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WYMONDHAM Wymondham Town Council The Mayor of Wymondham, Cllr. Colin Foulger, visited the Annual Christmas celebration held by the Pabulem Café at the Fairland Church centre in Wymondham. The Café is now in its 2nd year and provides a meeting place and support for local residents who suffer from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and is part of outreach work undertaken by Age Concern Norfolk.
Exciting 2011 Concert Season Series For Norwich Music Group Wymondham based Choir Norwich Music Group have been busy rehearsing for their first concert in their new 2011 Concert Series, performing at St Peter Mancroft Church Norwich on Saturday 12th February at 7.30pm. The programme will include the Rutter Requiem, Beethoven Concerto No 4 and more !
Wymondham Town Council has supported the Café by providing a grant of £1,000 which is used to pay for the room hire.
Tickets £8(Centre), £6.00 (Side) Concessions £7.00/£5.00 are available from Elkins Music Exchange St Norwich 01603 666332. Proceeds from the event will go to Cancer Research UK a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464) and in Scotland (SC041666)
As a surprise Cllr. Foulger announced that this year he had decided not to send out the usual Christmas Cards but to present the group with a cheque for £100.
The group is actively seeking new members, rehearsals are held on Tuesday Evenings at 7.30pm in Holy Trinity Church, Spooner Row.
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Above: Cllr Foulger presenting the cheque
Anybody interested in joining can contact the Musical Director Philip Aldred on 01953 600599 or the Publicity Officer on 01953 605088, and you will be made very welcome. Visit our website www.norwichmusicgroup.co.uk for further details
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Anglia Computer Solutions has branches in Swaffham, Downham Market and Wymondham. At Anglia Computer Solutions we cover everything and anything computer related.
The wintry weather can cause damage to your gutters, which in turn can cause damp patches on the external walls. Felt could also be damaged and water may be getting into your loft. If you detect any of these faults, give J & S Homeworks a call.
J & S Homeworks can bring your UPVC back to its original condition again. Our Fascia and Soffit Cleaning service really can make a difference to the look and feel of your property’s exterior and help to keep it in good condition.
Gutters can easily become blocked by leaves, feathers, dirt and debris blown into them. Once a gutter becomes blocked, rainwater will flow directly off the roof onto the walls and windows of your home, as well as onto access paths. Seriously neglected gutters often have weeds growing in them, adding to the problem.
Call Jason of J & S Homeworks on 01953 458087 or 07747 847606 for a free no obligation quote.
We are expecting another big shipment of reconditioned laptops from £149. We also have Factory Refurbished Windows 7 laptops coming in on a daily basis. This gives us a massive range of New, Factory Refurbished & Used PC’s, Laptops & Netbooks. FREE DATA TRANSFER FROM YOUR OLD PC \ LAPTOP TO NEW!! Unfortunately computers do go down, whether it’s due to viruses and spyware, old age or things like electrical storms. We are here to help! Often these kinds of problems can be solved quickly, either by replacing key components or solving any software problems - it’s always recommended to get a quote for a repair before just going out and buying a completely new unit. Laptops are becoming increasingly popular and although they are a bit more
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of a challenge to repair we cover all aspects of them. Whether the unit won’t turn on right through to keyboard, power connector and screen replacements. If it’s a problem which cannot be fixed in store, or it’s just too inconvenient to bring in – then we will come to you. Our callouts are £39.99 which includes travelling and labour. We cover both homes and businesses whether it’s setting up wireless broadband for personal use or twenty computers in an office. We keep in a wide range of Ink cartridges, cables, hardware components and peripherals in stock all ready to go, and if we don’t have what you need then they can often be ordered for the next day.
Once the snow has thawed are your gutters blocked & overflowing? Check round your property for damage.
Water constantly overflowing from blocked gutters damages bricks and mortar and can cause extensive damp on the outside and mould on the inside of your house as it is absorbed by the bricks, making even the most beautiful of homes appear unsightly.
The cleaning products we use are specifically designed to effectively and thoroughly clean exterior surfaces.
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Norfolk & Suffolk Power Flushing
Local History Brought To Life In New Play
Any of these symptoms in my advert could indicate that your central heating system had problems from internal corrosion, rust, sludge and scale.
Local history was brought to life for residents of Ketteringham and Hethersett at an event staged by the local playwriting group, Four by Four.
A power flush can restore circulation and efficiency to your central heating system by removing these products.
radiator is then individually flushed until clean and on completion, an inhibitor is added to prevent further corrosion.
The process involves connecting a power flushing pump to the existing central heating pump valves, or across the tails of a radiator.
The whole process is carried out with minimal disturbance and disruption.
Specialist chemicals are then pumped around the heating system to loosen and mobilise the unwanted debris. Each
For more information on for a free no obligation quote, ring Paul on (01508) 532671 or 07879 414197. Or alternatively go to www.suffolkpowerflushing.co.uk
The stormy relation between Sir John Boileau Bart of Ketteringham Hall and the Reverend William Wayte Andrew was explored in a brilliantly crafted play by Richard Crawley, called “Resurrection Jack”, which had its premiere in Wymondham at the end of November. Snow and ice did not deter audiences from attending the two-night event entitled “Ketteringham Kapers – A Victorian Saga” at the town’s Fairland Hall. This included some direct descendants of people who lived in the village during the period covered by the play (the mid-1800s). The original play was introduced by a scene-setting illustrated talk by Mary Parker, churchwarden at Ketteringham and an acknowledged authority on the Boileau family.
Burr, gave a vote of thanks, as all profits from the event will be donated to his church. A spokesperson for Four by Four said: “Our group was set up to enable new plays to reach a wider audience and the colourful relationship between Sir John and the Reverend Andrew seemed an ideal topic to explore”. *The next Four by Four production will be four short plays under the collective title of “Cottage Cheese”. They will be performed on 18th and 19th March 2011 at Wymondham High School Studio Theatre. For more information about the group contact Tony Vale on 01953 605434.
After the play the present rector of St Peter in Ketteringham, Reverend Paul
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The Artichoke Collection Valentines Firewalk Challenge At the time of writing we are between cold snaps. Winter has arrived far too early and sent the Artichoke Crew into a decline, we much prefer warmth and sunshine to snow and frost.
Bury St Edmunds Rugby Union Football Club, 20th February 2011. It is hard to imagine that by the time you read this article christmas will be a memory and a new year will have begun. With it we will all be looking ahead, with new hopes and resolutions, ideas and plans... it will be out with the old and in with the new at Artichoke as well. Our Annual sale starts on the 4th January with both winter and summer stock available so pop in and bag a bargain especially if you have a cruise or mid winter break planned. We will also have in stock a selection of lovely bright spring stock to cheer us all up.... cosy long sleeve t-shirts, floral blouses and stripy shirts, lovely warm sweatshirts and gilets as well as thick knits just in case...
