Northants 50+ Network Feb-Apr 2015

Issue 7: February - April 2015

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Chairman’s Message from the Board May I take this opportunity to wish all the readers of this magazine a belated happy and prosperous new year.

During 2014 the Network has provided more opportunities for its members to enjoy social events. We have arranged a greater number of coach trips from Northampton and thanks to Sally Mackrel, we are able to offer them to members in Wellingborough and the eastern parts of the County. We are looking for more volunteers to help us extend our events to the other parts of the county.

If you have been able to visit our new website online, you will have seen an exciting new image, a site that is more geared to the needs of the older generations in the county. The website is easier for our volunteers to update and add new information, it is also cheaper to maintain than the previous version. It actually funds itself and provides a small income. The website has been designed as a foundation for the future of the Network, to make it easier for members to gain knowledge of, and access to the events we organise.

The major issue for the Network in the next year is funding. Since the withdrawal of funding by the County Council two years ago, we have been concentrating on reducing the cost of what we do.We have succeeded in reducing the running costs of the network substantially. However we will not be able to sustain the production and posting of our Magazine for much longer.

We have asked all members with access to the internet to access our magazine online or pay ÂŁ5 each year to receive a copy delivered by the Royal Mail. We will also be asking members who have no internet connection to pay postage to continue to receive the Magazine. Please see page 6 for details of how payment can made.

I am sorry that this had to happen, but the cost of postage has recently increased. The popularity of the Magazine and the new events has also resulted in considerable growth in membership, and thus in costs.

Ray Hutchins - Chairman

Northants 50+ Network c/o St Giles Parish Office, St Giles Terrace, Northampton NN1 2BN (Please Note: The above address is a mailing address only)

Website: www.northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Email: northants_fifty_plus@hotmail.co.uk Vice Chairman/Editor: Tony Allen Email: tonyallen8@talktalk.net Secretary: Susan Hills Tel: 01604 812144 Email: secretary@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Events Secretary: Sandra Frampton Tel: 01604 718098 Email: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk To advertise in this magazine call Bev on 07747 632918 or 01604 633714

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www.northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Letter to all Northants 50+ Network Members Although you may have picked up a copy of this magazine at one of the many public places around the County, the majority are sent out to individual members by post.

Up until now we have been able to deliver the magazine to your door free of charge; this has only been possible with the help of outside funding, which unfortunately is no longer available to us. In these austere times, we are now asking for your help so that we can continue to post out future copies of the magazine.

We know how popular this magazine is and how so many of you enjoy receiving your own personal copy through the letter box. It is with this in mind that we are happy to continue posting out copies to our members for a small contribution of £5.00 per year. Your donation of £5.00 can be made simply by either; a) By sending a cheque (payable to ‘Northants 50+ Network’) to Northants 50+ Network, c/o St. Giles Parish Office, St Giles Terrace, Northampton, NN1 2BN, or b) By payment directly into our bank account (Please use your name as a reference): HSBC Bank Sort Code 40-35-04, Account Number 92694972 Sincere thanks for your continued support.

Kind regards News Tony Allen Vice-Chairman Northants 50+ Network Issue 5: July - Sept 2014

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What’s new? Advice and information: Our members use the website to get advice and information so we have expanded our website to include videos and also added new topics such as ways to learn new skills and money saving tips as well as a few funnies. Guides are also available for those of you who are interested in using Facebook, Twitter,YouTube and Skype.

Why not get involved? We are working to make the website as interactive as possible, so please let us know what you would like to see on the website.

Contact us to provide feedback on the site and also share your views on topics that affect the Fifty Plus Network.

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What’s on in East Northants

Ringstead Cinema Ringstead Village Social Club, High Street, NN14 4DA Disabled access from rear car park. Doors open at 7.30pm film starts 7.45pm Bar available - Tickets ÂŁ4 - Contact 01933 460373 for details.

Friday 6 February - Jersey Boys (12A) The story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who formed the 1960s rock group Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Friday 6 March - Belle (12A) Based on the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle who was born into slavery as the natural daughter of Maria Belle, an enslaved African woman in the West Indies, and Captain John Lindsay. Her father entrusts her upbringing to his uncle the Earl of Mansfield and his wife Elizabeth.

Belle is brought up as a free gentlewoman. Then the Earl, sitting as Lord Chief Justice, has to rule on the issue of slavery.

