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Welcome A very Happy New Year to all of our readers and a warm welcome to the January 2013 edition of the Southend Local Business Guide. Where does the time go? Christmas has been and gone and we are already into 2013! It is the time to implement all of those New Year resolutions - get yourself fit again or perhaps to take up a new hobby. We have a feature on a number of different interest groups that are keen to recruit new members in 2013 (see page 6). We also have our regular local community feature on the Acres Way Kennels, based in Thundersley. We’ve had some real success in re-homing the dogs that we have featured and a BIG THANK YOU to everybody that has helped out with generous donations of food, towels, bedding and toys for the kennels – they really are appreciated. Here at the Local Business Guide we are thrilled with the response we’ve had from our readers and let’s hope we can find more homes for the dogs we feature in this month’s edition (pages 8-9).
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We have two really worthwhile community features in this edition. We feature the Fishwives Choir (page 12), a local choir raising funds for the Fisherman’s Mission Charity and also feature the Harbour Club, a specialist day centre for older adults with dementia situated in Battlesbridge (page 18).
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We also have a feature on Food For Thought (pages 16-17), which gives you lots of information on the healing qualities of different types of food and there is also our regular financial column from our financial expert Martin Lamb from Joseph R Lamb Independent Financial Advisors (see centre pages).
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Diners are in for a Treat! The Lemon Tree located in Southchurch village is a restaurant that continues to go that extra mile for it’s customers. An extension added last year gave The Lemon Tree a new look, a beautiful new dining area has been created with an enchanting lantern roof and an open plan kitchen now offers the chance for diners to see their food being prepared. During the warmer days customers can now enjoy alfresco dining as a new limestone patio
area has been laid to offer a place for diners to smoke. The Lemon Tree is now serving a brand new extensive A La carte menu offering a wider range of meals and due to popular demand the 10% service charge will now only apply for tables of 8 people or more. To enjoy that special meal in a friendly relaxed atmosphere the Lemon Tree is the ideal local restaurant.
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New Year - New Hobby! The start of a New Year is a great excuse to take up a new hobby. Why not keep up with the youngsters and learn to put your computer to better use? Tech4seniors offers a friendly environment to learn everything about your PC as well as other modern technology. Classes are held fortnightly in the Shoeburyness and Southend areas. For more details call 01702 680058 or visit www.tech4seniors.co.uk Southend’s location makes it an ideal place for Watersports - why not make 2013 the year you try something new and adventurous. A fantastic selection of watersports and other outdoor activities are available at Southend Marine Activities Centre including introductory courses in Sailing , Canoeing, more details call 01702 612770 or visit www.southend.gov.uk/smac At Barleylands Craft Village, Billericay a whole range of classes and workshops to help you learn a new craft or improve in your existing hobby. Workshops include Art Classes (for children and adults,) Pottery Painting, Papercrafts, Glass Art and Patchwork & Quilting. Full details including dates and times of all classes can be found by visiting the website at www.barleylands.co.uk/classes-and-workshops Ladies Choir - Have you been looking for a new hobby where you will make lots of new friends and have great fun? Why not pop along to a rehearsal of The Orpheus Singers - you will be guaranteed a very warm welcome! The ladies choir based in Hadleigh meets every Tuesday evening at Hadleigh Methodist Church. For more details call 01702 467052 or visit www.theorpheussingers.co.uk
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Can you help Re-Home a Dog from Acres Way Kennels? Adopting a Dog
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f you think you can offer a dog a good home, the first thing you need to do is to go down to the kennels, select a suitable dog you like, take it for a walk and see how you get on. Some people and dogs just don’t get along, so before reserving a dog, the Acres Way staff would need to see if you suit each other. If you have children, or another dog, they recommend that you bring them with you, to make sure that everyone will get on.
for a number of months and we are thrilled that he has finally been placed with a great family.
Jake, the 8 year old male German Sheppard has now been successfully re-homed with a very kind lady along with some help from her friends. He is still undergoing treatment but now he is in a good home and receiving constant care and affection to help him continue to live a happy and healthy life.