(www.artichokecollection.co.uk) for special events we will be holding at the shop for this as well as other local charities. If you are involved in fundraising and think we might be able to help please give us a call. Our mobile shop (also based at Hackford) travels throughout East Anglia to The Suffolk and Norfolk shows as well as The Sandringham Flower Show, County Living, NSPCC and UNICEF bazaars, WI fashion shows, flower club fundraisers and village hall do’s. We have almost finalised our programme for next spring and summer but still have a few dates available in May and June. Before all this however there are presents to wrap, turkeys to cook and A BIG THANK YOU to be said to everyone who has supported Artichoke during 2010.
At Hackford we will have started fundraising With love and best wishes to you all, for our 2011 charity, Riding for the Disabled Sarah, Andrea and the rest of The Artichoke Team – have a look on our website
Would you walk over hot coals for your loved one? Are you willing to walk on hot coals to raise money for The Stroke Association? Fire walking involves walking barefoot over a 5-6 metre strip of burning embers with the temperature reaching a heat of up to 1300˚F. You can take up the challenge on your own, with a friend, or in a team. No experience is needed as full training will be given on the day from Scott Bell of UK Firewalk a Guiness World Record Holder for the “Greatest Fire Walking Distance”.
make a real difference to people whose lives have been affected by stroke. To find out more, call our fundraising office on 01284 749650 or email us at valentinesfirewalk@stroke.org Places are going fast so get in touch now! Over two million people have walked barefoot over hot coals so are you up for the challenge?
All we ask you to do is pay £10 registration fee and raise a minimum of £50 in donations from your friends, family and work colleagues. We will provide you with a fundraising pack full of ideas to help raise as much money as possible. Every penny you raise will help The Stroke Association
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The Green Dragon Justin and David have been at the Green Dragon Inn for a year now and have settled well into the community of Wymondham, they would like to thank all of their customers for their support and wish them all a very Happy New Year. but was changed into letting rooms during the early 70s. All rooms are en-suite and have been fully redecorated and revamped in recent months. They offer TV and tea and coffee making facilities and the only distractions from a lovely, long lay in on a Sunday morning, is the sound of the famous Wymondham Abbey bells chiming and birds singing. It’s very peaceful...Our full English breakfast is included in the price, all freshly prepared and supplied by our local butcher – however lighter options are available if required.
With their ever changing specials board you are guaranteed a wide range of homemade dishes to choose from and with 40 single malts behind the bar you may be spoilt for choice! The great cask-conditioned ales and extensive wine list can be enjoyed with a meal or on their own if you’re looking for a quiet drink with friends.They hold regular
Beer and Whiskey Festivals throughout the year. The Green Dragon also offers a Bed & Breakfast service, the bedrooms are situated in the newer part of the building, dating back to the 19th century. It was used as a function room during the war and into the early 1950s,
The Green Dragon offers a very relaxed, cosy, traditional pub atmosphere with no Juke Box, Games Machines or Pool Tables just background music and local tales of their secret underground passage to the Abbey. Liked by people of all ages and walks of life, everyone, including “Muddy Boots” and our “four legged friends” are made to feel welcome at the Green Dragon, where
travellers’ tales, meets local gossip... Justin and David are happy to cater for large parties, anniversaries, weddings, wakes or any event you are organising with various buffet packages and a free marquee on request; just give them a call to find out more. They can also offer a wedding photography opportunity for your special day, maybe in the garden, by the open fire or just with this historical Inn as the backdrop.
Above: David and Justin
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How To Make Your New Unique Building Year’s Resolution Stick Supplies New Year’s resolutions can be both troublesome and rewarding. Coming up with your New Year’s resolutions is the easy part, and many people make them, but few make a real commitment to them.
Unique Building Supplies (Norfolk) Ltd are pleased to announce the opening of our new kitchen and bathroom showroom.
So What’s The Secret To Making And Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution?
Since opening the new depot at Eleven Mile Lane, Suton in May our collection trade has grown tremendously. With the opening of the branch on a Saturday morning since early summer Unique has been a regular call for both trade and public who require anything in the building line from plumbing to DIY.
1. Be very specific about your resolution. Don’t say: “I want to lose weight.” Do say: “I want to lose 4 pounds a month.” Make realistic, measurable goals and write them down. 2. Limit the number of resolutions you make. It is better to do one thing well than several things poorly or not at all. 3. Post your list in a visible place to act as a reminder and encouragement to yourself. 4. Enlist the support of your friends and family. They may also have similar goals to you and you can work on your resolutions together. 5. Take action immediately.
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6. Take things step by step. Your New Year’s resolutions will take time before you actually reach it. Rather than just focusing on your big goal, start working on smaller goals. It can work as a ladder that you will climb up so that you can reach it, the little successes will help to keep you motivated. 7. Substitute a good habit for the bad one you want to break. If your goal is to eat less junk food, find a healthy food you love. If running and keeping fit is part of your New Year’s resolution Wynsport.com have a wide range of running shoes and clothing to help get you started.
The opening of the showroom will further enhance our position as a one stop shop for all building needs and a warm welcome will be given to all customers, new and old. Managing Director, Andy Nicholls, explains “We have expanded again in 2010 with the developments at our Eleven Mile Lane site as well as opening of a new depot at Stalham, our turnover has increased to £6,500,000 which further enhances our position as South Norfolk’s fastest growing independent builders merchant;- being totally
independent means we care about our service, customers and reputation, all of which are key factors to our business.” “We wish all our customers, new and old, a healthy and prosperous New Year.”
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Are You A Library Member?
New Year Bathroom Makeover
If not, why not? There are so many reasons to become one and, with more and more people visiting Norfolk libraries a lot of people agree!
Well another New Year has crept up on us and that all-important home project you have been contemplating about for sometime has yet to be sorted.
Throughout January Norfolk Library and Information Service is promoting all the benefits of becoming a library member with a month-long promotion called ‘Join-Up January’. There are county council-run library buildings and mobile libraries across Norfolk, which means there is likely to be one fairly close to where you live, and there’s so much more to them than a place to borrow books.
Whether it’s that tired looking en-suite in need of a change or a complete newly designed and installed bathroom revamp that you have longed for over the years, then Supreme Bathrooms at Wymondham is the place to visit.
Did you know you can also borrow console games, DVDs and CDs at reasonable rates and return them to any library? An ebooks service was launched recently, allowing you to download and borrow ebooks for free from the comfort of your own home. And there are always events, activities and clubs for both children and adults going on in libraries. To coincide with Join-Up January, the library service is launching its own Facebook page with information on what the library can offer you, news about promotions and events at libraries, and book news.
Log onto www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries to find out more about this. It’s completely free to join the library and really easy. You can do it online at www.norfolk.gov.uk/ libraries or drop into your local library and staff will take down your details and get you and up and running in just a couple of minutes. With Libraries It’s Free To: • Borrow books and magazines • Use public PCs • Borrow ebooks from your own home • Attend lots of events including children’s activities and author visits • Learn how to use the internet if you’re over 60 with Surf’s Up classes • Access information from your local councils and other organisations For more information visit your local library, call 0344 800 8006 or visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries Norfolk County Council Library and Information Service.
