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No. 19 October - December 2012
Piers
– past, present and precarious
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Contents
October - December 2012
Experts to help you plan your financial future
4 Caring 4 Services
6 Caring 4 Sussex Piers A stroll through the history of our local piers, plus prizes to be won as well How to keep your pets happy and stress-free in Autumn
8 Caring 4 Pets
9-12 Sussex Farmhouse Meals 16 Caring 4 Directory A selection of useful numbers Dr Sarah looks at ‘medicinal purposes’
17 Caring 4 You
18 Caring 4 Brainpower A puzzle and a competition
From the Editor Many families and friends have ‘in-jokes’ and their own private, invented words. One of ours was ‘bashinas’ my childhood name for ‘machines’, the amusements on the pier enjoyed during our annual holiday by the sea. The almost unbearable excitement as I clutched a bag of large, old pennies in one hand and my dad’s hand tightly in the other and looked down in fascinated terror at the crashing waves through the cracks of the wooden boards of the pier deck. The first machine I would make for was always ‘Haunted
House’ a small Victorian theatre in a glass display. As my penny dropped in it would spring into action and through the cobwebs the terror play would begin. This mechanical marvel would surely now be considered collectible and get a high valuation on the Antiques Roadshow, and so different from the noisy computerised gaming gadgets of today’s pier entertainment. I hope you enjoy our in depth look at the history of piers past and present . My daughter assures me that the word ‘bashina’ will continue as a family heirloom!
Congratulations to Mrs A O’Shea of East Preston who has won a framed print of our lovely summer cover picture, by Pamelia Long, with this witty caption.
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Wendy Henwood – our cover designer Wendy Henwood is a Sussex artist and our stunning cover collage was created especially for Caring4Sussex. In an era when it’s so easy to cut and paste on the computer, it’s refreshing to find someone who still prefers the handson approach. Wendy arrived in Sussex in 1998 from the Forest of Dean. Her training was in Textiles and Lithography. Finding her skills a little rusty, she enrolled on a course at Northbrook College, where she met up with the ladies who joined with her to form Sienna Arts. They hope to exhibit in Worthing’s Christmas Arts Trail – 1st/2nd December. Regular readers may remember our Chichester Cathedral cover by Sienna’s Rosemary Jones. “My main inspiration comes from natural and organic forms.” says Wendy, “Drawing is most important, so I joined Dudley Sawer’s Life Drawing class at Heene Community Centre in Worthing. He has enabled me to exhibit at a number of venues.” Wendy has her own printing press and loves etching and gouache, as well as her current collage work.
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Caring 4 Servi ces
Your home could be sold to fund care home fees “We have worked hard all our lives to leave something for our children and grandchildren. Why should the Local Authority get it all?” It pays to plan in advance, says Glenys Laws at CLS If you have to go into care and you have assets that total more than £23,250 (including the value of your home), you will have to fund your care in full. A care home could cost £500-£800 a week or more. The reality is that your children could end up with very little. Although care might seem only a distant possibility right now, there are important steps you should take now to protect your home.
Married Couples If you and your husband/wife currently have ‘Mirror Wills’ or ‘Joint Wills’ you risk leaving your share of your home
to your husband/wife for it simply to be swallowed up in care home fees. A legal trust arrangement within your Will could save your family tens of thousands of pounds and ensure your hard earned wealth passes to those you choose.
Widowed/Single The options available to you to protect your home are fewer and it is vital you act now. “I’m protected, I’ve signed my house over to my children” Have you considered what will happen if your child/ children experience marital difficulties and your home forms
part of a divorce settlement? What will happen if your child/ children experience financial difficulties and enter bankruptcy? Did you know that Capital Gains Tax is payable on second homes, meaning a potentially huge tax bill when your home is eventually sold by your children?
It’s not too late to put it right – just contact us for advice. The good news is that by arranging your legal affairs in advance, you can plan and protect your home and savings to ensure that you pass as much as possible to your loved ones.
For a free informal consultation at home, or for more information, call Glenys Laws on 01903 200982 or 07931 512448
Can you spare 4 hours a week? Becoming a volunteer with The Friends of Worthing Hospital will help make your local hospital special. Volunteers are needed to help with the running of our Hospital shops The West wing shop and coffee bar is open 6 days a week The Cafeteria in the main entrance is open 5 days a week The trolley shop provides afternoon service on the wards Profits from the sales within these shops have already helped fund some much needed high-tech equipment We are now raising money for our CT Scanner appeal launched this year to celebrate our 60 years.
Most people get their sight & teeth checked regularly, SO WHY NOT ADD YOUR HEARING to the list? If your hearing is beginning to let you down it’s important to do something about it. Because, like any other healthcare issue, the earlier you get a diagnosis, the better the outcome is likely to be.