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Once you have visited the dogs, and hopefully found one that matches your lifestyle and expectations, a member of staff will arrange a convenient time for a home check. These are usually carried out within 2 or 3 days of your visit and take about half an hour. Once the home check is complete, you’ll be able to collect your dog. You will need to bring with you some identification showing your current address, and the £130 adoption fee. Their staff will be on hand if you have any questions, and will be able to guide you through the adoption process. All the staff and dogs at Acres Way look forward to seeing you. Re-Homing Update Brilliant news – Sebastian, the 4 to 5 year old Jack Russell Terrier that we featured in our last issue has been successfully re-homed with a new loving family. Sebastian was collected by the Dog Warden as he was found wandering the streets. He was underweight and in need of a good wash. Sebastian was at Acres Way 8
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A Big Thank-You from Acres Way and the dogs We have had a great response from our readers this year and all of the dogs we have featured this year have been successfully re-homed and are now leading happy lives ! Acres Way kennels have specifically asked us to thank all our readers for their help in re-homing dogs and for their very generous donations of food, towels, bedding and toys. They are very grateful for the support that they have received. Tom informs me that things were really busy with strays in the run up to Christmas so please keep supporting the dogs.
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This month’s featured dogs Reggie - Mastiff Male / Age 2
Good with other dogs: Yes but not to live with Good with other animals: Unknown Good with children: Unknown Notes: Very playful and strong
How to contact them Acres Way Kennels, Great Burches Road Thundersley, Essex SS7 3NE They are open 10am-3pm 7 days a week. Visitors are welcome at any time during these hours - no appointment is necessary.
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The Fishwives Choir T
hree years ago, Jane Dolby lost her trawler man husband Colin, when he died at sea after his fishing vessel was caught in a freak storm just off the Essex coast. Inspired by the success and popularity of other choirs such as Glee, The Port Isaac Fisherman’s Friends, The Rock Choir and of course the Military Wives, Jane has embarked upon a project to fund raise for the charity which provided so much help to her following the loss of her husband. Her plan is to record a single and have all the profits go to The Fishermen’s Mission charity. We’ve had a film maker and two documentary makers make enquiries. One said, ‘It feels like it could be a feelgood story like Calendar Girls meets The Full Monty. We’ve even appeared in July’s Waitrose magazine!” Jane Dolby Jane explained, “I’ve been helped so much by The Fishermen’s Mission and I had an idea for putting together a choir called THE FISHWIVES to sing to raise money for the charity. On the morning of April 17th, I posted a little note on Facebook inviting any women connected to commercial fishermen if they were interested in joining. I hoped a couple of the local girls may reply. However, when I logged into my Facebook account that night, the note had been shared across the social networks and I’d had over 100 responses not only from woman all over the UK asking to join but from TV, newspaper and radio journalists too. It was an incredible and totally unexpected response.”
BBC to bring their story to the public attention and highlight the situation of what happens when there is a death without a body. There are now over 70 choir members from the Highlands of Scotland to the island of Jersey. “With choir members, many of whom have never sung before, dotted all over the UK, rehearsals have been quite a challenge,” admits Jane. The Fishwives Choir would be delighted to hear from anyone who could their cause whether it’s donations and help with costs, studio time, or musicians who may like to get involved. Learn more about the Fishwives Choir at www.facebook.com/thefishwiveschoir and follow the girls on twitter at www.twitter.com/ fishwiveschoirs
Since then, Jane and the other choir members have appeared on BBC radio all over the UK and Northern Ireland, ITV news, Scottish television and most recently they embarked on a filming project with the 26 12
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Money Guidance
by Martin Lamb Dip. PFS Certs C11 (MP & ER)
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here are two stories that have appeared widely in the media lately that you will continue to read and hear about. The first is that of ‘Workplace Pensions’ , the second is of changes to retail financial services legislation that will mean fees will replace commission as the method of payment for financial advice.
