after our own affairs – perhaps because of an accident, illness or just as we get older. Whatever the cause, someone still has to pay your bills, manage your finances and speak on your behalf on medical issues.

If you plan in advance and create a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), you will be able to choose who you want to manage things for you. A friend or relative – someone you trust.

If you don’t organise this now it may mean that it cannot be done later, as to make an LPA you must be assessed as mentally capable of doing so.

It’s vital to make a valid Will Without a Last Will and Testament your assets will be distributed according to the rules of Intestacy, which lay down a rigid method of estate distribution and make no account for your wishes.

For married couples – it is not certain that your spouse will inherit all your assets. And for unmarried couples – your partner may not receive anything! Your entire estate will probably be divided

between your children, or if you don’t have children, between your relatives. If you’re divorced or separated you must make it clear whether or not you want your ex-spouse to benefit from your estate.

And here’s some advice to parents of young children. By making a Will you can ensure that the Courts are aware of who you wish to care for your children in the event of your death. You can also decide at what age you wish your children to receive their inheritance.

For a free informal consultation at home, or for more information, call Glenys Laws on 01903 200982 or visit the website at www.glenyslawscls.co.uk.

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So, who DO you think you are? asks Claire Love at LWS Creative

In the last issue, I talked about using the Internet to keep in touch with friends and family.

This column is also about family, but family you might not be aware of… yet. There are no prizes for guessing the most common subject on the web – to spare our blushes, enough said! But you may be surprised that right up there among the top uses of the web is genealogy.

Over the last few years, family history has grown as a hobby, mainly because of the Internet, and there are two main reasons for this.

The Internet is the perfect repository and indexing system

for hundreds of years’ worth of records – from censuses to phone books, and from baptism records to criminal proceedings.

This information, available at your finger tips from sites such as Ancestry, Find My Past and Genes Reunited, means that you can easily trace your history back to the early 19th century and often beyond.

But, these sites, and many others like them, also provide the second key to the growth of genealogy – contacts. By sharing your research online, you will find other researchers seeking the same long-lost family members. It’s the perfect way to discover new branches of your family, and answer that all-important question about knowing who you are.

Claire Love is the Managing Director of West Sussex based Local Web Solutions | LWS Creative – a web, graphic design and marketing company. Contact Claire on 01903 790100, visit www.lws-uk.com or email info@lws-uk.com

Thanks, guys! – from QAHH The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home in Boundary Road, Worthing needs to raise over £1.3 million each year to maintain its services for ex-servicemen and women.

That’s why the Home and its residents are delighted by the efforts of Worthing Radio Emergency Activated Communications (REAC) who have recently donated £1,000.

The group consists entirely of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, who raise money for charity by providing safety, security and event management services for a small fee – donating the proceeds to various deserving local causes.

The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home provides nursing care and rehabilitation to former members of HM Armed Forces with physical and/or neurological disabilities. It is committed to provide those who have served their country with the quality of care, comfort, and independence they so richly deserve.

The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home Residential care with full rehabilitation services by qualified practitioners

For ex-military applicants, but also some beds available for those with no military connection.

For more information please visit our website:

www.qahh.org.uk Or contact us: The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home, Boundary Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4LJ Telephone: 01903 213458 Email: ceo@qahh.org.uk

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History in the Skies Tangmere Military Aviation Museum is a fascinating tribute to our war heroes. Gill Medway reports

Hawker Hunter

Tales of heroism and derringdo are always wonderful to discover – but when they have a local flavour these wartime stories take on a whole new meaning. And that’s the true excitement of Tangmere Military Aviation Museum just three miles east of Chichester. It stands next to the original RAF Tangmere airfield off the A27, a frontline station in RAF Fighter Command’s conflict with the Luftwaffe during the desperate days of the Battle of Britain.

The museum is home to an extensive collection of military aviation and World War II artefacts, static aircraft, displays depicting family life in wartime Britain, the role of women in the RAF and the activities of the S.O.E (Special Operations Executive) who dropped agents into occupied Europe.

One of the flying legends associated with Tangmere is Billy Fiske, an American who fought with the RAF when America was still neutral.