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The Future is in Your Hands Philip Lansberry, Director of Spofforths Private Client Services, explains why it is so important to plan ahead …
I am often asked “What steps should I be taking to keep my affairs in order now I’m getting older”? It is a simple enough question but the answer needs a bit of thinking about as there are so many things one can do. Some are absolutely vital and others of less importance. Making sure you leave an up-to-date Will is crucial. The stress and worry caused by an inappropriate Will can be so easily avoided by everyone ensuring their Will is up-to-date, legally binding, tax efficient and, most importantly of all, carefully planned so the Will itself doesn’t create a problem. Serious consideration should also be given to signing Lasting Powers of Attorney. Out of all the people who have registered one, only 8 per cent have covered their health and welfare. It seems we are all far more worried about our money than our care. Money management is important but surely so is who is going to look after us, take important health decisions on our behalf and organise where we live in the years to come. Next, there is a lovely old expression called ‘Dying tidily’. In essence this means filing financial papers carefully and not hoarding records going back years and years. Perhaps taking out a pre-paid funeral plan and decluttering the house a bit. And don’t forget to tell the children where your Will, house deeds and other important papers are kept. Two final thoughts. First, if your Estate will be liable to Inheritance Tax it is never too late to do something about it and, secondly, think about consolidating your investments and bank accounts if you are in the habit of spreading your money around. Someone’s going to have to find them all and close them down. There is over £10 billion worth of unclaimed assets in the UK at any one time. Some of that money might belong to your family!
Please contact Philip on 01403 253282 to arrange a consultation. Spofforths’ can organise a home or hospital visit.
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Caring 4 Susse x Piers
A stroll down the piers Wendy Greene looks at the chequered history of piers in Sussex
Photo © Hastings Library
Let us take you for a stroll on the Pier. Not just one, but several – some still thriving, some long gone. Remember the “end of the pier shows”, imagine the paddlesteamers docking and relive the days when a few pennies could keep a child entertained for a couple of hours. Seaside piers date back to around 1800 and fewer than 60 of the original 100 still stand. In Sussex we have five of them. You might think that, being thirteenth to be built, Worthing Pier fulfilled superstition by being blown down, burnt down and blown up, but in fact all our
Photo © Samantha Hide
surviving piers have had their problems. The sixth, West Pier in Brighton, is derelict. Littlehampton, strictly speaking, doesn’t have a pier but a jetty. The National Piers Society tell me a pier must have its feet in salt water, be partially on legs and support a leisure building. Littlehampton’s leisure complex is next to, not on, the jetty. Its original towers, known as ‘salt and pepper’ were removed in 1940 in case the enemy used them as navigational markers. A new tower was built in 1948 but the front range is no longer a tower, simply a green light on a pole.
Many piers were built as landing stages for boats delivering cargo and passengers, and prior to the emergence of Newhaven as a major port, Brighton’s Chain Pier was the terminal for boats to France. The Victorians loved piers and soon kiosks and attractions were installed along them, followed by pavilions, cafés and amusement arcades. Some became known for their summer shows where holidaymakers could see London stars down for the season. During wartime, the government had two options – to remove part of the structure
to prevent enemy troops landing or to fortify them. Bognor chose the latter in both world wars, naming their pier HMS St Barbara in the second, for which it was awarded a commemorative plaque by the Royal Air Force Association in 2010. Hastings Pier, which was armed, was bombed. In recent years many piers have suffered from changes in holiday habits, yet whenever anybody threatens to remove or drastically alter a pier, there is an outcry from local people, often followed by Grade II listing and grant applications. Bognor introduced its Birdman competition and when the water depth was deemed unsafe, Worthing was pleased to take over. Bognor sorted out its problems in 2010 and now both towns have successful events bringing crowds to the piers once again.
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Photo © Pamelia Long
Enter our Pier competitions WIN one of two packs of Wendy Henwood’s greetings cards. Each pack contains three cards of our cover image and three of the Dome picture (left). To enter answer this question. How many of the piers in our feature (excluding Littlehampton) were still open to visitors into the 21st century? WIN a meal for two at Indigo Restaurant at the Ardington Hotel. Every month Indigo offers great events and you can choose one from the 2013 programme. To enter answer this question.
Photo © Eastbourne Library
In 2008, The Ice Prince deposited its cargo of hundreds of tons of wood on Worthing beach and one year later a stained glass panel, created by local artist Chris Brown to commemorate the event, was installed on the pier. This started a welcome trend for more art events, which, together with its annual Pier Day, bring new life to Worthing Pier. In 2006 it was nominated Pier of the Year, following Eastbourne’s success in 1997.
And so our piers live on, some more overtly commercial than others, all still holding a little bit of magic for those who take time to stroll to the end and look back at the promenade. Even in death, Brighton’s West Pier is still a spectacle – every evening it is the stage for a bird ballet as murmurations of starlings whirl and dive before settling on the skeletal remains for the night.
