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Volunteers provide vital support to Volunteers are asked to give a talking to them about the books To get involved in these or any of
organisations in Swindon and the couple of hours a week for up to 6 they have read and giving out the many other volunteering oppor-
people they help. This month there weeks after discharge. stickers, medals and certificates to tunities, contact Volunteer Centre
is a range of opportunities to get Age UK Wiltshire is also looking reward their effort. Swindon on 01793 420557 or mail:
involved with. for befriending volunteers for iso- Volunteer Centre Swindon holds a [email protected]
The British Red Cross is looking lated older people either by visiting list of events that need help, such Or drop into VCS at 1 John Street
for assistance for their Home from or phoning regularly. as fundraising activities, community Swindon Monday to Friday, 11am
Hospital service in Swindon, which The contact can vary from a chat fairs and sporting events. If you can to 3pm.
supports patients when they are in the client’s home, a trip out for offer your time call the centre and See the volunteer opportunities
discharged from hospital. coffee, or going along to an existing ask for the Eventeers list. online at www.do-it.org
Volunteers provide practical community club, it just depends on
support such as shopping, collecting the people involved. Say thanks for the help in June
prescriptions or preparing a simple In July and August Swindon Volunteers’ Week, 1 to 17 June, is an annual celebration of the fantastic
snack. They also help to rebuild Libraries will again be running their contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK.
confidence and provide valuable popular Summer Reading Chal-
companionship and a friendly lenge. People are needed to support It’s not too soon to think about how your organisation can take part to
listening ear. children, helping with enrolment, thank your volunteers for the contribution they make. Find details, ideas
and resources at www.volunteersweek.org or contact Volunteer Centre
Swindon for information and help.
Charity on the move

Dressability, which provides a low Avebury outing for myashenias
cost clothing alteration and adapta- Myaware, Wiltshire Support Group, intensive care the next, needing a
tion service for people with physical supports and informs sufferers and respirator to breathe.
disabilities or learning difficulties, is families with one of the myashe- Members, carers and supporters
moving in August to a new home at “We would love to hear from any- nias, a group of muscle weakening will be visiting Avebury Manor,
Bradbury House, Westmead Drive, one who can spare a few hours a diseases which can be fatal and for museum and the standing stones on
Westlea, above the MS Therapy month to assist with this valuable which there is no cure. It is con- 11 May.
Centre. work,” said manager Sharon Tombs. trolled by strict medication which To find out more about the group
It is recruiting experienced dress- To find out more call her on the sufferer has to take for life. and to join the outing, contact
makers to join the team of volun- 01793 512878 or 07754 105 297. Sufferers may be able to function Barbara Rope: barbaraarope@gmail.
teers who carry out the alterations. www.dressability.org.uk near normally one day and be in com or call 01793 872317.

Orchid Care Home Now Open

Orchid Care Home, Guernsey Lane,
off Torun Way, Haydon End, Swindon SN25 1UZ
Angel Care Homes is a premier care provider with a simple aim - to provide excellent care
for the elderly requiring nursing or dementia care within a home from home,
welcoming, friendly environment
Angel Care offers:
• 83 single rooms all with en-suite • Library • Minibus for trips and outings
including walk-in showers • Large cinema room • Free WIFI
• Hair dressing salon • Café • Private family dining room
for all occasions
Fees: Nursing and Dementia care from £900/week. Social Services accepted
To arrange a visit please contact Debbie Northrop, Manager. Tel: 01793 753336
e: [email protected] www.carehomesgroup.com
Now recruiting Qualified Nurses and Care Assistants
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