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• Days out

• Pampering

• Hobby & Interest Groups

• Support Groups

• Carers Cafés

• Events for Young Adult Carers

• Free Training & Education Hello We hope you find something to enjoy among the outings we have put together for the next few months. We are treading the boards again with Beauty and the Beast and Kidnap in Pantoland, and for those who prefer the big screen there are cinema tickets on offer too. You will also find dates for our popular Christmas Lunches. Be sure to book soon as they fill up quickly. If you would like to see something included, or have any suggestions or feedback around future days out, groups or cafes, we would love to hear from you. Please email us at [email protected]. Many of our activities will be accessible via your local Link service or public transport. Please contact Link on 01380 722241 for details about their service or call 0871 200 22 33 for information about public transport. All dates are correct at the time of going to press.

*If you are booked on an activity and can no longer attend, please let us know on 0800 181 4118. We know that your caring role may change at short notice, but if you tell us it means we can offer your place to another carer on the waiting list.

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2 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk DAYS oUT

Beauty and the Beast Thursday 13th December, 7:00pm

This famous fairytale follows the story of Beauty who is taken prisoner by a prince who has been turned into a Beast. Eventually she grows to love the Beast, thus lifting a curse and turning him back into a prince. Address: Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA

Kidnap in Pantoland Thursday 13th December, 7:30pm

A ‘who-done-it’ pantomime adventure featuring all your favourite fairytale characters. Join in to catch the culprit and rescue the princesses!

Address: The Wharf Theatre, Wharfside, The Wharf Carpark, , SN10 1EB

Cinema Tickets

Enjoy an afternoon or evening break at the cinema. We have some tickets for the Palace Cinema in Devizes. One ticket per carer. Address: Palace Cinema, 19, 20 Market Place, Devizes, SN10 1JQ

www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk 3 Christmas Lunches

Join us for one of our popular festive lunches. To book a place, please send a cheque for £10 made payable to Carer Support by 31st October. The remainder of the cost will be paid by CSW. Venues and dates:

The Angel Hotel, Wednesday 12th December 12.30pm

The Angel Hotel, Monday 10th December 12.30pm

The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury Tuesday 11th December 12.30pm

Palmer Gardens Wednesday 13th December 12.30pm

HOW TO BOOK To book any of these activities, please call 0800 181 4118 or email [email protected].

Please let us know if you can no longer attend so that we can give your place to another carer on the waiting list.

4 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk Complementary Therapies Enjoying a complementary therapy can help you relax and have some time just for you. Our sessions are open to male and females of all ages. Carers can have up to three sessions in a twelve month period, but availability is limited. In order to be fair, priority will be given to those who have not had a therapy before. If you have had sessions in the last twelve months you may initially be placed on a waiting list with appointments offered, subject to availability, nearer the time of the therapy. Please make the therapist aware if you have a medical condition. Please also note that therapies are not appropriate during the first twelve weeks of pregnancy.

Corsham On offer are: Indian Head Massage, Reflexology or Back & Neck Massage Venue: Equilibrium Natural Health Centre, 23 Leafield Way, Neston, , SN13 9RS Times: 10:00am – 2:00pm Dates: October 22, November 12, December 17, January 14, February 18, March 18

On offer are: Indian Head Massage, Reflexology or Back & Neck Massage Venue: Malmesbury Chiropractic Clinic, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, SN16 9BE Times: 50min/1hr appointments between 10:00am and 2:00pm Dates: October 19, November 9, December 15, January 11, February 15, March 15

A range of sessions are available including; Back and Shoulder Massage, Pewsey Aromatherapy Massage, Pedicure, Manicure and Facial. Please do not contact The Equilibrium Clinic to make bookings – contact CSW directly. Venue: The Equilibrium Clinic, Nursery Farm, Woodborough, Pewsey, SN9 5PF Times: Various available

www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk 5 Semington Homeopathy Venue: Carer Support Wiltshire, ILC, St George’s Road, Semington, BA14 6JQ Times: 9:30am-12:30pm Dates: October 26, November 23, December 21, January 25, February 22, March 22

Salisbury Appointments will be available for Back and Shoulder Massage, Pedicure, and Facials. Please do not contact Adorn Beauty Salon to make bookings – contact CSW directly. Venue: Adorn Beauty Salon, 18 North Street, Salisbury, SP2 7SG Times: Various times available

Semington Venue: Carer Support Wiltshire, ILC, St George’s Road, Semington, BA14 6JQ Times: 30 minute appointments between 9:30am and 4:00pm Dates and therapies: October 11 - A choice of aromatherapy, massage or reflexology November 8 - Manicures December 13 - A choice of aromatherapy, massage or reflexology January 10 - Pedicures February 14 - A choice of aromatherapy, massage or reflexology March 14 - Facials

Warminster Venue: Library, Three Horseshoes Walk, Warminster, BA12 9BT Times: 30 minute appointments between 10:00am and 1:00pm Dates and therapies: October 9 – Back Massage January 8 – Reflexology November 13 – Reflexology February 12 – Back Massage December 11 – Back Massage March 12 – Reflexology

6 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk Hobby Groups and Activities

Book Club If you enjoy reading a good book then this group is for you. Led by carers, it’s a great opportunity to take a break and enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Venue: The Wharf Tearooms, Couch Lane, Devizes SN10 1EB Time: 10:00am – 11:30am Dates: If you are interested please contact us for the next meeting date.