There already seem to be misunderstandings about these, and much of what I have seen in the media is incorrect or misleading. It is true that Workplace Pensions that operate via ‘auto enrolment’ went live in October 2012 however the Government are phasing in their introduction over a period of six years, starting with the very largest employers. For smaller employers the final phasing in date with contributions at the full level is not until October 2018, however many employers may choose to offer it ahead of the deadlines. Employees will be Automatically enrolled once the employer scheme goes live and will usually have their contributions matched by the employer, up to 4% of salary once the phasing in is complete. Whilst there are numerous points of detail to consider for both staff and employers, it is important that you are aware of your ‘staging dates’ to make employers comply with the new legislation. Should you not wish to join the scheme you will have to notify your scheme administrator in writing, and every three years your employer will re- enrol you for which you would have to opt out again if you did not wish to join. We believe the new Auto enrolment pensions will dramatically change the face of the Personal Pension market and offer opportunities to save for retirement that should not be ignored. At Joseph Lamb we have created a new business unit that will be assisting employers in the setting up and management of auto enrolment schemes, we have already provided well received seminars on the subject and can provide an e mail ‘news’ service and fact sheets that will keep you up to date with your specific responsibilities if you are an employer. Please email us at workplacepensions@josephlamb.co.uk to subscribe to the service. 16 14
I now turn to the changes within the rules that control how financial advisers operate. The new rules come into effect no later than January 1st next year and have four main objectives. 1 To improve the quality of advice by increasing the minimum qualification requirements for all advisers; 2 To finally remove product and provider bias by banning commission and replacing it with ‘adviser charging’ 3 To re-define the term ‘Independent Advice’ 4 To improve the financial stability of adviser firms by forcing them to have more capital in their business (not now effective until Jan 2015) We think these changes will radically alter the current advice market place. Already most High Street banks have announced they are pulling out of selling investment products, and many experienced Independent Financial Advisers cannot meet the new requirements and may well close their businesses or merge with larger firms. We are delighted to announce that we have already launched our new business model that meets the new regulations. We have revamped our fee structure to meet the new competitive challenge of the review, and despite what the media say, in the majority of cases you will NOT need to pay just to walk through our door. Our first consultation will continue to be free, and normally our charges, which incidentally in most cases will be lower than before, can still be met by any products you buy, but on terms agreed by you, not set by a product provider. If you want to know more about the’ Retail Distribution Review’ please go to our website, if your existing adviser is leaving the industry we would love to welcome you as a new client. Martin Lamb, Managing Director of Joseph R Lamb Independent Financial Advisers Ltd. This article does not constitute investment advice, readers should seek an assessment of their needs and requirements before making any decisions based on the content of this article
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The Harbour Club T
he Harbour Club is a ‘not-for-profit’ social enterprise located in Battlesbridge, which provides a high quality specialist day service centre for adults aged over 65 living with dementia in the local community. The centre opened its doors in May 2011 and was founded by the current Director of Service, Jane Bussell, an Occupational Therapist, in memory of her late father who had dementia. It was the experience of helping her mum care for him and “Many thanks for the wonderful days that dad was able to spend at The Harbour Club, I know he enjoyed being there, it was the one day of the week when he was motivated to get ready and go out in the morning. The few hours respite I gained knowing he was in safe hands was much appreciated.” Steve – Wickford her professional experience of working in the community and a desire to try to improve the quality of life for others which led her to develop this service specifically for older people with dementia. The club is a happy place and has a high staff to member ratio. All Therapy Staff have completed dementia awareness training and been instructed on the principles of client centred dementia care.