A local family business established since 1998 who are big enough to cope but small enough to care, means they can take care of everything under one roof. With an enormous array of bathrooms and showers on display for your perusal, experienced staff and their own car park, it does not take a lot to realise that Supreme is a safe bet to start the ball rolling and get something started.
Supreme Bathrooms will carry out all plumbing and tiling work, flooring and electrical work to create that possibly once in a lifetime dream bathroom. Visit their showroom and ask for your free no obligation survey which will mean a short home visit to measure up and view all possibilties before drawing up a plan and quotation for you to view. You may also visit our website www.supremebathroomcentre.co.uk where you can view all products and pictures of bathrooms already fitted.
From the initial planning and design service through to the installation service with their own experienced bathroom fitters, all aspects are covered from taps & tiles to suites and showers, even the final accessories can be supplied and fitted.
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Robert Kett School Children Honour Wymondham’s Local Hero On a freezing December day pupils from Robert Kett Junior School in Wymondham walked into town to perform a now traditional ceremony honouring the town’s local hero.
Above: Robert Kett Junior School pupils with flowers under the memorial plaque at Beckets Chapel In 1549 Robert Kett, a successful and respected Wymondham farmer and tanner, was hanged for his part in leading an uprising against social injustices. A major community event in 1999 was organised to celebrate the 450th anniversary of Kett’s rebellion, and each year since then children from Robert Kett School have marked the event
with a visit to lay flowers at Becket’s Chapel. Formerly the town library, the historic building was a Guild chapel in the Sixteenth Century and has strong associations with Robert Kett, who would have known it well. The building bears a plaque, erected as part of the Kett’99 celebrations, providing a permanent record of the tumultuous events of 1549.
social justice and reform.
Local historian Adrian Hoare reminded the children about the reason for the ceremony. He explained that Robert Kett with his brother William led a rebellion against land enclosures. After several weeks of struggle in which the rebels took and held the City of Norwich, the uprising was eventually put down by the King’s armies. 3,000 rebels were killed and Robert Kett and his brother were hanged as traitors.
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In more modern times their actions have been recognised as a brave bid for
Robert Kett Junior School Headteacher Malcolm Gray said: “We are very proud to help keep the memory of the Ketts alive in our town. The Kett flowers ceremony helps us to ensure that each new generation of Wymondham children has background knowledge and awareness of the events which took
place 460 years ago. Being involved in the ceremony each year means that we too have a special place in the town’s history.” After the flowers ceremony the children visited the Town Council Offices, where they were welcomed by the mayor, Cllr Colin Foulger.
After all that hard work, shopping and stressing, Christmas is over. Now all that is left is bills, good intentions and oh yes, your tax return. If you need to submit a self assessment tax return, don’t forget that this has to be sent to the Revenue and Customs not later than 31 January 2011. If you were
putting this off till later, then later has arrived. Don’t worry though, help is at hand. Here at Kerry Butcher Accountancy Services we have been working hard all year to make sure we are up to date with all the very latest information so that we can complete your tax return and hopefully save you money. Why not give us a call on 01953 457173 or email Kerry@kerrybutcher. co.uk. Your initial consultation is free and it can take away the stress and worry of that looming deadline. When you speak to us we can tell you all about the other lovely accounting services we offer. We wish you a happy New Year and look forward to hearing from you.
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Complete Traditional Building And Modern Architectural Services The architectural division of TW Gaze is headed by Sarah Roberts who is a member of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects). She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the conservation, alteration and extension of historic buildings, as well as modern design and eco buildings. The philosophy of the department is that any project can be considered a
success if the client achieves what they envisage, at a price they can afford, within a reasonable timescale. The practice is well respected and recognized for many successful and award winning projects throughout East Anglia and the South East. They
Lions Raise Money Children in Need 2010 This year the members of Wymondham Lions Club yet again donned Fancy Dress to “Show Their Spots” for a bucket collection in the foyer of Waitrose in Wymondham. Thanks to the generosity of the public we raised £1143.31. Our thanks go to the management of Waitrose for allowing us to use their premises and to
everyone who kindly donated. David Webster, Wymondham Lions
have been responsible for industrial, commercial and community projects, as well as a wide range of residential commissions. As architects, they should be involved from the earliest stages of your project, as they are able to offer you the benefits of their experience in deciding how to maximize the potential of your existing property or indeed, to propose ideas for the property you are about to purchase.
knowledge and experience in how these processes work and know how to satisfy the very demanding and specific requirements. Planning is followed by Building Regulations and then Tender documents.
They will discuss your needs in detail and then produce a design scheme either by CAD (Computer Aided Design), or by using traditional drawing for more sensitive projects. Once you have decided on the specific area of your home or business that requires change, they will draw up the plans and submit these for Planning Approval and Listed Building or Conservation Area Consent. They have a tremendous amount of
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Gardening In January! January is not a month for gardening but a month for planning. Spend your time looking through seed catalogues and plant books. Plan what you are going to grow in your garden this year and don’t forget to include some vegetables and herbs. You don’t need a garden to grow something edible, a patio or even a windowsill can produce herbs, chillies or cherry tomatoes. Prepare for the oncoming season by cleaning and sterilising greenhouses, polytunnels, cold frames etc. Clean pots and tools and get seed trays ready.
Come and see us for advice on growing potatoes, we are always happy to offer helpful hints.
At Wymondham Garden Centre we are stocked up with seed potatoes, onion sets, asparagus, garlic and seeds. This year we have a bigger than ever range of seed potatoes. First earlies are the new potatoes that we all love so much and the first to crop. Second earlies are also new potatoes or salad potatoes, slightly later than the ‘firsts’ Main crop are the larger general purpose potatoes. These produce a crop later in the season.
Experiment with different seed mixes, you will be amazed at how different birds are attracted to different ‘recipes’ To attract the beautiful green and gold finches fill your feeders with sunflower hearts and thistle seed. Place your feeder where it can be seen from a window, I promise you’ll love watching the birds coming and going.
Potatoes are not difficult to grow and many of the varieties are suitable for growing in pots, tubs and bags on the patio as well as in the ground in the traditional way.
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Please remember to feed the wild garden birds at this time of year, feed them as much as you can. Nature does not provide them with much during the winter, most berries have gone and it is far too early for insects. The list of wild bird food available is endless, peanuts, seed, sunflower seed, suet balls and snacks etc.
Finally, on behalf of everyone at Wymondham Garden Centre I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year. Thank you for visiting us in 2010, we look forward to seeing you all in 2011.
Shed Security In South Norfolk Shed owners are being reminded to ensure their sheds are kept secure and that property within is security marked. This police warning comes after reports of a number of sheds in the Wymondham and Hingham areas were broken into in December.