Who wrote Brighton Rock? Write your answers on a postcard and send it, together with your contact details, to Caring 4 Sussex Pier Competition, D4 Yeoman Gate, Yeoman Way, Worthing BN13 3QZ – or email to edit@caring4sussex.co.uk putting “pier comps” in the subject box – to arrive by Monday 3rd December. Only one entry per household for each competition – and don’t forget to include a daytime phone number. We’ve found a book that tells you more – The Piers of Sussex by Martin Easdown. It’s available from Kim’s Bookshops, Chichester, Arundel and Worthing 01903 234566 kimsbookshopworthing@yahoo.co.uk
For more information about piers, past and present, in Sussex and beyond visit The National Piers Society at www.piers.org.uk, or www.eastsussex.gov.uk and www.westsussexpast.org.uk for some amazing photographs.
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Great Food – Great Events
Wednesday 17th Oct T S Eliot’s ‘The Waste Land’ presented by Audrey Lee – popular local poet, and performer. 12 noon, followed by two-course lunch and wine at 1pm.
Sussex Pier history – good, bad and ugly 1823 Brighton Chain Pier built 1862 Worthing Pier built 1864 Bognor Pier built 1866 Eastbourne Pier built Brighton West Pier built 1869 Hastings Pier built 1877 Eastbourne storm damage 1896 Brighton Chain destroyed 1899 Brighton Palace built 1913 Worthing storm damage 1917 Hastings fire damage 1933 Worthing fire damage 1938 Hastings storm damage
1940 1964 1965 1970 1975 1993 2003 2007 2008 2010 2011
Strategic gaps – Worthing, Eastbourne Bognor storm damage Bognor storm damage Eastbourne fire damage Brighton West closed/dangerous Hastings storm damage Brighton West – arson Hastings storm damage Bognor unsafe deck Hastings storm damage Hastings fire damage Bognor fire damage
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Putting on the Ritz! – David Miller, former Head Chef of the Ritz, London joins Ben Miller, our head chef – his son! Classic cocktails and pianist at lunch and at candle lit dinner.
Wednesday 24th Oct
“Hounds for Heroes” provide specially trained assistance dogs for ex-service personnel. The founder’s 7pm talk is followed by dinner.
Tuesday 30th Oct
Tina Cook, Olympic 2012 Silver Medalist talks about the experience before dinner. 6.45pm
Saturday 1st Dec & Sunday 2nd Dec
Worthing Arts Trail. A chance to see and buy work by talented local artists. 12noon to 7pm
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The Wordies return to take you travelling on a sleigh ride to Christmas. More literary gems, more poetry, more fun. Starts at 6pm, followed by a two course meal and wine.
Wednesday 12th Dec “More than a Winter’s Tale”. A light-hearted look at tales and customs from around the world and around the season. Presented by Wendy Greene, local poet and member of the Wordies. 12 noon followed by lunch. For details and menus visit our website or call us. Quote code C4/19 when booking any of the events above to be included in our prize draw.
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Caring 4 Pets
It’s a stressful time for pets Our pet experts look at the problems and finds solutions Picture © Pamelia Long
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In the next three months, pets of all types, but especially those that have spent much of the summer outside, may be put through stressful situations. The weather will get colder – which requires the growth of a winter coat – strangers will appear in the home, and loud noises will be heard when you least expect them. For six weeks after the children return to school, pets can enjoy a period of calm, spending their days doing their own thing without interference. Then comes half term. With blustery gales already putting the wind in their tails, cats in particular, can become stressed if handled by youngsters who
want to love them a bit too much. Dogs and cats can live very happily together, but being indoors with visitors’ children can be a step too far for either or both if they’re not used to each other. Worthing Cat Welfare are very careful about rehoming cats where dogs or children already live, so you can’t assume they’ll get on. At this time of year, rabbits can no longer graze in their summer runs and can quickly become bored stuck in a hutch – and if it isn’t kept clean it’s especially unpleasant. If rabbits are handled when small, they may later be happy to play indoors for a while, but they
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All smiles at Melrose A happy home where you’re sure of a warm welcome
When you’re greeted with smiles from staff and residents alike, you know you’re in a happy place. Melrose is a privately owned Worthing Care Home providing nursing for the elderly – the only Nursing Home in the area assessed as ‘Excellent’ by Care Quality Commission and given (and retained) the top accolade of 3 stars before CQC
stopped awarding stars, as well as having Beacon Status in the Gold Standards Framework in end of life care (GSF). The dedicated team of registered nurses, carers and housekeeping staff undergoes regular updating and training, ensuring a high quality, professional approach to all aspects of care.