In order to enlist, he told the RAF he was a Canadian, and flew as a member of 601 Squadron, nicknamed Millionaires Squadron, as many of its members were extremely wealthy. On August 16 1940, Billy crash landed on Tangmere airfield, and his injuries were so severe that he died the following day in the Royal West Sussex Hospital, Chichester. He is buried at Boxgrove Priory with full military honours.

The famous pilot Douglas Bader, played so memorably

by Kenneth More in the 1956 movie Reach for the Sky, flew Spitfires from nearby West Hampnett, a satellite airfield of

Tangmere. He was shot down on August 9 1941 and became a German POW. One of the most poignant exhibits we saw on a recent visit to Tangmere is the excavated remains of a Hurricane, flown

by Sgt Dennis Noble during Battle of Britain which crashed in Hove while the battle was raging. Sgt Noble’s own personal effects, salvaged from the wreckage, tell their own story – that of a young man cut down in the prime of life while fighting in the skies for the freedom of his country.

There are famous aircraft everywhere you look. You’ll see the Gloster Meteor F4 Special in which Group Captain ‘Teddy’ Donaldson broke the World Air Speed Record in 1946. And the impressive Hawker Hunter F5 broke the same record again in 1953, flown by Squadron Leader Neville Duke, on a measured course between Bognor and Littlehampton. There are lots more aircraft outside, including the famous Phantom.

Tangmere closed as an operational airfield in 1970 – and it wasn’t until 1982 that the Museum opened on the site. Run entirely by volunteers and enthusiasts, it’s a mine of information about those faroff wartime days, and since the Eighties it’s expanded out of all recognition. One of its latest additions is the Lightning

Up, up and away? Keep your feet on the ground in this Lightning cockpit simulator

Cockpit Simulator – a chance to experience the thrills of piloting a Lightning flight, without leaving the ground.

There are plenty of special events planned at Tangmere this year, including a Family Day on May 15, with a special children’s art competition, and a Douglas Bader Remembered Exhibition on August 7.

A visit to Tangmere is an uplifting and totally fascinating experience, offering a real insight into bygone days.

What’s more, it’s brimful of helpful volunteers who will take great pleasure in answering your questions. Wander around the museum shop and the Memorial Garden – and when you’re feeling in need of a cuppa, pop along to the NAAFI Café for some welcome refreshment.

Tangmere Military Aviation Museum is open every day from February to the end of November from 10am. There’s good disabled access, too. Visit the website for admission and event details at www.tangmere-museum.org.uk, or call 01243 790090.

Remains of the excavated Hurricane flown by Sgt Dennis Noble

Photo: Graham Franks

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This witty, well observed book contains some mouthwatering recipes, too.

It’s the perfect read for anyone who dreams of a slice of the good life.

And here’s your chance to win your very own copy.

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Quirky tales of Allotment Life

by Kay Sexton Published in hardback by Summersdale Books, price £9.99 ISBN: 978 1 84024 1351 In recession-hit Britain, allotments are more popular than ever.

And when Kay Sexton becomes the proud holder of an allotment, she hopes it will set her on the road towards self sufficiency for her family. Instead she finds herself in a strange and hostile world of rules, regulations and hosepipe stand-offs.

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The Walker’s Friend: a Miscellany of Wit and Wisdom

by Jude Palmer Published in hardback by Summersdale Books, price £9.99 ISBN: 978 1 84953 052 1

If you love rambling, walking the dog or just a casual stroll, you’ll be delighted by this beautifully designed collection of quotations and excerpts from classic and contemporary writing. It’s a treasure trove that’s humorous and evocative – peppered with practical tips on everything from walking boots to where to spot wildlife.

And the great news is – you can enjoy it from your armchair without walking a step!

The Girl in the Painted Caravan

by Eva Petulengro Published in paperback by Macmillan, price £6.99 ISBN: 9780 3305 1 9991 Here’s a fascinating glimpse into the Romany world of the 1940s and 1950s, just as society was changing forever. Born into a Romany family in 1939, Eva Petulengro travelled the country with her family in their painted caravan, spending evenings by the fire as they sang and told stories of their past.