Friday 10 April - The Grand Budapest Hotel (15) The adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous hotel from the fictional Republic of Zubrowka between the first and second World Wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend.

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What’s on in Kettering

Kettering & District Water Colour Beginners Course A new endeavour for Kettering and the whole County. A computer is essential for low cost communication.

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An email will be sent each week for 14 weeks, to all who want to learn to paint. Practical and budget friendly advice from an 86 year old, who is loving it. Everyone can do it if they just try. No rooms, no travel, just a paint box and brush at home. Just ask! Contact: dianebulley1@gmail.com

Pencil Sketching for Beginners’ Course Private tuition. 4 lessons.

Cost £25 per person and includes all materials required and instruction hand-outs.

For more information telephone Diane Bulley on 01536 516147 (best telephone reception at weekends)

The Kettering Pensioners Parliament Meet every Thursday at the MIDLAND BAND CLUB, HALLWOOD ROAD, KETTERING starting at 2.30pm, finishing about 4.00pm Membership at the moment is £10.00 for the season.

OCTOBER to APRIL New members both men and WOMEN are welcome to join.

We have a full fixture list this season of both men and ladies presenters. We are non-sectarian, racial or political. 55 years old and over and you are eligible to join. We have two meals a year and an annual outing.

PLEASE COME AND JOIN US. CONTACT: Richard Knight (secretary) 01536 514849 Buddy Brigstock (treasurer) 01536 501616 email: paulbrigstock@sky.com

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What’s on in Wellingborough

50+ Coach Trips Now picking up in Wellingborough Remember you can also book on line! See pages 29 for further detail.

Bookings now being accepted for trips to: Cambridge - 25th Feb

St Albans - 14th March

Gloucester - 14th April

Springfields - 6th May

Great News! We are getting a lot of interest from Rushden people about our days out. So from July we want to start picking up in Rushden.This will require everyone’s full support if it is to succeed.

Tell you friends to join up now and look out for more news soon!

Coffee Mornings The Red Well, Silver Street Wellingborough. Our Wellingborough coffee morning’s are going well, why not come along and join us from 10:30am till 12:30pm. We will be meeting up on the following Mondays: 9th February, 9th March, 13th April and 11th May.

Walk and Talk Christine is organising a walk for Monday March 16th, meeting at the museum in Abington Park Northampton at 10.30am. Also Wednesday 22nd April around Harold Country Park, meet at 10:30am by the mail car park. For more information contact Sally 07710 292893 or email: Sally53@ntlworld.com

Afternoon Tea and Chat Ollie’s Bistro, Sheep Street, Wellingborough from 1.30pm to 3.00pm on the following Wednesdays: 25th February, 1st April and 29th April

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What’s on in Wellingborough

Valentine’s Day Barn Dance Saturday 14th February 2015 at 7.30pm at Finedon Community Centre Wellingborough Road, Finedon, Northants NN9 5LG A fantastic evening with dancing to the local live band

‘Kelly’s Eye’ with caller and includes a chicken & chips supper in the ticket price of £8. Licensed Real Ale Bar. Join us for a great night out with old and new friends, entertainmaent, dancing, food and a bar!

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St Alban’s Activities Seekers (over 55’s) At The Church of St Alban the Martyr, Broadmead Avenue, Northampton NN3 2RA Wednesday mornings 10 - 12noon There is an over 50s group; part exercise, talk with tea and coffee - £3 each morning - All Welcome. For more information on the programme call: Joan Crockford on 01604 716186

‘Drop in’ on Friday Every Friday 9 - 12noon On Friday mornings there is a ‘Drop-in’ for Tea or Coffee at 50p a cup. A Food Bank centre, Credit Union Service Point, Book exchange, clean cheap second hand books and clean nearly new clothes for sale.

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Jesus Christ Superstar, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ground-breaking rock opera, returns to the stage in 2015 in an explosive new production which comes to Northampton’s Royal & Derngate from Monday 16th to Saturday 21st of March as part of a major UK tour.

Telling the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus through the eyes of Judas Iscariot, Jesus Christ Superstar exploded onto the musical scene in 1971. Stunning audiences, it changed the face of musical theatre forever.

As compelling today as it was at its inception over 40 years ago, Jesus Christ Superstar features some of musical theatre’s most legendary songs from: ‘Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Everything’s Alright’ and ‘Gethsemane’ and the infamous ‘Superstar’.

