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Changes through caring relate ... COOPERS CHEMIST
'Caring brings changes' is the theme for this year's National Carers offers confidential counselling WEST SWINDON CENTRE
Week between 7 and 13 June. by professionally trained counsellors Fine fragrances,
Few people stop to think what it FOCUS on Carers and Self Help for couples or individuals experiencing
relationship, marital or sexual problems toiletries, ear piercing
would mean if someone they love have organised the following • the Swindon Relate centre is open
was injured or became ill and events at the Princess Royal Trust from 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday etc.
needed their care. When it hap- Swindon Carers Centre, 25 Morley
• waiting lists are short, appointments APS, developing & printing
pens, it is often a huge shock and Street:
being available within two weeks of
changes their life profoundly. Wednesday9 June,l0am-12noon: initial contact One free 35mm 24 exp film
Paid employment may no longer Carers coffee morning and bring with every 35mm roll
• individuals counselled as well
be an option or hours may have to and buy
as couples developed on the premises
be reduced. Increased needs may Thursday 10 June: Open day for
collide with diminished income. Primary Care and Social Services we can help if you are having Tel: 872033
Limited leisure opportunities, staff problems and want to work them out, Open 7 days a week
combined with the loss of a so- There will also be publicity or if you want to separate,
or if your relationship has ended Mon - Fri 9am - 8pm,
cially acknowledged role can lead stands in Boots the Chemist, PMH,
to isolation and poor self-esteem. Wat Tyler House and Swindon In- For details, call Relate on 527664 Sat 9am - 6pm, Sun 10am - 3pm
Above all, the relationship between formation Centre.
the carer and the person they care For help or to find out more Conservation walk
for may undergo a fundamental about these events, contact FOCUS
change. on 531133. Seven Fields Conservation Group &SSW d Crafts
secretary, Marilyn Beale, is hold-
ing a series of themed walks for For all your
Super lunch serves up a tasty soup people to find out more about the
Members of Toothill Church have started what they call a Super meadows and wildlife located be- CROSS STITCH
Lunch on the fourth Friday of the month. tween Penhill and Abbey Meads.
Costing only £1, home made soup, bread, fruit and tea are served Sunday 6 June, 6pm: The work of supplies
from 12.15pm. the conservation volunteers Also
"It's a chance for people, whether they are connected with the church tapestry & embroidery
or not, to drop in for a tasty light lunch and a chat," said organiser Sunday 13 June: A celebration of
Audrey Donaldson. "It is not neccessary to book. Bring a friend, or stop wildflower meadows DMC stranded cotton in stock
by and meet new ones. The group also has a clean up on
The next Super Lunches take place on 25 June, 23 July and 27 August. 18 Apsley House Arcade
the first Sunday of the month. For
further details, contact Marilyn Wootton Bassett
Beale on 725067, or meet at the car
Mediation where children are involved park off Thames Avenue. Tel: 01793 848855
The North Wiltshire Family Mediation Service is piloting a national
scheme for separating and divorcing couples.
Under a section of the new Fam- A"tIO GOGGLEBOX ILLIAMS V
ily Law Act, to be fully imple-
mented in the year 2000, couples & VIDEO
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ceedings must first meet with a Specialists in repairs
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them tackle arrangements for chil- :;• satelite, microwaves,
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Family Mediation (North Wilt- audio equipment &
shire) has been contracted by the in car hi-fi's.
Legal Aid Board to offer this serv- No call out charge
Wendy Hall of Family Mediation Free estimates
ice free to anyone who qualifies for
legal aid. improve communication, reduce Free Home Estimates 30A COUNTY ROAD, SWINDON
"Nobody will be forced to opt conflict and help ensure the future All repairs guaranteed
for mediation; it can only work well-being of children caught up Tel: 01793 423371
when it is a voluntary process," in divorce disputes." Tel: (0 1793) 731019
says co-ordinator Wendy Hall. The service is also available to Mobile 0976 752073
"Many more people will find out those not receiving legal aid. For
about mediation earlier in their more information, contact Wendy
separation. Hall or Karen Taylor on 527285.
"Experience has shown that
mediation is often effective both in
terms of cost and time. It can also Skills to share?
The West Swindon Family & Com-
For the mature woman munity Project is looking for peo-
A group for mature women who ple willing to share their creative
are facing changes in their lives skills with a small group on occa- Part-time carers wanted
and who are looking for friend- sional Tuesday mornings from
ship and support as they explore September 1999. A creche is avail- Fullfilling and well paid
new directions will be meeting on able for under fives.
Tuesday 8 June, 8pm. If you make craft items, deco- Full training provided
Contact neighbourhood worker rate cakes, have artistic skills, or
and member Pam Pixton on 465462 cook creatively, contact West Swin- Must be flexible and over 18
for more details. don Family Project on 871303.
I Call us now on (01793) 616066