Eva describes the wonderful characters in her family, as well as the fascinating people they met on the road. It’s a story that’s moving, evocative, romantic and very funny.

Billy Brown, I’ll tell Your Mother

by Bill Brown Published in paperback by Orion, price £6.99 ISBN: 978 1 4091 2094 0 The Second World War is over and London is getting back on its feet. But rationing is not over and for ten-year-old Billy Brown this means business.

It’s the perfect time for a mischievous boy with ambition and imagination. He scours the bombsites and markets, finds a Saturday job at a scrap metal yard and sells everything from bricks to horse manure.

Bill brings to life a host of wonderful characters – from the new West Indian immigrants to spivs to gospel ministers –

and paints a heart-warming, nostalgic picture of Britain emerging from the ruins of war. Absolutely riveting.

CONGRATULATIONS to Tony Malone of Goring, winner of our Winter On the Shelf Competition. Tony wins a complete set of Julie Round’s Lane trilogy. Happy reading!

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I have noticed I am becoming more breathless when walking about, even though I have been previously fit. I don’t seem able to lie down flat at night-time without waking up breathless and now have to sleep propped up on three pillows.

My legs seem swollen, too, especially at the ankles. My GP said I might need to take “water tablets”. What are these and where is the water coming from?

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I am a fit and healthy man in my 70s.

Just recently I have noticed more difficulty passing urine, having to go more often – particularly at night – and a reduction in the amount I am passing.

Chatting to some of my older male friends, we have diagnosed a prostate problem! What’s the next step?

Mr T. Holder, Worthing

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You and your friends may well be right!

The prostate (not prostrate) gland increases in size with age – this is called Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy – and many older men will experience the symptoms you describe. It is important to get the diagnosis right though, as there can be other causes or similar symptoms. Your GP will examine the prostate gland by performing a rectal examination and then arrange an ultrasound, possibly with a biopsy, to check for cancer cells.

You don’t say how old you are or what other medical problems you may have or have had. It sounds as though you might have some of the signs and symptoms of heart failure. This occurs when the ‘pump’ doesn’t work as well as it used to, and leads to an accumulation of fluid in the lungs and tissues. This is not helped by gravity, which is why the ankle swelling can be more noticeable. Diuretics can help to get rid of some excess fluid but your GP may also refer you to a cardiologist for further tests, including an echocardiogram – an ultrasound of the heart – to look at the way the heart is beating in real time.

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I have always had to watch what I eat and when I eat to avoid excruciating heartburn. It seems to be getting worse and I can’t even bend over or lie flat in bed without feeling a horrible burning pain. What is the cause and can anything be done?

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The Denture Detective

Uncomfortable dentures are a crime. If they’re loose or illfitting, your dentures can ruin a meal, make conversation difficult and adversely affect your life in a big way. That’s why you need an expert who can track down those problems and solve them for you.

“Don’t suffer in silence,” says Paul Cullen, Clinical Dental Technician at The Denture Studio. “Whatever your denture problem may be, I’ll find the answer.”

Paul is based in East Grinstead, but makes home visits with free initial consultation right across the area. This means he can assess exactly what you need and give the best advice without you needing to stir from your favourite armchair – from first visit to final fitting.

Sherlock could be his middle name!

Put an end to criminal dentures, and give Paul a call on 01342 322171.

Although The Denture Studio address has changed, the phone number remains the same.

You’ll now find the practice at The Old Mill, 45 London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1AW.

Ouch! Don’t cramp your style Massage the calf by rubbing upwards from the ankle towards your heart. If you get cramp regularly, try this before you go to sleep every night.

If you wake from a deep sleep with cramp in your calf muscle, it’s not only a nasty shock, it’s horribly painful, too. And once you’ve got rid of it, the last thing you need is a recurrence. Here’s how you can make sure you’ll drop off again – and be pain-free.

Stretch in bed. If the cramp is mild, you might get away with stretching the calf muscle by drawing your foot up in the direction of your knee. But if this doesn’t work, there’s nothing else for it. You’ll have to get out of bed and walk up and down.