Leading performer Glenn Carter takes the part of Jesus, a role he has played in the West End, on Broadway and on film. Welsh Baritone, Rhydian Roberts - 2007 X Factor runner up joins the cast as Pontius Pilot. Australian star Tim Rogers, who plays Judas Iscariot, most recently starred in Carousel at the Arcola Theatre in London.He has also featured in Whistle Down the Wind (UK Tour and West End), West Side Story, Jersey Boys, The Full Monty, and the title role in Jekyll & Hyde. X Factor finalist, Rachel Adedeji will join the cast as Mary Magdalene direct from the tour of Thriller Live.

Jesus Christ Superstar bursts onto the Derngate stage from Monday 16 to Saturday 21 March, with performances at 7.30pm each night and matinees at 2.30pm on Wednesday and Saturday. Tickets – priced from £19 to £36* – can be booked by calling the Box Office on 01604 624811 or online at: www.royalandderngate.co.uk. * A transaction fee of £2.80 applies to telephone and website bookings only.

Does not apply in person, or to Groups and Friends, and is per-transaction, not per-ticket. For your chance to win one of two pairs of tickets to see Jesus Christ Superstar on the opening night of Jesus Christ Superstar, Monday 16 March at 7.30pm, simply answer the following question:

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Who wrote the music for Jesus Christ Superstar?

Email the answer, your name, full address and contact telephone number to tonyallen8@talktalk.net Alternatively, send your entries on a post card to: ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Competition, Northants 50+ Network, c/o St Giles Parish Office, St Giles Terrace, Northampton, NN1 2BN. Completed entries must be received by Tuesday 10th of March 2015.

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What’s on in Northampton

Coffee Mornings We meet at the MOON ON THE SQUARE (corner of the Market Square) at 10.30am. How about lunch afterwards?

Meet on the following Mondays: 2nd February, 2nd March, 6th April and 4th May 2015. Come along and meet your Co-ordinator and fellow Network members in a very friendly and informal get together. Sorry, you will need to purchase your own refreshments.

Northants 50+ Book Club We meet at O’Neills Bar in the Drapery, Northampton at 10.30a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month.

Programme 2015:

10 Feb THE WOMAN UPSTAIRS by Claire Messud 10 Mar LIFE AFTER LIFE by Kate Atkinson 14 Apr SWEET TOOTH by Ian McEwan If you enjoy a good book why not join our friendly group?

Leader: Trish Eames Tel: 01604 454129 Email: trisheames@ntlworld.com

Manna Langar (Food from Heaven) Community Meal

At the Open Door Centre, Kettering Road.

First Friday of the month * Sociable environment * 12noon - 2pm FREE HOT MEAL FOR ALL (Preparation ensures no conflict with special dietary requirements such as Halal) Promoted and financed by the Choudary family to help and encourage different cultures to come together with respect and understanding. For more information ring Ifty Choudary 07887 751135 or Hazel Johnston 07540 669753.

Kingsley 50+ Group at Heathers Café 86 Kingsley Park Terrace (Next to County Florists) in Kettering Road. we meet on the last Friday of every month betwen 2pm - 4pm.

Meetings are held at Heathers Café for a chat, tea and maybe some of Heathers delicious cakes.

All welcome. It is Northampton Activity co-ordinator’s home territory (and the Chairman’s too) so find out about the Network. Get involved and enjoy yourself. All offers of help to set up other activities welcome.

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What’s on in Northampton

50+ Rock n Roll Tea Dance Picturedrome, Kettering Road, Northampton FREE TASTER SESSION Every Thursday 1pm – 4pm, Car park available A very enjoyable and popular weekly event.

There is now an annual membership fee of £3.00.

However, if you wish to go along for a taster session to see what it is like, I understand that you will be allowed free entry for three consecutive weeks.

Far Cotton Go Getters Club Delapre Community Centre, Alton Street, Far Cotton, NN4 8EN Meet every Thursday 10.00am - 12.00noon. Keep fit for an hour, socialise, then listen to our guest speakers £5.00 yearly membership fee and £3.00 each week.

If you would like lunch afterwards a superb lunch is on offer for £4.00. For more information Telephone 01604 469785.

‘50+ Exercise to Music’ with Nancy Morse Eden Close Community Room.

