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Freshers fair for people

September: Sleep not in full-time employment
U3A Swindon is a self-help, participative organisation with the purpose
Information and advice for parents from ePIP of providing leisure and learning opportunities for those not in full time
employment, which is the only criteria for membership.
ePiP parenting coach Tamsin • Reading them a couple of bedtime Activities usually take place on weekdays and are organised by the
writes: stories before encouraging them to members for the members sharing their knowledge and skills.
We all need sleep and if we don’t settle. Find out more at a Freshers’ Fair on Saturday 3 September, 10am to
get enough it can be detrimental to • Naps actually encourage sleep 12.30pm in St Joseph’s College, Ocotal Way.
our health, relationships, work and later in the day; an overtired toddler See the range of courses and activities at: www.swindonu3a.org.uk
well-being. It boosts and supports is much harder to settle at night.
our memory function, growth and Up to 90 minutes in the day (before U3A choir concert for Brighter Futures radiography appeal
immune system as well as leaving 3pm) for a child up to the age of 3 An evening with Swindon U3A Choir takes place on Saturday 24 Septem-
us feeling much better. is about right. If your child gets out ber, 7.30pm, in Bath Road Methodist Church.
Adults should get between 7 and of bed once settled, immediately Under the musical directorship of Sheila Harrod, the choir will perform
9 hours, and children up to the age return them with a comforting ‘It’s old favourites and new numbers and will be joined by Swindon Polish
of ten should get around 10 to 11 sleep time, time for bed.’ Choir.
hours of sleep each night. It is possible to dramatically Admission is by ticket at £5 from Julian Riley on 01793 493429, Sheila
As a parent, living without sleep improve bedtime routines and to Dunn: 01793 529678 or Henry Fitzsimmons: 01793 487529.
can be very challenging. We all reclaim your evenings. Here’s the
know that when a new born baby difference our help made for a Dance students reach world finals
arrives our sleep will suffer, but we Swindon parent: ‘My ePiP coach
expect that as our child grows up was brilliant and non-judgemental; Students from the Swindon Dance their hard work and extremely high
things will improve. she helped us see where we could Academy have been selected to commitment really paid off. I’m
However, sleep issues don’t adopt a better bedtime routine. We represent England at the 2017 also very grateful for the continued
generally go away by themselves have our bed back and a happier Dance World Cup to be held in support of all the parents and
and many of us survive on a few more rested toddler.’ Germany. grandparents.
hours of broken sleep each night, All of us at ePiP are trained The 6 to 18 years olds were “The new school year is going to
but it doesn’t have to be that way. experts in supporting families to selected to represent Team be very exciting as we prepare for
Some simple ideas that can help establish good bedtime routines. England after putting in winning DWC 2017.”
your child sleep well are: Getting by without proper sleep performances at the 2016 finals held The academy holds classes at the
• Give them a healthy snack an hour isn’t living. Let us help you reclaim in Jersey. Wilkes Academy in Westlea, Abbey
before bedtime and a drink of milk. your bed, your sleep and your life. Academy principal Sarah Watson: Meads Primary School and the
• Turning off TVs and computers an Call us on 01793 328102 or see “I’m bursting with pride of each Haydon Centre.
hour before bedtime. more at: www.epipdirect.com and every one of the students. All www.swindonacademyofdance.co.uk

Making a
difference

Volunteers provide vital support to building confidence and motivation
organisations in Swindon and the in others through assisting with the
people they are working with. Could delivery of workshops and events,
you free up some time to help? Swindon Mind’s new Be Active
Make a Wish UK grant magical project is looking for activity
wishes to enrich the lives of buddies to support participants
children and young people fighting by accompanying them in weekly
life-threatening conditions. They physical activity and sport sessions.
are looking for coordinators to To find out more about these
manage collection tins placed and other opportunities, contact
in local businesses, including Volunteer Centre Swindon on 01793
banking donations. This is a role 420557 or info@swindonvolunteers.
that fits around work or family org.uk
commitments. Visitors can drop-in at 1 John
The Silver Line is looking for Street, Swindon from Monday to
Kitchen MaKeover
telephone befrienders to contact Friday, 11am to 3pm, to discuss
Are your kitchen cabinets OK, but the doors
and drawer fronts are looking a little tired? older, lonely people for a weekly opportunities.
Why not consider a kitchen makeover? chat. Volunteers need to commit the Hospital help scheme goes on
same time and day each week to
By replacing the doors and drawer fronts plus a new worktop you can achieve the Thanks to funding from health
look of a new stylish kitchen, saving you time, money and a lot of upheaval. make the 30 minute friendship call. plan provider Simplyhealth, the
Prospect Hospice is seeking more
Complete kitchens and bedrooms also available. Royal Voluntary Service Home from
Extensive range of door colours and designs. help to deliver services, such as Hospital service at Great Western
We are a family run business with over 30 years in-patient contact, drivers, assisting Hospital is able to continue.
experience in specialist carpentry and joinery. in the office or supporting carers. RVS also provides practical
We can plan, design and fit your kitchen complete, There are also roles in the charity’s
including any building or alteration work. shops and with fundraising. support to older people whilst
call Peter Galbraith now for a in hospital through its On Ward
Active Plus involves the skills and Companionship scheme. New
free survey and estiMate experiences of military veteran volunteers are always needed. For
Tel: 01793 741234 volunteers, including people who details:
visit our website @ pgalbraith24.wordpress.com are wounded, injured or sick, by www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
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