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Who are the Swindon people deserving recognition? CYCLE REPAIRS

Closing date for Mayor’s Pride of Swindon Award is 1 February BOUGHT A BIKE
FOR CHRISTMAS?
The Mayor of Swindon Michael of Swindon’s growth and success,
Bray, right, is looking for ordinary Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The All bikes need
people who do extraordinary things names of the best-of-the-best will be regular check-ups,
for their town so that they can be engraved on a plaque mounted in the Over 35 yrs especially if new
recognised at the Pride of Swindon Central Library. experience and bought on the
Awards in April. Entries should be sent by Friday internet
You might know a child or an adult 1 February to Pride of Swindon PUT SAFETY FIRST
who has displayed remarkable cour- Awards, Civic Offices, Euclid Street, Call now for fast, friendly
age, or somebody who has improved Swindon SN1 2JH or mail: prideof- service, plus FREE collection
your area, an inspiring teacher, a [email protected] and delivery from home or work
neighbour who is always there - or Don’t forget to include the name,
a team of people who have pulled address and contact details of the Phil Mitchell: 874873 day or eve.
or 07850 650956 (mobile)
together for community benefit. person nominated as well as your own.
The awards recognise the contri-
bution of such people to their town,
people who are unsung and are just Those chosen will be invited to
getting on with things for the com- a ceremony where they will be pre- Foster for Swindon
mon good. sented with a certificate recognising
Nominees must live or work within their contribution.
Swindon borough; all you have to do A select group of about 15 people People Like You - Providing a Home
is submit up to 250 words explaining will receive the ultimate accolade of
why the individual or the team should a small enamel lapel badge depict-
be considered. ing the 19th Century inspiration Make a big difference to children
and young people in Swindon. Foster.
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Care

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Opening
March 2013 Orchid Care Home, Guernsey Lane, off Torun Way, Taw Hill, Swindon SN25 1TA

Angel Care Homes is a premier care provider with a simple aim - to provide excellent care
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Angel Care will include:
• 83 single rooms all with en-suite including walk-in showers • Large cinema room
• Hair dressing saloon • Café • Library
• Minibus for trips and outings • Namaste dementia care • Free WIFI
• Guest room • Private family dining room for all occasions
Fees: Dementia residential £600-£700; Dementia nursing £600-£850; Nursing £600-£850
Social Services accepted
For details please contact Debbie Northrop, Manager. Tel: 07950 458975

Now recruiting: Deputy Manager, Qualified Nurses, Senior Carers, Domestic Staff & Laundry Service
Please download the application form from www.carehomesgroup.com
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