Weekly on Fridays 10.30am -12noon. One hours exercise then tea and chat. Exercise 10.45-11.45. We have a great time and the tutor is delightful. Ring Sandra to check availability 01604 718098 or e-mail: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk

Monthly Sunday Stroll A leisurely stroll every 2nd Sunday in the month.

Meet at 11.00am in Morrison’s foyer (near notice board) Kettering Road, for a gentle stroll (about 45 minutes). Optional meal or refreshments afterwards at Morrison’s Café.

We enjoy visiting the local area away from the main roads followed by a meal or refreshments. If you would just like to join us after the walk, arrive there between 11.45am and 12 noon. Excellent for folk on their own on Sunday. A warm welcome guaranteed.

There is also a health walk each Tuesday at 10.30am, leaving from Morrison’s Foyer for approx 1 hours walk, usually Bradlaugh Fields and sometimes Eastfield Park or Abington Park for a change. Refreshments in Morrison’s Cafe.

For more information contact: Barbara Hughes - Telephone: 01604 452566.

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Nicholas Rothwell House (St Giles Charity Estates)

Residential Home for Older People Short & Long Stay 290 Harborough Rd Kingsthorpe Northampton NN2 8LR Situated in a popular village of Kingsthorpe close to local amenities, this purpose built complex is equipped to the highest standards, with tastefully decorated rooms all of which have en-suite facilities. Our friendly, qualified staff provides 24 hour care and all meals are freshly prepared on the premises from locally sourced produce. Other services available include Hairdressing, Chiropody, Optician, Aromatherapy, Outings & Activity programmes.

Almshouses - One bedroom bungalows St Giles Charity owns a small development of one bedroom bungalows in a quiet cul de sac adjacent to Nicholas Rothwell House.

As almshouses, the bungalows are occupied under licence and residents pay a maintenance charge. There is no warden for the bungalows but they are linked into Northampton Borough Councils emergency call care system. Residents need to be relatively independent and take responsibility for arranging any necessary support, e.g. relatives, healthcare profession etc. The keeping of pets is at the discretion of the trustees, and residents must obtain prior approval.

The Trustees of the Charity are responsible for the maintenance and external decoration of the bungalows, which are fully fitted with wet rooms and kitchen appliances, but no furniture. For more information on short and long stay accommodation:

Telephone: 01604 841882 Email: loraine@nicholasrothwell.co.uk Web: www.nicholasrothwell.co.uk Registered Charity Number 202540

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What’s on in Northampton

The Third Thursday Club Christ Church,Wellingborough Road, Northampton meets on the third Thursday of each month (except August), at 2.15pm - 4.30pm approx. Cost £1 includes light refreshments.

I run a group for 50+ people at Christ Church, Wellingborough Road, Northampton. We began in 1997, providing additional interest for people living in the immediate area. We were delighted it proved so successful, with some members travelling considerable distances to attend the meetings.

Because of our success, growing from 18 to over 100 at its peak, we have received funding from the National Lottery and Borough with grants enabling us to buy equipment and furniture for the Club.

We have excellent speakers and entertainment covering a wide range of subjects, generally illustrated with photographs, displays or demonstrations.

Apart from being entertained for the afternoon, all enjoy the chat and optional raffle. We have managed to include a low cost coach tour during the summer months, which has also proved very popular and at Christmas we hold a party with buffet and entertainment.

To give you an idea of the range of subjects, the Club has already covered: beekeeping, birds, animals, flowers, holidays near and far, cigarette cards, ghostly places, wood carving, a mayor’s life, the Royal Mail, carnival, the Royal British Legion, charities, pharmacy, trades, channel swimming, crime prevention, various collections, antiques, musical memories, aspects of Northampton, strange laws and seasonal items......the list goes on.

The doors are always open for new members who will be made to feel at home immediately. We have wheelchair access and toilets for the disabled.

Further details are available from Miriam Solomon (01604 628822).

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Coach Trips - Northampton

Coach Trips We have some great coach trips - so book early!

Thank you to all who joined us on our coach trips this year. We have really enjoyed the coach trips in 2014 and thank all who have joined us. We have had a lot of fun as well as a few hiccups, but on the whole a great success and we look forward to another fun filled year. For future months we have planned a trip to Peterborough Greyhound Races, Ludlow, Southwold, Brighton, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, Lichfield, the Memorial Arboretum and more. Watch the web-site or contact Sandra or Sally for details.