Sleep on your side with your knees bent and a pillow between them.

Loosen the covers. Duvets are great news, but if you’re still using heavy blankets, try loosening the weight of these on your legs. Don’t tuck them in too tightly, as they could be partly to blame for night cramps.

Get enough calcium. Calcium deficiency can cause your muscles to react strongly.

Your recommended daily intake should be 700mg, so take a supplement if you think your calcium level may be low.

It may be wise to check with your GP first.

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Caring For You Melrose is a privately owned Nursing Home situated close to the heart of Worthing. We have the top quality rating awarded by the Care Quality Commission, reflecting our dedication to quality care.

We offer a professional service in a caring and homely environment with excellent facilities, a beautiful garden, easy access and parking facilities.

Our staff are highly skilled and trained in meeting the specific care needs of our residents 24 hours a day.

You are welcome to visit at any time, just pop in, you can be assured of a warm welcome.

Please visit our website or contact us directly for a brochure or more information.

the denture studio The Quality Denture Specialist

01342 322171

All dentures constructed by registered qualified members of the General Dental Council

7-11 Wykeham Road • Worthing • BN11 4JG Tel: 01903 230406

www.melrosecare.org.uk

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Smile, please! we can offer a same day service on denture repairs, re-lines and additions – at

far more personal than other,

Same day service on denture repairs Denture re-lines & additions Sports mouth guards

larger establishments. What’s

29 east street, shoreham by sea, bn43 5ZD

competitive prices. Because we’re a small lab, our service is

more, we’re all qualified, GDC registered and compliant We’ve got a great service on denture repairs, says Jayne Ellis at Hollywood Smiles If you’re a denture wearer, broken, loose or missing teeth can seriously damage your smile – and you certainly don’t want to wait ages for a repair job. That’s why it pays to visit us at Hollywood Smiles. Based in Shoreham, we’re a friendly bunch, and can undertake a quick repair job for around £25.

And if you have your own registered dental practice,

Denture replacement specialists Custom whitening trays Metal free ceramics MDD & GDC Registered

01273 464288

with medical devices directive policies. Take a look at our colourful range of sports mouth guards, too. We can also offer night guards and whitening trays at prices you’ll like.

For fast, efficient denture replacements, we like to think we’re putting a smile on a few faces – dentists and patients alike.

If you’d like to find out more about the great service Hollywood Smiles can offer, give us a call on 01273 464288.

Are you Elderly or less able and suffering from mobility problems?

Then Orange Badge Mobility Services can help We invite you to visit our mobility assessment centre in Lewes, where you can try and test the largest and most comprehensive range of equipment available under one roof in the whole of Sussex

Electric Scooters

Easy Access Showers

Adjustable Beds

Wheelchairs

(Over 50 to choose from)

(Subject to site survey)

(Suitable for all sizes) (Off the shelf or Customised)

Walk-In Baths

Electric Powerchairs

(Subject to site survey)

(Over 35 to choose from)

Riser/Recliner Chairs

Stairlifts

(Over 25 styles to choose from) (Straight or Curved)

For professional friendly advice; with a cost effective solution you can afford; why not call us today to arrange a personal assessment, either at our newly extended centre in Lewes, or in the convenience of your own home

01273 473838 The Old Dairy, Rise Farm, Cockshut Rd, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 3PR

www.orangebadge.co.uk

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Caring 4 You

Going solo Adjusting to life on your own has its ups and downs Ask about a befriending service.

Your local Age UK/Age Concern can put you in touch with a scheme where a volunteer will visit or phone you regularly, providing company and support.

Websites and chat forums provide an anonymous place where you can say what you really feel in total freedom. It can be a great help to chat to people who have had similar experiences.

Don’t forget to feed yourself!

Just because you’re cooking for one, there’s no need to starve.

Eating a well balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight will help you stay well – and look and feel better.

Lunch clubs can be a very sociable way to do this.

Ask your local Age UK or local charity for older folk if they run one.

