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The Link Magazine April 1994
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Changing childbirth in Swindon

Maternity care has come under the of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
spotlight with the publication of the The group has been formed by Suppliers of
government report 'Changing the Consumer Involvement
Quality Surplus
Childbirth' (also known as the Projectwhich is part of the Swindon
and End of Range
Cumberledge Report). Health Authority.
The main theme in the report is Strong links with the Maternity Chainstore Childre
that maternity care should centre on Unit at PMH are being developed Clothing from
the needs of women and their ba- and members of the group attend 0 - 12 years
bies. In order to have an influence theMaternityServices LiaisonCom-
To hold a Rascals
about how that service is provided, mittee.
local women need to make their The group is keen to hear from party, or to become a 12'x12 & 14'x14'
views known. parents or parent groups interested Rascals organiser,
A new group in Swindon called in being involved, or can give their For Parties & Events
call Carol McKinley
Consumer Voices in Maternity Care views. An with rain COVCVS
is trying to do just that. It's made up If you would like to know more or on 871243
of parents and organisations for have views on maternity care and
parents, such as National Childbirth how it should be provided, call
Trust, Koalas Playgroup and Friends Annie Naji on 420555 ext 2124.
WEAR IT WELL
GP makes April move
New and Nearly New Quality Clothing
A West Swindon doctor moves into a new, permanent surgery in early
April, after three and a half years practice in a temporary building. 59 North Street (off Eastcott Road), Old Town, Swindon
Telephone: 695223. Proprietor: Connie Croker
DrRodHouseman's300,000 sur- will offer two GP consulting rooms,
gery next to the Link Centre is the nurse practioner, minor ops/treat- Buy: Immaculate Ladies Day, Occasion,
first stage of an ambitious long term ment and health promotion moms. Evening wear, Ballgowns, Bridaiwear.
plan which may eventually see a 20 Once settled into the new building, Ladies/Gents Casual & Businesswear.
bed cottage hospital on an adjacent the practice will be looking for a Childrens Clothes and Accessories.
site for people recovering from ill- second doctor to work alongside Dr Sell: Your immaculate new/nearly new
ness and those requiring post-natal Houseman. The practice started in BATH ROAD
clothing on a 50% return on sale basis.
and post-operative recovery facili- November 1990 without any pa-
ties near to home. tients and now has 2,200. Clothing only accepted if modern, Opening Hours
For the present, the new surgery Patients should note that the Link immaculate and freshly cleaned or Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri,
Surgery will close at midday on laundered. Sat 1000am - 500pm
Items to sell viewed by appointment only.
Dr and Mrs Houseman and practice .t Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
manager Sue Carvell, right, outside the Thursday 7 April so that equipment
and records can be moved into the
new surgery on Link Avenue
new building in readiness for reo-
pening at 9am on Monday 11 April.
Top quality kids
clothing

After 18 months successful business,
Rascals children clothes for 0 to 12
years olds is expanding.
Run by Carol McKinley from
Midd leleaze, Rascals is a party plan
with a difference. All garments are
first line chainstoru end of range or Th e Great Sm* a
surplus stock and all items can be
bought off the rail, there's no order-
ing involved. And to make things Day Eating Plans
convenient for buyers, garments are
left with the party hostess so that
friends can visit the home or group
to browse in theirown time. There's NO NEED TO FEEL HUNGRY!
Women Out West no demonstrator pressing for a sale. at:
"The garments are top quality and
look for craft person nearly all are under 10," said Carol.
Women Out West is a group for "They are tremendous value and Emmanuel U R Church Hall Holy Trinity church Hall
women who are at home during the exactly the same as you'll find in the High Street Shaw Village Centre
day and who may be feeling iso- high street shops." Haydon Wick Shaw
lated or bored. The Rascals formula has worked
We are looking for a lady to help well and Carol is now looking for Monday 6.I5pm & 8pm Tuesday 6.30pm & 8pm
us with our 4 - 6 weekly craft ses- two more agents to organise par- Phone Chris 871026 Phone Nicole 613998
sions. Specific training skills are not ties.
necessary, just a knowledge of arts Hostesses get a 10% commission Come along to either class or phone for more details
and craft techniques and a desire to and a 50% discount on any item if Joining fee: £6.95 • Class fee: £2.95
pass them on. they gain two further parties.
All expenses will be paid. For To hold a party, or if you would
more information, please phone like to become a Rascals organiser, Celebrating our Silver Jubilee Year
870334 or 875820 call Carol McKinley on 871243.