WEDS 25th FEBRUARY - CAMBRIDGE - £12.50 per person Lots to do: Shops, river, museums. One thing we can be sure of is it will not be as hot as our last visit. r Depart: Northampton - Victoria St. Coach Station 9.00am r Northampton - Christchurch Rd (Abington Park end) 9.10am r Wellingborough - Castle Way 9.40am r Return: Leave Cambridge 4.15pm SAT 14th MARCH - ST. ALBANS - £11.00 per person St Albans has been receiving visitors for over 2,000 years. The Romans changed the name from Velamion to Verulamium. By the middle ages the city was known as St Albans after the first Christian martyr was reputedly buried there.Visit the markets, cathedral or the Roman remains and museum. Enjoy the many culinary delights that the local cafes and restaurants have on offer. r Depart: Wellingborough - Castle Way 8.30am r Northampton - Christchurch Road 9.00am r Northampton - Victoria Street, coach stop 9.15am r Return: Leave St Albans - 4.00pm TUES 14th APRIL - GLOUCESTER - £13.50 per person Again, plenty to do here, wonderful cathedral, antiques complex, boat trips, interesting shops and a Public House which rejoices in the name of Robert Raikes House.

Food is served here from 12noon to 2.30pm, which could be well worth investigating. r Depart: Wellingborough - Castle Way 8.15am r Northampton - Christchurch Rd, Abington Pk end 8.45am r Northampton - Victoria Street, coach stop 8.55am r Return: Leave Gloucester - 4.30pm See PAGE 29 FOR BOOKING FORM & DETAILS . BOOK ONLINE or

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Coach Trips WEDS 6th MAY - SPRINGFIELDS - £12.50 per person This popular destination has plenty of scope for retail therapy and beautiful gardens.

The water taxi can be boarded to take you into Spalding. Currently the return fare is £6.00 but of course this might be subject to an increase. r Depart: Northampton - Victoria Street, coach stop 9.00am r Northampton - Christchurch Road 9.10am r Wellingborough - Castle Way 9.40am r Return: Leave Springfields - 4.30pm

Remember you can book online!

Cheques to be sent to St. Giles Parish Office. Otherwise please check availability with Sandra on 01604 718098 or Sally on 07710 292893 or email: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk before sending in a cheque with the following booking details: Name ..................................................................................................................................

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Cheques payable please to Northants 50+ Network and sent to: *Northants 50+ Network, C/o St Giles Parish Office, St. Giles Terrace, Northampton NN1 2BN N.B *This is a postal address only, staff at St Giles are unable to accept cash or answer enquiries.

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Do you play scrabble?

Group in Kingsthorpe is looking for more members. Please contact Trish on 01604 454129.

Christchurch Art Group

Christchurch Church Rooms Christchurch Art Group is a small sociable group of mixed abilities meeting weekly on a Thursday morning at Christchurch Church Rooms between 10am and noon.There are vacancies for new members so why not come along sometime and join us? Tel: 01604 454129 for enquiries.

Fun for Seniors Anyone interested in…….

Country Dancing? Monthly walks? Board/card game afternoons? We hope to start new activities in the Spring. Please get in touch to register your interest.

Tel: Sandra 01604 718098 or email events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk

Trilogy - Health Walks its FREE, Fun and Fantastic! The Northampton Health Walk Scheme is always looking for new walkers to attend any of the weekly walks that take place Monday to Saturday. The walks are suitable for everyone no matter your current level of fitness. The walks are free and run by local volunteers and are a brilliant way to stay fit, meet new friends and get out in the open. For the weekly timetable please visit www.trilogyleisure.co.uk or call Steve on 01604 837704.

Trilogy - Women and Girls Programme The newest round of Women and Girls activities are running in February.

The sessions include Netball, Swimming, Tennis, Ballet and Football. The sessions are £15 for a 6 week course and everyone who completes the 6 weeks will receive a £15 shopping voucher. For more information and how to book, please visit www.trilogyleisure.co.uk or call Steve on 01604 837704.