• Secure the windows with a weld mesh or a crime shield product secured from the inside. Remove the window if it is not required.
Doors were forced open and locks damaged, but nothing was taken.
• Fit a security light and shed/garage alarm to deter potential thieves.
The break in’s happened in the allotments, Chapel lane, Wymondham and the allotments, Dereham Road, Hingham, where a total of 11 sheds were damaged.
• Use padlocks and chains to secure high value items including power tools, lawnmowers and cycles to an anchor and each other.
There was also one shed broken into in St Edmunds Close, Costessey. Top tips include: • Do not neglect the hinge either side and use security screws or bolts through their fixings. • Fit good quality mortice locks or padlocks 1/3 up and 1/3 down on the door to reduce the leverage available.
• Overtly security mark your property with your house number and postcode. Shed alarms are available to purchase from Wymondham Police Station or contact the Safer Neighbourhood Team on 0845 456 4567.
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South Norfolk Youth Action Radio (SNYA Radio)
Received Our First National Award At The Children And Young People Now Award 2010 The glittering ceremony took place at Lawrence Hall at the Royal Horticultural Halls in London on Thursday 18th November 2010. wonderful work goes on with children, young people and their families, day in, day out that goes unnoticed. Our Awards exist to put this right. Not only do they provide a tremendous sense of pride and recognition for organisations, projects and individuals – they also give ideas and inspiration to the children and young people’s sector at large.”
Ravi Chandiramani, editor of The Children & Young People Now said, “The Awards are the most important awards around – pure and simple. Whether it is working with children in their early years, or adolescence, to keep them safe, or to help them to achieve, these awards are about the future of our society. At CYP Now, we recognise that so much
SNYA Radio was announced the winner in the Arts and Cultural category of the CYP Now Awards for the initiative that has done most to inspire children and young people in cultural activities especially among disadvantaged groups, and where innovative collaboration is shown between children’s services, the cultural sector and children and young people. The judge’s comments included “SNYA Radio has worked with some really interesting partners and gives young people lots of experience” This category was particularly strong with a theatre company called Specially Produced Innovatively Directed
Superhuman (SPID) receiving a ‘Highly Commended’ certificate. Other shortlisted contenders included: Birmingham City Council, Up For It! SNAP Project. The Dukes Playhouse, DT3. Lancaster University Volunteering unit, Creative Arts. Warwick Arts Centre (On behalf of the West Midlands Boys Dance Alliance), Boys Dancing. Josh Worley, 14 year old Station Manager, said “It was very tense when all the nominees pictures were shown on the big screen and their entries announced to the capacity audience. It was only at that stage that we heard how good the other shortlisted organisations were and I must admit to feeling a bit insecure as SPID was announced as a
highly commended application. However, this was short lived when SNYA Radio was announced as the winner. We all just jumped to our feet with joy; I’m not sure what happened after that, we just made our way through the cheering audience to receive our award from TV Presenter, Michael Underwood” Norfolk County Council is predicting a budget gap of at least £155 million over the next three years and it is recommending the closure of the youth service amongst a myriad of other provision to reduce the deficit. You can have your say by joining ‘the big conversation’ at www.dialogue-app.com/ norfolkbigconversation SNYA Radio will be broadcasting a live studio debate in January 2011 to discuss the cuts to the youth service. If you are aged 11 to 19 years old and would like to express your opinion, then drop me an e-mail to stevek.thomas@snyouthaction.org.uk
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Become A Twitter And Follow Us: @dispatch_mag Something new has happened online and if you’re not part of it, you’re missing out. The new trend I’m referring to is Twitter and it’s getting bigger and bigger every single day. Twitter is a way of connecting with other people who share your interests or who might be interested in what you have to say, be-it socially or for businesses. Twitter is a free service available at twitter. com. It’s a combination of a microblogging tool and a social networking site. Twitter is a fantastic way to get more traffic to your website and build a relationship with your friends and customers. For Businesses Twitter is changing the way that many people connect and communicate online and should be an indispensable part of your overall marketing plan.
why some people call it a “microblogging” tool. You have to keep your messages brief and to the point. Sometimes it’s a real challenge to get the point across in the allotted space, but it also leaves room for a lot of creativity! Coming up with ways to say what you have to say in that small space is part of the fun of Twitter. It makes you think about the core aspects of the message you are trying to convey. You may also find that it helps you write shorter reports and emails generally!
Twitter has two main components. Just like social networking sites such as MySpace or Facebook, you can add “followers” and follow other people as well. They’ll receive your updates and you’ll receive theirs.
Dispatch Magazine has been playing around with Twitter for the past few months, seeing what all the fuss is about, and seeing if it has any real advantage as a business tool. The answer is a resounding Yes, and our following is growing every day.
What is unique is that your messages are limited just to 140 characters, which is
Of course we have a way to go yet, to catch up with the king of Twitter, Stephen
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Fry, who now has over 2 Million followers. However, those people who are already following Dispatch Magazine are all local to the areas we cover, and for the 30 seconds or so that it takes to write a 140 character message, we can help promote local businesses, keep people up to date of events which are taking place in your area, and bring information which perhaps arrived after the magazine went to print. If you haven’t yet looked into Twitter, or if you have set up an account but not really done anything with it, I urge you to start using it right now. Follow Dispatch Magazine using @dispatch_mag and you will be kept up to date on all that we are up to in the office, what features we have planned for future issues and what news or competition will be appearing in the next publications.
Set up a Twitter account, tweet from your mobile phone, or desktop, interact with it, and see the benefits first hand. If after a few weeks it’s not for you, stop using it, it’s that simple. If nothing else you get hear what your favourite celebrity is up to, and if you’re really lucky you can have a Twitter conversation with them. I know this to be true, as I’ve tweeted Duncan Bannatyne from Dragons’ Den, had a conversation and as a result, met with him to discuss some business. Twitter, it’s the next big thing! By Jonathan Horswell. Owner of Dispatch Magazine.
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WELCOME TO
DEREHAM Cottage Windows Ltd
Norfolk Knitters
Cottage Windows Ltd is a small family business with a growing reputation in the Dereham area.
A couple of years ago I put an article in a local magazine about knitting for charity. That small item was the beginning of what has now become a vibrant organisation stretching right across the county.
Tony started the company in 2009 after working for a local firm for over 8 years and, with his son Robert, installs top quality doors, windows and conservatories to a high standard at competitive prices. We can also offer a wide range of composite doors and we fit ‘A’ rated glass as standard. Cottage Windows Ltd is a member of Network Veka, a voluntary organisation within the double glazing industry, which monitors members’ work and covers all guarantees. This means, that should a member cease trading, Network Veka will arrange for another firm with the same high standard of workmanship to carry out any repairs. So your guarantee is worth the paper it’s written on.
Because of our local building contacts, we are able to offer a complete service for conservatories or garden rooms. We can either put our customers in touch with local builders or deal with the builder on the customers’ behalf. If you are considering replacing your windows and doors or maybe adding a conservatory or garden room, please call Tony for a free, no obligation quote on: 01362 860331 or 07595 507244.