a sense of self-worth and improving quality of life. While members are enjoying their day at the club, their carers also benefit enabling them to enjoy some well-earned respite, in the knowledge that their loved one is in good hands in a safe caring environment. To find out more details about attending the Harbour Club, please contact them on the number below or by email. The Harbour Club is located in the Battlesbridge Free Church Hall on Hawk Hill and is open 09.30 – 15.30 Tuesdays to Thursdays. The Harbour Club, Administration Office, 16 Hemmells, Basildon, Essex SS15 6ED Telephone: 07788 619 452 E: info@theharbourclub.org.uk www.theharbourclub.org.uk
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Recipe Corner BOBOTIE
Bobotie is a Cape Malay dish using minced beef and has a mild, sweet curry flavour although it can be made hot and spicy if you enjoy your curry HOT. It is often served with ‘Geel rossyntjie rys’ – which is a yellow rice with raisins. The long grain rice should be boiled in salted water with a small amount of Turmeric and a handful of raisins added. It is usually accompanied by a fruit chutney, spoonful of apricot jam or even sliced bananas. Can be prepared in advance and reheated. A dish from the Cape Province of South Africa but which is popular as a family meal throughout the entire country.
Ingredients 1Kg Lean beef mince 2 Medium Onions 30mls Butter 1 Thick slice white bread 1 Cup of Milk (full cream is best) 2 Eggs 10ml Sugar 30mls Curry Powder (choose heat according to preference) 30mls Brown Vinegar 5ml Salt Bay Leaves
Grease an ovenproof dish and pour meat mixture into dish, gently smoothing with a fork Take the milk drained from the bread and if necessary make it up to about 180mls. Add 1 egg, salt and pepper and beat well. Pour over the meat and dot with small pats of butter. Finish off with one or two bay leaves pressed into the surface.
Method Place bread and milk in a shallow, flat bowl and allow to soak. Drain off excess milk into a cup and reserve. Mash bread with fork In a large pan, fry the onions in butter until translucent and golden Blend the curry powder, sugar, salt and vinegar in a dish and add to the onions. Add meat to pan and mix well 22 40
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he King Edmund School in Rochford offers a comprehensive and varied Adult Education Programme. Our classes are open to family/friends of children attending the school as well as anyone else living locally. Our adult learners come from Southend, Southchurch, Benfleet, Hadleigh, Rayleigh, Hockley, Thorpe Bay, Leigh, Westcliff and afar and range from 18yrs to 100yrs! The Community Education program is a big part of our school ethos, and it has been steadily growing in recent years. Although run as a business we aim to engage local people and provide a valuable service to the community. First Steps Using the Computer is our most popular course being ideal for those completely new to computers, covering the basics in a simple and fun manner, along with giving the learner confidence. Most of our ‘First-Steppers’ progress to our Stepping Up course, mainly because they enjoy the learning process and the social benefit of being part of the wider community. For those looking to acquire a nationally recognised IT qualification, we also offer day and evening classes for ECDL, (European Computer Driving License), and ECDL Advanced. Our SurfSmart course will teach you how to surf the web, send emails, use ebay, download photos and learn what social media sites are all about. A popular choice is our FREE Online Banking workshop, which enables the learner to experiment with a ‘pretend’ online bank account, without the risk to your own finances!
In recent years we have been fortunate enough to secure the services of excellent tutors running additional courses in • Yoga • Art • Design-a-web • Sage • Manual Book Keeping • Sign Language These courses run each term and are well supported. BTEC in Health & Beauty Level 2 is the planning stages. Most of our classes are held during the day, making them ideal for those who work part time, are retired, or are looking to re-join the workforce. We have the schools’ excellent facilities at our disposal and are keen to share these with you. Our Monthly Book Club and Special evening meal/lunch events are also well supported and offer the chance for our adult learners to meet up, away from the classroom. If you would like to enrol on any of our courses or just ring/ visit for an informal chat, I would love to hear from you. Our courses run each term, and what better way to start the NEW YEAR off than learning a NEW SKILL! Although our full program starts on Monday 14th January, we can take late-comers, so don’t delay and find out about the best kept secret in town! Free refreshments are served during each lesson!
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Claire Elliott - Coordinator of Community Education, The King Edmund School, Rochford SS4 1TL Telephone - 01702 545771 ext 3237/3272 or Email claireelliott@kes.essex.sch.uk
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