Trilogy - Walking Football at Duston Sports Centre Walking Football, a slow-paced version of the beautiful game aimed at the over 50s. Walking Football is designed to help people keep an active lifestyle despite their age, as well as getting those back playing football who had to stop due to injuries. As the name suggests,Walking Football is non-contact and anyone that sprints, runs or jogs while the ball is in play will be penalised with a free-kick awarded to the other team. The session takes place on Mondays at Duston Sports Centre 2pm to 3pm. For more information call Duston Sports Centre on 01604 837600

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Legal Advice Column Why should I make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)?

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A Property and Financial Affairs LPA can be used to appoint one or more attorneys to make a range of decisions, including the buying, selling or remortgaging of property, operating a bank account, dealing with tax affairs, and claiming benefits on your behalf. This can give a general power to any appointed attorney over all your finances.

A Property and Financial Affairs LPA can also be used while you still have capacity and are still well enough to make decisions for yourself unless you have specified that it cannot. There may be some practical benefits for you if your attorneys have the power to help you manage your affairs now, even if you are fully able to do so yourself.

A Health and Welfare LPA will authorise your attorney to make decisions about where you should live, consenting to or refusing medical treatment on your behalf and decisions about your day-to-day care, including diet and dress.

A Health and Welfare LPA can only be used when you no longer have the capacity to make the particular decision affecting your health or personal welfare.

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Could You be a Garden Buddy?

Do you like gardening? Would you like to get involved with a volunteer gardening project helping elderly and disabled people in South Northamptonshire? Find out how you could become a Garden Buddy!

Garden Buddies is a five-year lottery funded project where volunteers provide practical help to elderly and disabled people, who have no other means of support, enabling them to maintain and enjoy their gardens.

This exciting community project aims to offer support to the most needy while also providing a positive focus for volunteers of all abilities. Garden owners who are eligible for this service are referred through partner agencies, for example: South Northants Homes, Bromford Support, and Age UK. But anyone can sign up to become a Garden Buddy!

As a Garden Buddy, you will not only be providing a valuable service to a local community but you could also benefit from meeting new people, learning new skills, gaining experience and being part of a team. The time commitment is extremely flexible and volunteers can opt for lighter duties, if they prefer. All tools, equipment and training will be provided.

If you would like to join our friendly team or need more information contact: Melanie Bignell on 01327 358264, email mel@snvb.org.uk Friday or refer to the 2013 4th October website: www.snvb.org.uk/Garden Buddies.html

Richmond - Northampton Richmond Northampton is an award-winning retirement village which gives you all the benefits of a socially active community with its own superb restaurant, village shop, hair salon/treatment room and much more. TogetherFREE with the reassurance of as little or as much first class care as you will everENTRY need. Throughout the year we are holding various events and activities, dates for your diary:Afternoon Tea Dances February 4th & 18th - March 4th & 18th - April 1st, 15th & 29th, May 20th. February 7th OPEN DAY. This is the ideal opportunity to experience Richmond life.

March - Easter Egg appeal.

Once again we are the local drop off point for donations that will be given to sick children at Northampton General Hospital.

If you are interested in attending any of the events or require further information please contact: Claire Fry, Senior Village Adviser on 01604 432602 www.richmond-villages.com/northampton

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Adult Learning Service Laughter and wellbeing workshop 3 Feb 2015 from 7 – 9 p.m.

At the Buccleauth Academy, Kettering £9.00 or remitted £5.00 Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience 4 Feb 2015 from 7 – 9 p.m.

At the Daventry Methodist Church £11.00 or remitted £7.00 Simple Make-Up Techniques for Beginners At the Four Pears, Northampton 7 Feb 2015 from 10 – 3 p.m. £27.50 or remitted £8.40 Balancing Hormones and the Menopause 25 Feb 2015 from 7 – 9 p.m.

At the Buccleauth Academy, Kettering £9.00 or remitted £5.00 Indian Face Massage 26 Feb 2015 from 7 – 9 p.m.

At the Caroline Chisholm School, Northampton £9.00 or remitted £5.00 Reiki Level 1 Certificated 28 Feb 2015 x 2 days from 10 – 4 p.m.

At the Caroline Chisholm School, Northampton £100.00 For Further details contact: Chris Nightingale (Curriculum Co-ordinator Lifestyles) on 01604 366316 or 07734 496543 (Working hours: Tuesday/ Wednesday/Thursday)

Spring & Summer Courses 2015 Can you find something to inspire you! www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/adultlearning You can enrol online or call: 0300 126 1000 New courses will be added to our website throughout the coming months. Our colleagues in local libraries are available to assist if you need help accessing our course information, or call 01604 367119 if you want a paper version.

