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The Link Magazine. February 1994
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The International Year of the Family at the West Swindon Family Project
by Project Coordinator Mark Thomas

The International Year of the Fam- has been the Project's focus since its IYF can focus the attention of those Project Swindon Health Authority
ily changes little at the West Swin- inception in 1979, working with chil- with the power to affect change on cited marriage breakdown, redun-
donFamily and Community Project. dren and families in West Swindon. the plight of many families through- dancy, unemployment and debt as
We aim to continue the work that What we would hope is that the out the country. growing issues. All these have a
From a West Swindon viewpoint, marked effect on the emotional well
because many families moved here being of any individual or family
Visit the shop where for employment during the 1980's, unit.
Apart from its continuing work
it is often the case that the wider
sales never end, iiW family network of grandparents, with local residents, West Swindon
For fashions, flair and C~7~ A" aunts, uncles, known as theextended Family and Community Project
family are not always available to hopes to mark the IYF by an event.
customer care, give support. The recession has af- This maybe in association with other
Or just to browse or visit there fected everyone and a recent study groups working with families. Look
The place is not so hard to find & (2ovi6a/ta#lt by the Consumers Involvement out for further details.
For quality clothing of any kind Serving local families and the community: the local volunteer members of the West
You'll love the way you Swindon Family Project, front from left, Ivy Armstrong, Ros Deakin, Maria
buy and sell Anne Dawson Rooney, Chris Barlow. Rear, Jill Adams, Simon Harlow, Mark Thomas
At the top of the hill at (State Registered Hairdresser)
Wear It Well
'Phone for an appointment
Ring 695223
for further details on 870330
59 North Street, Old Town or 0860 - 585157

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Variety is the spice of the Breakaways group
Chris Barlow at the West Family Project reports
& A.T. MAYS, West Swindon The mixed Autumn! Winter programme proved popular to regular mem-
bers and newcomers who were welcomed into the group.
bring you Serious sessions included firstaid, The schedule for February is
A Selection of Sununer 1994 British self defence for women, road safety, shown below and anyone wishing
aromatherapy, hypnotherapy and to join in is welcome to come along
and Continental Coach Holidays an update on health issues from the on Thursday mornings. All ses-
Consumer Involvement project. sions are free and run fromlOam- 12
Departing from Swindon For fans of crafts, nostalgia and noon. A creche is provided for un-
mystery we had the mysterious ob- der 5's.
Eastbourne 10 days 14 May £247 Half Board jects quiz, a talk on local ghosts and 3rd Dried flower Arrangements
Free wine with every meal.
hauntings, slides of Swindon his- with Carol McGill
Ireland 8 days touring 11 June £369 Half Board tory, quilling, making American 10th Marbelling
decorations and yes, you'veguessed with Suzy Woolaston
John O'Groats & The Orkneys it, making traditional Christmas 24th Yoga Taster
8 days touring 30 April £279 Half Board decorations. with Marigold O'Brian
The year closed with a snacks and ForfurtherdetailscontactChris,Pam
Normandy & the D-Day Landings
nibbles session at which many tasty or Mark, West Swindon Family &
8 days 24 Sept £329 Half Board delights and good tips were in- Community Project, 15 Gainsbor-
Bavarian Castles & the Austrian Tyrol wardly digested. ough Way, Freshbmok. Tel: 871303
9 days 13 August £359
At the West Swindon Townswomen's Guild
Call in at the West Swindon Centre or
The first meeting of the year was a talk and slide show by Ken Sherwin
Telephone (0793) 873222 from the RSPB on how to care for our garden birds especially during the
winter months when food is hard to find. He also suggested some shrubs
appealing to look at and beneficial to birds.
'TMAYS The Travel Agents Chemicals for Health Care. New members are always welcome. Contact
The next meeting on 10 February at the Link Centre will hear a talk on
Carison Travel Network Doreen on 693707 or Stevie on 873567, they will be happytotell you about
ABTA No. 71330
the Guild.