Need more information? Call Age UK Advice free on 0800 169 65 65 or visit www.ageuk.org.uk/healthandwellbeing When you lose someone dear to you, perhaps someone who has been your friend and partner for many years, it may help if you just allow your feelings to come out. Talking can help – but don’t feel pressured into this. You’ll know when the time is right to share your emotions with others.

If your family isn’t around, or you don’t feel able to talk to them – for whatever reason – there are other options to consider.

Your GP can often help with symptoms associated with grief. If you can’t sleep, or feel anxious or depressed, your doctor can prescribe drugs which will help.

Professional counselling can help you express your emotions, which may well be more complicated than simply missing your partner. Because there’s no need to censor what you say to a counsellor, it could be a welcome opportunity to get everything off your chest.

FREEDOM with MOBILITY VISIT YOUR LOCAL SHOWROOM OR BOOK A HOME VISIT

● new & secondhand scooters ● wheelchairs & walking aids ● lightweight powered bicycles

10 Station Parade, South St., Lancing 01903 765353

● servicing & repairs ● short term hire ● bathing aids ● stairlifts

1 Sea Lane, Rustington 01903 774030

263 Goring Road, Worthing 01903 505655 www.guardianmobility.co.uk

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Looking for a care home that’s different?

Whether you are looking for yourself or a relative, come take a look at The Shelley, you will not be disappointed

54 Shelley Road

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Worthing

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West Sussex

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BN11 4BX

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t: 01903 237000

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luxury residential care home

www.theshelley.com

Heaton House

Highgrove House

Specialist dementia care

Book your respite care and enjoy your holiday

Come and visit us for an informal chat to see what we can offer

Sally or Michelle at Heaton House: 01903 700251 Clive or Sue at Highgrove House: 01903 230487 Visit our web site for further information. Our Inspection Reports are available on the Care Quality Commission web site: www.cqc.org.uk

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GREY MATTER QUIZ Some of these are tricky – but you can handle it!

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All the words at the foot of the page are hidden in the puzzle reading in any direction

WORDS, WORDS, WORDS How good is your vocabulary? Answers below.

1. Brinjarry is a) an Indian seller of grain b) an Indian snake c) an Indian dish of lentils 2. Lotophagus means a) hard to swallow b) dreamy c) self-seeking

3. Cocciferous means a) bearing berries b) poisonous c) having a tail 4. Ranarium is a) an Ancient Roman wine shop b) a collection of newts c) a place for rearing frogs 5. Gambier is a) a medieval pedlar b) a yellow dye c) a wading bird

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Companionship, privacy, security and independence – you’ll find them all, and much more, in an Abbeyfield home.

The Abbeyfield Ferring Society has two houses both serving freshly prepared meals.

Cornwell House accommodates twenty residents in its residential home which is close to local shops and the sea.

Old School House provides supported accommodation for eleven residents in the heart of the village, adjacent to the library and Doctor’s surgery and close to the shops.

We aim to provide quality care in a warm, friendly environment. Respite care can be provided, subject to availability.

We also have a domiciliary support service for people who require some assistance to remain in their own homes. l Friendship, privacy and practical support l Fully trained and caring staff l Residents treated with dignity and respect

Please contact Ruth on 01903 240313 for further details

High quality nursing and residential care in Worthing Linfield

Wykeham Road, Worthing - 01903 529629 linfield@guildcare.org Spacious ensuite rooms, lovely views over the park, roof terrace and gardens. Full programme of activities, social events and outings, shopping trips ~ individual and with friends.

First class catering, hairdressers, chiropody, aromatherapy and physiotherapy.

Caer Gwent Downview Road Worthing - 01903 536649 caergwent@guildcare.org Lovely ensuite rooms overlooking quiet landscaped gardens. Diners club and a full programme of activities, social events, shopping trips and personalised outings.

First class catering, hairdressers, aromatherapy, physiotherapy and chiropody.

Ashmount and Irene House 01903 528500 and 01903 529060

Our homes in Southey Road, Worthing and Parkfield Road, Tarring offer many of the above features including a full programme of activities and outings, an excellent menu, hairdressing and chiropody.

www.guildcare.org

Guild Care

Working for older people and carers

Registered charity 1044658 established 1933