There’s a wide range of activities on offer daily, and residents are encouraged to continue their former hobbies, such as gardening, flower arranging or arts and crafts. Specially adapted computers are available for residents to use with regular computer lessons for anyone wanting to improve their skills or take up surfing the net. Meals are cooked fresh every day using locally bought meat, fruit and vegetables, with residents having input when the excellent team of cooks re-designs the menu, taking all diets into consideration. Visitors are welcome at all times, with family and friends encouraged to take an active part in the life of the home – even staying for a meal.
The gardens, designed by Judy Gordon in conjunction with the residents, are well stocked with beautiful trees, shrubs and borders. Raised borders can be tended from a wheelchair, and designated areas of garden are available should residents wish to have their own ‘patch’. The patios and paths are well maintained to give a safe and very pleasant walking/seating area for all. Melrose also offers day care – for those wanting company and a hot meal – as well as respite care either for a rest, after a hospital stay or while carers are away.
For more information about Melrose Care Nursing Home, which is at 7 -11 Wykeham Road, Worthing, or to book a visit, you can call 01903-230406, email info@melrosecare.org.uk or visit www.melrosecare.org.uk
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Despite the wettest summer on record, the weather didn’t stop residents and staff at The Shelley celebrating the UK in style. We marvelled at the Diamond Jubilee, the amazing
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local produce. Pumpkin soup, plum crumble, apple and blackberry pies are just some of the scrumptious dishes planned for the Shelley’s Autumn menu – and everything is always beautifully presented to tempt even the most delicate or temperamental appetites. As well as our mission to provide top quality care there’s always plenty of choice on the Shelley menu, with a roast or curry for lunch, plenty of seasonal vegetables and a lighter option, often salad or omelette. And there’s a choice of two cooked suppers or a sandwich, if preferred. There are fabulous desserts and cakes – a real temptation for our staff, who love popping into the kitchen for a taster. The Shelley truly is a special place!
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Mr Jones, 84, Alcoholic It was a common presentation. Mr Jones – not his real name – had taken a tumble in his neat little garden, banged his head on a plant pot, sustained a nasty laceration to his forehead, badly broken his right arm and taken most of the skin off his shins. Mr Jones lives by himself in a tidy one bedroom flat with no help. He struggles, but is a proud ex-serviceman and just about gets by. His only family, a niece, lives in Scotland. Mr Jones is on warfarin for an irregular heart beat.
This was 3 weeks ago and Mr Jones is still in hospital. He had to have blood tests, an ECG, X-rays and a CT scan of his head. He has been looked after by teams of doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers. For Mr Jones this has been a life changing event. Mr Jones’ little dog had to go into kennels. For the NHS it has been a very costly business indeed. All just to get our friend back to where he was on the afternoon of the fall, pottering about in his garden. On the
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afternoon of said fall Mr Jones had been drinking, and on the afternoon before that, and on the one before that too, since his beloved wife of 60 years had died, several years previously. We are all too aware of excess alcohol consumption in the young. They shout and fight and vomit all over our town centres and their partially clothed bodies litter the streets – and A&E units – on most weekends. Tackling problem drinking in the elderly is a different problem entirely. After their lifetime of hard work, world wars and hardship, who am I to say they may not enjoy a sherry at the lunch club or half a Guinness with dinner? That’s not what I am saying at all of course. It’s not embarrassing to ask about medication, walking aids, stairs and access, eyesight and hearing. Somehow it’s easier to ignore the elephant in the room rather than quiz a proud old man – who could teach me a thing or two about life in general – on his alcohol consumption. Yet, had someone asked on previous similar presentations, not only about the drinking, but the grief, the loneliness and the boredom, the isolation and the pain, it might
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have saved this man many weeks in hospital and the NHS a lot of resources. Most of these men, others like him, ladies and couples too, do not live in remote farmhouses in the middle of nowhere. They live on streets, next door to people like me, next door to busy families who are surely not so very busy with their own lives that they could not poke their heads round the door for a chat or offer a family meal from time to time. I’ll be old one day too, maybe bored and lonely and I hope my neighbours will care enough to check I don’t spend all afternoon talking to the telly with a mug of sherry in my hand… Dr Sarah Honess trained in Medicine at King’s College, London, and moved to Worthing in 2003, where she trained in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care. She now works in the Emergency Department at Worthing Hospital. Alcoholics Anonymous can support and help you if you are worried about your drinking. 0845 7697555 www.alcoholicsanonymous.org.uk
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To enter please answer this simple question: The film Dirty Dancing starred Jennifer Grey and which other famous actor? The first correct entry drawn will win a pairs of tickets to the show. Write your answer on a postcard and send it, together with your contact details, to Caring 4 Sussex Dirty Dancing Competition, D4 Yeoman Gate, Yeoman Way, Worthing BN13 3QZ – or email to edit@ caring4sussex.co.uk putting “show comp” in the subject
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