There are now nearly 400 knitters who make jumpers, hats, scarves and premature baby clothes, as well as squares which are made into colourful blankets. Every month we send many sacks full of knitting to charities for distribution in Eastern Europe and other parts of the world. Our members knit as much or as little as they like but everything they knit goes to help someone, somewhere. Most of our knitting goes with the International Aid Trust to help the needy in Eastern Europe and Asia but we also support a range of other projects. Currently we are knitting for the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoebox appeal, the premature baby unit at Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, the knitted Christmas tree project for John Grooms Court and decorations for our Christmas tree which will be in the Fakenham Christmas tree festival. We are part of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme and have grants from Norfolk Community Foundation and the John Jarrold Trust. This enables me to produce a quarterly newsletter which goes out to all our members and also means I can from time to time visit groups of knitters, picking up knitting and dropping off wool. We run a number of Knit and Natters
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around the county which provide a chance for people to get together, see what other people are knitting, share patterns and enjoy each other’s company. A new Knit and Natter is about to start up in Dereham, so if you enjoy knitting or even if you are a lapsed knitter, do get out your needles and join in. It is to be held on the third Thursday of every month commencing 2pm at St Nicholas Bowls Club in Dereham. Give Jenny a ring on 01362 853092 if you’d like to find out more or just come along to the first session on 20th January. We are always on the look-out for wool as although many knitters buy their own there are many more who are elderly and on limited incomes and can’t afford to. We are grateful to generous people who have donated the wool they have no use for as well as those who have bought some for us. Any donations are welcome to help keep the needles clicking! If you would like to join our group and knit or crochet something just get in touch. I can help with wool, needles or patterns. If you would like to join Norfolk Knitters or have wool you can donate please contact Linda on 01603 872762
News from across your region
Is Your House Really Your Castle? We are all aware that we do not have complete freedom to do as we please in the grounds of our own properties. There are planning laws and building regulations and environmental laws covering public nuisances. These apply to everyone. There are also likely to be restrictions that apply specifically to our own properties. If your title is leasehold, the lease will almost certainly contain very specific obligations such as when to decorate, how to use certain parts of gardens, not to keep pets, prohibiting satellite dishes or even where to hang out washing. If your title is freehold it is also likely, particularly if it is a modern property, to contain provisions called “covenants” and “easements”. Covenants are terms that require you to do, or more commonly, not do certain things on your land. These might include not erecting any other building or adding an extension, to keep front gardens open plan, to decorate the outside in a certain way, to maintain some fences or walls, to pay towards the maintenance and repair of things enjoyed jointly with others (such as driveways or drains) and not to block accessways or pipes. Easements are rights attached to a property that enable the property owner to do something over a neighbour’s
land. On modern developments there will almost certainly be easements of drainage to allow every owner to use shared drains and pipes otherwise every time the loo is flushed there would be a trespass on the land under which the sewer ran. If you are building a new house where drainage has to pass over someone else’s land you need to make sure you have at least three rights; to lay pipes, to use them and to enter the neighbouring land to carry out repairs The most well known easement is the right of way and as every lawyer knows this easement can often be the source of much expensive dispute. It is important to know the limits of the right of way that affects you. The right might only be on foot and not for cars. It might be limited to certain hours or uses. A right of way does not give rise to a right to park on the way. That would be a trespass, although halting to unload or for deliveries would generally be acceptable. Old easements referring to horses and carriages will include modern
equivalent transport. Landowners cannot obstruct a right nor can they insist on a diversion even if the alternative might have advantages.
as of right for his land (without seeking permission or making payment) for 20 years or more it becomes a right of way.
Problems often arise between neighbours on the question of repair and maintenance. Surprising as it may seem the owner of the land over which the way passes is not under any obligation to construct it. Nor does he have to maintain it. There may however be a requirement to do both set out in the deed creating the right. The person using the right may enter and make repairs and do work to create a way adequate for use. He cannot demand a contribution from the landowner for that work unless there is a deed that allows him to do so. If the landowner puts in repairs he may, however, be able to claim some contribution from all who use it. Easements and covenants are created by deeds (e.g. a purchase deed). Easements can also arise through long usage. If someone has (e.g.) used an access way
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W WATTON
£30,000 Up For Grabs For Community Projects £30,000 is up for grabs for community projects in the Breckland area that will help increase confidence in safety or boost community participation and engagement. Building on the successful ‘Your Partnership Your Decision’ participatory budgeting project delivered by the Breckland Partnership in 2009/10, the partnership is releasing a second £30,000 tranche of funding to help create stronger and safer communities in the district. Under the scheme, £6,000 has been allocated to each of the 5 Breckland Community Panels in Attleborough, Dereham, Swaffham, Thetford and Watton. Panel members, who include local ward members, business people, representatives from the Police, faith groups and area partnerships will assess bids and award sums of between £250 - £2,000 to support community projects. Although there is no
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requirement for match funding, bidders are encouraged to look for additional sources of funding. Breckland Council Executive Member for Communities and Benefits, Adrian Stasiak said: “The participatory budgeting process is all about empowering local people to determine their own priorities. They know best how money should be spent in their own area, and this process enables the panels to support and fund the projects they feel will give the greatest benefit to their community”. To assist bidders, a coordinator has been appointed for each area to discuss project ideas and provide advice and
support with applications.
Email: kavo@keystonetrust.org.uk
Panel Coordinators Attleborough Community Panel Rob Tervet, tel 01953 452 865, Email: rob@christcommunitychurch.co.uk
Watton Community Panel Jan Godfrey, tel 01953 880 202 Email: jan@wayland.org.uk
Dereham Community Panel Cllr Gordon Bambridge, tel 01603 880 557 Email: gordon.bambridge@breckland.gov.uk Swaffham Community Panel Dennis Tallon, tel 01760 722 800 Email: dennis@iceni.info Thetford Community Panel Jenny Seal KAVO, tel 01842 768 367
For further background information on the ‘Your Partnership Your Decision’ project including the application form, guidance notes please go to the Breckland Council website www.breckland.gov.uk Applications must be submitted by 31st January 2011 and funds will be released for the successful projects from 7th March. The year two project is jointly funded by the Breckland Partnership and the Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership.
Hethersett Old Hall School Creating Opportunities Hethersett Old Hall School has a long tradition of success – and every year talented girls benefit from the wide range of scholarships on offer. What Is Available? These include awards to Year 7 pupils – academic, sporting and creative as well as a boarding award for new entrants to the school. Spotlight On Success One girl benefiting from a sports scholarships is Lilyella, a current Year 7 pupil. She has an impressive list of sporting achievements including swimming for Norfolk and competing in the ISA National Championships in high jump. This award was based on a practical test
and a written piece on a sporting hero. The school’s head of P.E. commented: ‘Lilyella was awarded a scholarship because of her skills as a really talented all-rounder with the potential to go further’. Other scholars have gained recognition for high academic ability and for their artistic talents. ‘We are a high achieving school,’ stated Headmaster Mr Stephen Crump, ‘but we celebrate achievement in all areas of the curriculum. Our scholarships help us attract and retain talented girls’. As a parent remarked: ‘We are delighted that the school has recognised and supported our daughter by awarding a scholarship; with two daughters in the school, we appreciate the financial support an award gives to parents’.