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Across the County Winter Stroll/Walk and Lunch – Harlestone Firs Tuesday 10th February 2015 Meet in the Garden Centre Car Park at the rear where the Car wash is located at 10.30am (for long walk) and 11.00am (for Short walk). Calling all District Members, join us to enjoy the great outdoors at Harlestone Firs followed by lunch at the Harlestone Garden Centre.

The idea is for you to take a gentle stroll for up to an hour or a bit more of a strenuous walk for 1½ – 2 hours. The short walk will be suitable for most levels of fitness and mobility, and on the flat. The longer walk will be a little more strenuous. We will then all meet for lunch at the Garden Centre. Many of you may be familiar with the Garden Centre, but for those who are not, you will find many other things on offer apart from plants, tools and seeds. There is a book department, clothes, pet’s corner, furniture, and a lot of gift items and cards. The café / restaurant has a good reputation. Some of you may just like to visit the Garden Centre and have lunch, thus avoiding the exercise!

Please confirm by Friday 6th February 2015, whether you will be doing the short or longer walk and whether you would like lunch. (Martyn needs to give the restaurant an idea of numbers who will want lunch).To book a place for this event please email or telephone Martyn White. Provide a contact telephone number and / or email address. This is so the organiser can contact you if there are any last minute changes due to weather conditions etc.

WEA Courses in Northampton The Workers’ Educational Association is a national charity providing adult education courses for people of all ages. In Northamptonshire, history courses are very popular and we do find that many of our branch courses are attractive to the over 50’s. All our tutors are fully qualified and experts in their subject.

By the time you receive this edition of Northants 50+ News many of our spring term courses will have already started, although we are happy to accept late enrolments.

A copy of our brochure can be downloaded from www.weanorthamptonshire.org where you will also find details of our guided walks programme. Or phone 01604 813445 and we will be happy to post information.

In February we do have a new course on World Poetry starting on Tuesday 24th February, 10 - 12noon at St Matthews Parish Centre, The Drive, Northampton with tutor Becky Knight. Also at St Matthews is a history course on The Lives of Richard II and Henry IV with tutor Mike Ingram starting on 16th April, Thursdays 1.30-3pm.

On 22nd April a course on Shakespeare’s England with tutor Elaine Rawlinson starts in Wellingborough on Wednesdays 10am – 12noon.

We are also offering courses in British Sign language and IT in both Wellingborough and Kettering.

For more information or to request a brochure contact Bridget Chapman on 01604 813445 or email bchapman@wea.org.uk.

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AGE UK Courses and Activities

Expand your skills, make friends and have fun

Computer & iPad classes (basic and improvers): Age UK Northampton. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 10.30am – 12.30pm.

It’s never too late to get up-to-date with modern technology so come along to our courses and learn new skills. Cost £60.00 for a ten-week term.

Bridge Club (beginners and improvers): Age UK - Northampton.

Tuesdays 9.30am-12.30pm. Come along and enjoy a morning of fun and stimulation at our friendly (non-competitive) club. Cost: £3.00 pay as you go.

Tai chi - Kingsthorpe: Tuesdays 11.30am-12.30pm. An excellent exercise to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Cost: £28.00 for a sixweek term.

Keep fit - Abington: Tuesdays 11.00am-12.00noon. Keep fit sessions with a professional instructor. Cost: £3.00 pay as you go.

The Photography Club: Age UK - Northampton. Last Wednesday of every month. 10.00am – 12.00noon. £2.50 pay as you go.

Harpole Get Set Go - Harpole: Every fortnight on a Wednesday.

10.00am – 12.00pm. A lively programme of exercise and activities, led by professional tutors. Cost: £2.00 pay as you go.

Art Club: Age UK - Northampton. Thursdays 10.am – 12.00noon.

Beginners welcome. Cost: £4.50 pay as you go.

Hollowell Wellbeing Group - Hollowell: Every Thursday 10.00am – 12.00noon.

Stimulating 2-hour programme of exercise, therapies and talks by guest speakers.

Cost: £50.00 per 10 week term.

Tracing your family tree - Northampton:Tuesdays 1.30pm – 3.30pm.

Who do you think you are? What will you find out? Intrigued? Then come along and start your research. Cost £50.00 for a 10 week term.