Creative Carers – Salisbury Explore your creative side with our friendly carer groups. No experience needed, just a desire to have fun! Venue: St Pauls Church, Fisherton Street, Salisbury, SP2 7QW Time: 11:00am-2:00pm (tea and coffee supplied but please bring your own lunch) Dates: October 8, November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, March 11

Knit and Natter

Join this friendly group to combine the two. Venue: Westbury Court Care Home Visit www.brighterkind.com/westburycourt for more information

www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk 7 Man Shed A fortnightly group for gentlemen and male carers of all ages. Venue: Westbury Court Care Home Visit: www.brighterkind.com/westburycourt for more information

Keep healthy, limber and alert with the Oomph! exercise classes

Westbury Court care home are holding exercise classes every week for residents and members of the public to attend. Suitable for people of all abilities including those with dementia. For more information, please call 01373 441 555. Time: 11.15am-11.45am and 11.45am-12.15pm Dates: Held every Monday and Friday

Trowbridge Over 50’s Saturday Social Every 3rd Saturday 9.20am-12.30am in the Tesco Trowbridge Community Room. Some transport can be arranged. Ring 01225 718608 for more info

Music Group for Carers Take a break with music. The Soundwell Music Therapy Trust are hosting music groups. For more info contact Kim on 07938 679667

Fun 4 All For monthly events, theatre visits and local outings. Visit their website for more info www.fun4all.org.uk or call them on 01249 654390

8 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk Carers Cafes Get out of the house, make new friends and enjoy a cuppa and a chat with other carers in relaxed, friendly surroundings. Come when you can and stay for as long, or as little as you like.

Calne Venue: The Lansdowne Strand Hotel, The Strand, SN11 0EH Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 24, November 28, January 23, February 27, March 27

Chippenham Venue: The Angel Hotel, 8 Market Place, Chippenham SN15 3HD Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 15, November 19, January 21, February 18, March 28

Corsham Venue: The Methuen Arms, High Street, Corsham, SN13 0HB Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 17, November 21, January 16, February 20, March 20

Devizes

Venue: The Bear Hotel, Market Place, Devizes SN10 1HS Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 3, November 7, December 5, January 2, February 6, March 6

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Venue: The Stonehenge Inn, 2 Stonehenge Road, Durrington, SP4 8BN Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Dates: October 10, November 14, January 9, February 13, March 13

Ludgershall

Venue: The Queen’s Head, High Street, Ludgershall, SP11 9PZ Time: 2:30pm - 4:00pm Dates: October 2, November 6, December 4, January 8, February 5, March 5

Malmesbury

Venue: café, St, Malmesbury SN16 9BA Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 25, November 22, January 24, February 21, March 21

Melksham

Venue: The Kings Arms, 20 Market Place, , SN12 6EX Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 4, November 1, January 3, February 7, March 7

Pewsey Venue: Pewsey Country Market, Bouverie Hall, North Street Car Park, Pewsey, SN9 5ES Time: 9:30am -11:00am Dates: October 23, November 27, January 22, February 26, March 26

10 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk Royal Wootton Bassett

Venue: The Angel Hotel, High Street, Royal Wootton Bassett SN4 7AQ Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 11, November 8, December 13, January 10, February 14, March 14

Salisbury

Venue: The Red Lion Hotel, Milford Street, Salisbury SP1 2AN Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 16, November 20, January 15, February 19, March 19

Salisbury Cathedral

Venue: The Refectory, The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EJ Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2

Salisbury Medical Practice (please note this is not a CSW carer café but a CSW volunteer is present) Venue: Salisbury Medical Practice, Fountain way, Salisbury SP2 7FD Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Date: 1st Tuesday of the month

Salisbury District Hospital – Carer Cafe and info point (please note this is not a CSW carer café but a CSW volunteer is present) Venue: Springs Restaurant, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Hospital, Salisbury. SP2 8BJ Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm Date: Every Thursday

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Venue: Beatons Tea Rooms, The Square, Tisbury SP3 6JP Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm Dates: October 16, November 20, December 18, January 15, February 19, March 19

Trowbridge

Venue: Palmer Gardens Cafe, Islington, Trowbridge BA14 8QJ Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Dates: O ctober 1, November 5, December 3, January 7, Febraury 4, March 4

Warminster

Venue: The Old Bell Inn, 42 Market Pl, Warminster BA12 9AN Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Dates: October 23, November 27, Janaury 22, February 26, March 26

Young Adult Carers Are you aged 18-25 caring for a friend or family member?