Thetford Grammar Junior School Thetford Grammar Junior School is a place where learning is full of surprises! A co-educational day school located in East Anglia, Junior School is an engaging, challenging and supportive learning environment committed to developing pupils’ individual strengths within a family community. Situated on the same site as our senior school, Junior School pupils from Nursery to Year 6 enjoy a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in which many opportunities to mix with older pupils are provided. An education at Thetford Grammar Junior School encourages pupils to be creative, to develop their skills and to share their talents with others in a confident and caring manner.
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AN INTERVIEW WITH...
HEIDI DOUGHTY FROM BUTTERFLY BARNS genius. We haven’t decided yet! Up until September this year the nursery has steadily grown, perhaps just slightly slower than we had originally hoped. However, I have always remained confident that we were doing the right things. We introduced new staff, new equipment, expanded our outdoor space and facilities, and worked really hard to create a friendly home from home environment. We also now take children from 18 months old. Above: Heidi Doughty 1. Welcome back, we last interviewed you before butterfly barns opened in may 2009, so did everything go according to plan? Absolutely! We opened Butterfly Barns at the beginning of May last year and had a good level of interest from day one. We had an open day for the nursery and a number of parents and children that looked around the nursery that day joined up straight away. 2. 18 Months later, how are things now? Opening the nursery on the brink of a recession was either shear madness or pure
3. You mentioned ‘september this year’, so what changed? We have always been conscious that new starters to nursery generally come around September/October each year, but this was the first year, of course, we have experienced it. In the last couple of months our nursery numbers have almost doubled! We have mainly our parents to thank. They have recommended us so highly and our reputation amongst the local playgroups is really positive. I think we have proved that our approach really works, the quality of care is high, our staff are wonderful and we have proved we are here to stay.
4. What do you think makes the nursery so popular and what is it that parents like so much? The main reason is that we are different. It is strange because we have been saying from day one that we want to be different, but it is not until parents come and visit, or they hear it from one of our existing parents, that they truly believe it for themselves. Our nursery environment sets us apart in terms of availability of space and the quality of equipment, but it’s our child led approach that means the most to our parents and children. All our staff work in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), but with our shared ethos, that children, if supported, encouraged and given the opportunity, have the ability to learn independently. In the last 18 months the development of the children at Butterfly Barns has been outstanding. We often receive comments from our parents about how quickly their children are developing their language skills, confidence and interest in new things. 5. So the children are enjoying Butterfly Barns? The children love it! There is a real sense of community, it’s lovely to see them learning each other’s names so quickly, playing together and helping each other in a whole range of activities. They just all get on so well. One of their real loves is the food we provide. We cook everything from scratch, not just preparing ready-made meals, so the children get to see a whole variety of new ‘real’ foods. In some cases we cook with fruit and vegetables that we’ve grown at the nursery and the child help too. Not only do we believe this is better for health and development, but the children get to learn about where their food comes from and it often broadens their experiences of food. Gammon is a real favourite right now!! 6. You mentioned the recession and many businesses are struggling. How has Butterfly Barns coped being such a young business? As I said, I’m not sure whether the recession has helped or hindered. There are more parents going into work in these difficult times so it makes sense that demand for childcare would be high, but we have also done a number of things to compensate. We introduced and continue to offer half price fees for the first month, when parents enquire with one of our leaflets. We have also fixed our fees so
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parents are paying the same level of fees they were paying last year. When we set up Butterfly Barns, we were always intent on setting up a sustainable business model, so we’ve been fortunate in that we have carefully managed the business from an early stage. 7. What problems have you faced in the last 18 months? Whilst the nursery numbers have grown steadily, we have had to deal with other issues. In particular, we have had to work closely with our staff in some cases to instil the child led approach. Most nurseries work with long term, medium term and short term planning and observations, which we feel gets in the way of interaction with the children. This strong emphasis on daily, weekly and long term planning and structured adult instigated activities which opportunities for children to expand on their natural interests and abilities can be limited. At Butterfly Barns we constantly evolved our approach to get the right balance. Whilst making sure we meet the requirements of EYFS, our flexible child-led approach means every child gets individual or tailored learning. The children literally speak for themselves! 8. So, do you have difficulties finding staff? Again we have been fortunate to have a fairly constant flow of applicants interested in working at the nursery. In fact at one point we had more staff applications than parent applications! Right now we are looking for a part time member of staff to do one-to-one with children with special needs. The recent rise in numbers of children means that we have to plan ahead, so we always welcome interest from qualified and experienced nursery staff. 9. Finally, what plans do you have for this year? For me personally, I have some more training to do as we work further towards our Forest School status. We also hope to expand the nursery further. Butterfly Barns has seen so many enquiries this past year for babies and children under 18 months old that we are now very keen to get on with building our baby rooms just opposite the existing nursery. With the development will come conference and meeting room facilities so who knows what services we might offer once we have the extra space? As ever I am always open to ideas!
A NEW YEAR, A NEW YOU... Graham Knights
Dr. Parisa Ghanbari
A lot of people have trouble with their feet especially as they get older. Nails can become thick and difficult to cut, hard skin can make walking uncomfortable and corns can be very painful.
What made you go into private practice offering facial rejuvenation techniques?
Many older people simply have problems getting down to deal with their feet. They are an extremely important part of your body, so why not have them professionally treated? Graham Knights provides a visiting local foot care service in the Wymondham area with treatments carried out in the comfort of your own home. He attends to all common conditions, including straightforward nail trimming, nail and skin disorders and hard skin removal. Appointments last around 35 minutes and are competitively priced. Treatments conclude with a soothing foot massage using quality creams. Graham is keen to stress that nobody should be embarrassed about their feet even if they feel that they are in poor condition. He is
keen to promote good foot health and offers advice on such topics as over the counter products and footwear so that clients can care for their feet between appointments. He has a particular interest in diabetes sufferers as the condition can sometimes lead to complications in the foot making regular check ups and preventative care extremely important. Graham places great emphasis on good customer service. He has a caring and compassionate approach, particularly towards older clients. He believes that having your feet treated should be a pleasant and enjoyable experience. If you would like to know more about the treatments offered why not visit Graham’s
I work as a General Practitioner in a busy surgery in Norfolk and no two days are the same. I see a variety of medical problems and get to meet people from all walks of life. I love it but I felt I wanted to do that bit more to help clients feel good about themselves. So many of my patients would say to me ‘Growing Old is a terrible thing!’ Well, here is a way to slow it down...
of wrinkles using Botulinum Toxin injections – this is a chemical used frequently in medicine to effectively and safely treat a variety of conditions from cerebral palsy muscle spasticity to unstable bladders! It is particularly effective at paralysing certain facial muscles thus reducing the development of wrinkles especially in the forehead and crow’s feet area of the face.