Aquafit -The Mounts Leisure Centre. Fridays. 10.00am – 12.00noon. Let the water take the strain. Enjoy a water based exercise routine and swim.

Cost: £30.00 per 7-week term.

Whist Club (beginners and improvers): Age UK – Northampton.

Fridays. 10.00am – 12.00noon. If you’ve always planned to learn to play or improve your Whist game, then our Club is a great place to start.

It is friendly, fun and non-competitive. Cost £3.00 pay as you go.

For details of all the above activities and other Age UK Northamptonshire services, please call Kate Kingston on 01604 611200.

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Important Information Eligibility dates for an older person’s bus pass If you were born before 6 April 1950 you were eligible for an older person’s bus pass from your 60th birthday. However, if you were born after 5 April 1950 you will have to wait a little longer. For the younger ones amongst us, born between 6 October 1954 and 5 April 1968, you will have to wait for your 66th Birthday.

Retirement age Default retirement age (formerly 65) has been phased out – most people can now work for as long as they want to.

Retirement age is when an employee chooses to retire. Most businesses don’t set a compulsory retirement age for their employees. If an employee chooses to work longer they can’t be discriminated against. However, some employers can set a compulsory retirement age if they can clearly justify it. It’s an employee’s responsibility to discuss when and how to retire with their employer.

This could include phasing retirement by working flexibly.

Members of occupational pension schemes need to discuss with their pension scheme managers what impact a change in working hours or income might have on the pension, whether the scheme supports phased retirement and working beyond the scheme’s normal pension age.

Employers may or may not be able to agree requests. If an employee is unhappy with their employer’s decision, they can challenge this at an employment tribunal.

Retirement is a form of resignation - employers and employees must follow the right procedures for this.

State Pension age Retirement age is not the same as State Pension age which can be between 61 and 68, depending on when someone was born and if they’re male or female. Anyone can work past State Pension age.

on the humourous side . . .

The neighbours thought it was odd, but 93 year old Malcolm was dating again. One Monday morning Malcolm woke up with a funny feeling that something important happened last night. It was during breakfast that he finally remembered what it was.

He had proposed to his date, Freda. But he just couldn’t seem to remember what she answered. So Malcolm picked up the phone and called her. “Hi Freda”, said Malcolm, “I have a funny question for you, do you remember last night when I proposed?” “Oh my gosh” gushed Freda, “I’m so glad you called, I knew I said yes to somebody, but I just couldn’t recall who it was!”

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Useful Telephone Numbers Northants 50+ Network

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Emergencies Gas: 0800 111 999 Electricity: 0800 056 8090 Police: 03000 111 222 Water: 08457 145145 Hospitals PALS (Patient Advice and Liaison Service) - Northampton: 01604 545784 - Kettering: 01536 493305 Northampton Admissions: 01604 545475 “ Reception: 01604 634700 “ A&E: 01604 545601 Kettering Admissions: 01536 492000 Isebrook Reception: 01933 440099 “ Admissions: 01933 492350 Pensions/Benefits Pension Service: 0845 606 0265 Various British Red Cross: 01604 678500 (Dial a wheelchair service) Citizens Advice Bureau: 0844 855 2122 Victim Support: 01604 603477 Northampton Volunteer Centre: 01604 637522 South Northants Volunteer Bureau: 01327 358264 County Council Services: 0300 126 1000 Customer Services Adult Care Team: Including Meals on Wheels Blue Badge Scheme Care Services Adult Learning Safeguarding issues

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Affordable pre-paid Funeral Plans with a personal touch!

PLAN FOR THE FUTURE WITH

The most affordable, secure, and practical, means by which to protect your loved ones against rising costs!

benefits: v Fix the cost of all funeral director’s fees and services at today’s prices v Your money is held safely in a specialist Trust Fund v Your plan can be tailored precisely to your tastes and preferences v We offer an interest free one year payment plan v We offer a wide range of flexible payment terms from one to ten years v Unlike some other plans, there is no restriction on age, health or medical history v We offer three plans to suit different budgets v Pay monthly plans start at less than £33.00

National Federation Funeral Directors

Pre-Paid Funeral Plans

Contact your local advisor, Geoff Davies to arrange a free home visit

01604 491185(24 hrs) 07932 665241 www.safehandsplans.co.uk