We can offer a whole range of activities to support you in your role and a chance to meet and talk to other young adult carers in a safe and friendly environment. This includes monthly cafes, 1:1 support, days out and much more. Special Events and workshops suggested by YAC’s are held throughout the year. Over the coming months we have a Cookery workshop and a Preparing for Employment workshop (with an international finance company) to look forward to. To find out more contact us on 0800 181 4118 or email: [email protected]

12 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk Support Groups These are monthly groups which are open to all carers. There is always a support worker on hand to help you and discuss any difficulties you may have.

Chippenham

Venue: Chippenham Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm Dates: October 4, November 1, December 6, January 3, February 7, March 7

Devizes Venue: The Bear Hotel, Market Place, Devizes, SN10 1HS Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm Dates: Tuesday 16th October - Devizes Men's Shed (open to any gender) Tuesday 20th November - Help and Care- how carers can have their say and influence service provision and strategy Tuesday 18th December - Swan Advocacy - the Living Well Plan project for people with memory loss Tuesday 15th January - Get Wiltshire Walking on opportunities to join walking groups in the area Tuesday 19th February - Wiltshire Parent Carer Council - support for parent carers Tuesday 19th March - The Independent Living Centre and their services

Malmesbury Venue: Swan Room, Riverside Community Centre, Gloucester Road, Malmesbury, SN16 9JS Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm Dates: October 30 Speaker - Debbie Rist (Carer Support Wiltshire) - Carers Assessments, November 27, December 18 (Festive), January 29, February 26, March 26

www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk 13 Salisbury Venue: Clifton Room, Church Centre, St Paul’s Church, Fisherton Street, Salisbury, SP2 7QW (Unless specified) Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm Dates: October 31 (The Hub, Church Centre) November 28 (Room 3, SP2) December 19 (The Hub, Church Centre) January 30, February 27, March 27

Trowbridge Venue: Palmer Gardens Centre, Islington, Trowbridge, BA14 8QJ Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Dates: October 17 - Maria Keel, Community Commissioner for Carers November 21 - Katie Smith, Health Trainer December 19 - Emma Dowie, Swan Advocacy January 16 - from Age UK February 20 - Debbie Rist, Carers Assessment Co-Ordinator March 20 - Jo Clements, Batt Broadbent Solicitors – Powers of Attorney

Warminster Venue: The Old Bell Inn, 42 Market Pl, Warminster, BA12 9AN Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Dates: October 9 – Ann Orr – Legal talk November 13 – John Truss to talk about the services of Age UK Wiltshire December 11 – Christina Bosley to advise on Mindfulness January 8 – Debbie Rist to talk about Carers Assessments February 12 + March 12 – tbc

14 www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk www.carersinwiltshire.co.uk Parent Carer Groups Support groups for people who are caring for a child or young adult. Come along to share useful information and experiences with other parent carers.

Trowbridge Venue: Palmer Gardens Centre, Islington, Trowbridge, BA14 8QJ Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Dates: November 13 – Mindfulness taster session with Mindful Education, January 8 - speaker from Healthwatch, March 12

Westbury This is an independent parent carer group and does not have a CSW support worker present. For more information please email: [email protected] Mental Health Carer Groups Are you caring for someone who has mental health problems? These support groups offer advice and support in a friendly, safe environment.

Devizes (Wiltshire Mind Group)

Venue: The Bear Hotel, Market Place, Devizes SN10 1HS Time: 10:30 – 12:30pm Dates: October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 12

Chippenham (Wiltshire Mind Group)

Venue: Chippenham Methodist Church, Audley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0DU Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm Dates: October 10, November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 13

www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk 15 Volunteer Volunteering is a great way to meet new people and learn new skills to add to your CV. It’s an opportunity to share your knowledge and experience, be part of a friendly team making a difference, and it’s fun too! Whether it’s a few hours a week, or a day here and there, the time you give really does matter. Contact Lindsey Millen on 0800 181 4118

Free training and education Our carer training and education programme offers FREE courses that will help to support you in your caring role, as well as equip you with new skills for the future. Visit our website to download a full programme or contact Steve Rose on 0800 181 4118.

Computer Skills Course In early 2019 we will be running sessions for carers in Westbury and Melksham to learn basic computer skills. Venues and dates to be confirmed. Please contact Carer Support Wiltshire to register your interest. These courses are funded by Melksham Local Area Board and Westbury Local Area Board.

You can contact CSW on Freephone: 0800 181 4118 Visit: www.carersupportwiltshire.co.uk

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