How do the wrinkle reducing injections work? I offer treatments to reduce the appearance
Botox injections take around two weeks to take effect and the results last for around three months. I also use semi-permanent dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid which is the body’s natural ‘skin plumper’. These can be used to fill out deep set wrinkles around the face and also to give lips a natural fuller appearance. The results of these fillers are instant and last for 6-12 months – a good investment!
website at www.bestfootforwards.co.uk For appointment or discuss your personal foot care needs. Graham can be contacted on 01508 530016.
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A NEW YEAR, A NEW YOU... Steps To A Healthy New Year Whether it’s a resolution you set for January 1st, or a goal you start mid-year to reach, you can make the next year of your life a healthier one. The first step is to take a look at what your diet and health have been like for the last 12 months. Think about questions like these and write down your answers in a notebook so that you can look back them again a year from now: • How does your weight compare with a year ago? • Do you feel healthy and have a lot of energy or are you tired all the time? • Do you take vitamins or other nutritional supplements? • Do you eat at home most of the time? If so, what types of foods? Whole fresh foods, boxed foods or TV dinners? • If you eat in a restaurant, what types of restaurants do you go to and what types of foods do you choose? • How physically active are you? • Do you exercise regularly?
• Do you eat healthy size portions, or do you stuff yourself with every meal? • Do you smoke? • How much alcohol do you drink each week?
One good goal for your first month could be to resolve to take your lunch to work four days per week for each week this month instead of eating lunch in restaurants every day.
It is important to take an honest look at your health and dietary habits in order to set goals for your health and diet.
Another example of a monthly goal would be to resolve to walk for 30 minutes four days per week each week this month.
The Second Step Is To Set Goals • Do you want to lose weight? • Do you want to be able to run up and down your stairway without becoming winded? • Do you want to reduce cholesterol or lower your blood pressure?
Sometimes getting started with a new healthy diet and fitness plan is the easy part. Many of us hit occasional roadblocks due to busy schedules, loss of motivation and sometimes we hit weight loss plateaus.
Decide what you really want to achieve for your health and diet over the next month and over the next year.
Those weight loss plateaus are the times when we feel like we do everything right, but the scale
doesn’t seem to budge. When this happens, don’t give up, keep motivated to achieve the new you!
What Is Zumba Fitness®?... Spanish slang for “to move fast and have fun”, Zumba was created in the mid-90s by Colombian native Alberto “Beto” Perez. Inspired by the traditional Latin music he grew up with, Beto paired his favourite rhythms with red-hot international dance steps. Each instructor adds their own flavour to classes, fusing those hypnotic Latin rhythms with a lively and infectious party atmosphere so the focus is on having fun – while achieving long-term fitness benefits! You will want to work out, you will love working out and you will get hooked, while having an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energising, awe-inspiring movements which engage and captivate. For further information and details of any of my classes, please contact: Penny Crook on 01842 815074.
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CARING NG FOR THE ELDERLY Woodgate Park
NBR Scooter Brokers
Spacious retirement bungalows in Swanton Morley
NBR Scooter Brokers is a family run business which prides itself on their commitment to their customers (existing and new!!)
The success of Woodgate Park can be measured in how fast these two bedroom bungalows have sold over the past months. There are now only a few remaining. The latest residents to join this friendly community have settled in quickly and made new friends with the help of the on-site community hall and exciting social calendar. Woodgate Park is quite unusual - for a moment, forget what you know about care homes and elderly care and imagine something totally new and different: • Your own spacious, homely two bedroom bungalow in the popular sought after village of Swanton Morley - village of the year 2009 • A place where you could really enjoy living • People to talk to and get to know
• Clubs, activities and entertainment • Regular bus service within walking distance and good local amenities • Offers assisted living with staff based on site What Is Assisted Living? This is a service with staff based on site to monitor your general well being and provide assistance when needed for everyday activities of living. This will vary from emergency access or regular assistance, as and when you need it. Such services include personal care, cleaning, laundry, shopping services, gardening, property maintenance and even cooked meals. This service truly offers peace of mind and security. Don’t miss out - visit our stunning Show Home now.
Their main objective is to provide impartial advice together with a friendly and efficient service!! They offer the service of a free, no obligation, home demonstration for all of their products to ensure they are suitable for your needs. Whilst their core business is the supply of new mobility scooters, they also have a selection of pre-owned scooters as they offer a part exchange service.
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Adjustable beds Bathlifts 3 & 4 wheel walkers Attendant and self propelled wheelchairs
Apart from selling, they also offer a hire service, together with repairs, servicing and insurance work. NBR scooter brokers are accredited with Norfolk trusted traders which is organised by Norfolk County Council.
In addition to mobility scooters, they can also supply the following: • Stairlifts • Powered wheelchairs • Powerchairs • Rise & recline armchairs
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CARING NG FOR THE ELDERLY Age UK Care Home Checklist Choosing a care home, sometimes called a nursing home, is an important decision. This checklist suggests what to ask to help you find out as much as you can about a home and make an informed choice. If you are not happy with something when you’re looking around, ask the home for an explanation. Location And Building • Where is the home? • Will visitors be able to get there easily? • Are there transport links near by? • Are facilities such as shops, pubs, parks and places of worship within easy reach? • How accessible is the home? • Will it be easy for you to enter and leave the building, and move between rooms and floors? • How good is the wheelchair access? • Is there a lift? • Does the home feel clean and inviting?
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• Are there any unpleasant smells? • Do the rooms feel hot and stuffy or cold and draughty? • Is there a relaxed and friendly atmosphere? • Will you feel comfortable chatting and socialising in the home’s public areas? • Are the rooms a good size? • Will you have a room to yourself? • Is there any choice of rooms to accommodate preferences such as sun, shade or quiet? Day-To-Day Life • Are there telephone facilities you can use in private? • Can you access the internet, either in your room or on a shared computer? • Does the home arrange outings to the shops, entertainment venues or places of worship?
• Are there any physical activities such as exercise groups or gardening? • Are you encouraged to stay active and do as much as you can for yourself? • Are there any restrictions on visiting times or numbers of visitors? • Where can you spend time with your visitors? • Are there facilities for visitors to stay overnight? • Are young children welcome? • Is there a choice of food and when and where it can be eaten? • Can you prepare food and drink for yourself? Your Care Needs • Is the home registered to provide the level of care you need? • Do the other residents seem to have a similar level of need to you?
• Does the home have bathing facilities that meet your needs? • If you need help with bathing, who will provide this? • Can you choose how often you have a bath or shower? • Do you have your own GP and access to other health services such as opticians and dentists? • How many staff are employed per resident? • Is there a manager on duty at all times? Contracts And Fees • Can you see a copy of the home’s brochure? • Can you see copies of recent inspection reports? • Can you see a copy of the home’s contract/written conditions? • What are the home’s fees?
Brooklyn House Brooklyn House is just one of Caring Homes’ highly acclaimed modern purpose-built care homes. The majority of the rooms have en-suite facilities and all of them have a ‘nurse call’ system and television point. Each en-suite has a shower/wet room which is ideal for people with mobility issues and there are assisted baths throughout the building so everyone can enjoy a choice of bath or shower. Specifically designed to care for elderly residents, Brooklyn House is equipped with every modern facility to ensure high standards of comfort. The landscaped gardens and patio areas are an additional venue for outdoor activities, such as sensory therapy, and are a calm and beautiful place just to relax in. Brooklyn House has a new sun room which enhances the communal accommodation and gives the residents an additional choice for somewhere to spend the day. The home’s central position means it is ideally suited for local amenities and public transport links. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide superior palliative
care, offering 24-hour care to residents with serious illnesses to relieve their suffering and improve their quality of life, giving comfort to them and their families. Every resident is given a comprehensive, individual care plan, whether they are staying for a period of convalescence or are permanent residents. We also welcome visitors for a short respite. Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team is on call 24-hours a day and pride themselves on the high-quality care they offer. Our key focus is to provide a safe, homely and supported environment based on a positive, person-centred approach. Brooklyn House’s dedicated Activities Co-ordinator ensures there is always something going on so residents can enjoy a full and interesting lifestyle and continue with their hobbies. For more information, to request a brochure or to arrange a visit, please contact Brooklyn House on 0808 166 1347 or visit the website at www.caringhomes.org
Manor Court Day Care Manor Court Day Care Centre for the elderly is based in Griston, Norfolk. It is open 5 days a week Monday - Friday from 9am - 4pm. We have around 36 guests per day all aged 55+, with social services funded and private places available. Our service provides transport either by social services or our own transport for our guests. We specialise in Dementia care, with quality specialist care delivered by a fully trained staff team who believe in promoting independence in all individuals
where possible. Reminiscence activities are available for individuals with dementia which recreate ‘life skills’. Extend exercise classes, musical entertainers, singing, dancing, quizzes, table top activities such as dominoes, card games etc, hairdressing and chiropody are some of the services and activities that we provide on a daily basis. Freshly cooked meals which are cooked on the premises are also provided to our guests.
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CARING NG FOR THE ELDERLY The Priory Group Opens New Care Home In Watton Designed specifically to meet the needs of older people requiring general and dementia nursing care, Buckingham Lodge provides a modern and supportive environment for 70 residents.
Providing good quality care simply isn’t good enough for a Priory care home. The people living in the home, whether they are living with dementia or are in need of physical nursing care, are guaranteed a quality of life that all of us would wish for ourselves and our loved ones.
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Whilst it is essential to understand the clinical challenges, it is equally important to understand the person; what motivates them and what their dreams and aspirations are. Priory care homes celebrate existing skills, knowledge and abilities and enable people as much as possible, whilst at the same time providing a safe and secure environment. Dementia care at Buckingham Lodge is led by the Dignity Dementia Champions who are highly trained and skilled to deliver ‘person-centred’ care. Staff follow the Nightingale Model of Enriched Care which encourages community
links and positive relationships with family members and friends (old and new). At Buckingham Lodge we understand that choosing a care home for yourself, a loved one, or someone in your care can be a difficult and sometimes daunting experience. We therefore offer an open and friendly atmosphere and our home manager would welcome the opportunity to answer any questions or show you around. To arrange a visit or for an informal, no-obligation discussion, please call 01953 858 750.
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U Drink I Drive U Drink I Drive was set up by three business men in 2010, after reading many case studies on drink driving, we found drink driving was on the decrease, and has been on the decrease for the past 30 years. Our alternative to drink driving is a simple idea with high impact; our designated driver service is an efficient, cost effective service giving you a completely new option. How the service works, it’s simple, provide us with; • Your name and phone number • Your car registration and model • Your designated pick-up location • Your designated drop-off location
- Please allow 30 minutes before you require your designated driver. - Your Driver will call you once they have arrived at the given destination. - You will be asked to sign a consent form, allowing your driver to drive your car. - Your driver will then drive you and your car to your required destination. - Payment will be calculated and paid once your destination has been reached. - You car will be parked and locked and the keys handed back to you. Your driver would be more than happy to drop your family and friends of at separate locations if required. Become a Memberthis means you don’t have to give your details each time you book, your details will be kept on file, so only your name and location will be required when next booking U Drink I Drive. Requirements are Fully Comprehensive Insurance - Valid M.O.T & Road TAX. U DRINK I DRIVE IS DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU KEEP YOUR DRIVING LICENCE, AND THE ROADS A SAFER PLACE! Information at www.udrinkidrive.co.uk
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Welcome To Winter! Snow, ice, and cold can be especially challenging to the body and mind, as well as your car. replaced, make certain that the wiper bay is free of debris. Ice and snow can freeze your wipers in place making them completely ineffective. Never pour hot water on a windshield to remove ice. You will remove ice all right...and crack the glass in the process!
Is Your Vehicle Ready For Winter? If not, there are some things you can do to help ensure that your car will start on cold mornings and survive even the nastiest winter weather. Check Under The Bonnet Make sure that your battery and all of its connections are clean and fastened; hoses and belts securely in place; your oil and oil filter changes up to date; your air filter clean; the radiator flushed and refilled; and your engine well tuned. One of the biggest contributors to a car not starting is the battery. If it is old and needs to be replaced, do it now! Look At The Windscreen Besides obvious cracks in your windscreen which you can have
Observe The Tyres Properly inflated all season tyres are usually all that you need for winter driving. Carry An Emergency Kit It doesn’t take much to get stranded during winter. Even the best maintained vehicle can get caught in a snow bank or stuck in a ditch. Carrying a fully charged mobile phone for emergency purposes is essential when driving anywhere uninhabited.
If you find yourself stuck in snow, make sure that the exhaust pipe is free of all snow if you run your car while idled. The following items should be a part of an emergency kit you have stored in your vehicle at all times: • Fully charged torch • Jump leads • Ice scraper / brush • Sand for traction • Candles • Matches • Distress sign • Medical kit • De-icer. If you frequently travel back roads and find yourself in remote areas, carrying an extra set of hats, gloves, and coats as well as several blankets is wise.
Keep a window cracked open to allow for air to circulate; turn the engine off every ten minutes for a half hour or more to prevent carbon monoxide build up inside of the car. You can survive the hazards of winter by taking a little extra care and caution. Properly equip your car today to ensure that your next trip is a safe one regardless of the prevailing road and weather conditions.
Some people carry chocolate with them at all times which can be a great and delicious! energy booster as well as fresh water (don’t leave it in the car as it will get frozen).
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