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Cover Photo: Pride of Craigavon: Mayor Colin McCusker presents the Community Excellence Large Group Award to Andrea Heads & John McGuinness of ABC Community Network. Page

3. Editorial 3. Learning & Development 4. Drumellan’s Housing Hero ABC Community Network 22 Church Street 5. 25 Years of Cane & Able County 6. Oil Club BT62 3LQ 7. Memories of George Thompson 028 3839 2777 [email protected] 8. Pride of Craigavon 2015 www.abccommunitynetwork.com 11. ABC Members Events facebook.com/ABCCommNetwork twitter.com/ABCCommNetwork 12. Housing Support for Older People

Spring 2015 14. Promoting Wellbeing Training 15. Other News Network News Spring 15 3 Editorial

Here at ABC Community Network we’re feeling experience in completing online applications. pretty pleased with ourselves! On a starry night We hope you find the information contained in this in March - and up against fierce competition! - we issue helpful. In particular, please have a look at the were presented with Craigavon Borough Council’s back cover – Advice NI offers a free, confidential debt Community Excellence Award for Large Groups. service here at ABC offices, helping those who are Please see pages 8-10 for details of all the winners in debt. However, if you or someone you know is in and runners-up and a report on the flavour of the danger of getting into debt, Advice NI can help too. night. Of course, Network News wouldn’t be Network News Also in this issue is a fantastic tribute to Bernie Burns without all the contributions from our members, so of Drumellan Community Association who picked up thanks to all of you who sent us articles and photos the Housing Hero award from the Chartered Institute for this issue. We’re always amazed at the range of of Housing at a glittering ceremony in . We’re activities our member groups offer, and it’s particularly so lucky to have someone like Bernie working in the good to hear from newly formed groups. community sector and send her our warmest wishes on her success. In the next issue, there will be some exciting news about the launch of our Community Radio …… we Congratulations to all of our members who have can’t wait! successfully applied for funding during recent months. We know how challenging the process can be so Marian and Andrea, Guest Editors remember that we’re here to assist you in any way we (John McGuinness is away) can, particularly those groups who have no or little Learning & Development

Information Technology seems to have been high exercises to suit each person’s abilities. on the training agenda for the past few weeks. Once again, we were able to hold a Child Protection course Bannside Community Group has continued with here at ABC offices during March and April – a huge thank its IT for Beginners on Thursday mornings, surfing you to Alexandra Irwin at Community Sector Training for all the ‘Net for information from insurance prices, to her hard work to organise these very popular courses and how much it costs to book a cottage in Donegal, many congratulations to all those who successfully passed with flying colours! to finding school photos from the 1960s. It’s a very informal class so if you’d like to have a try, Inspiring Impact – the please contact Ann Dunbar at Bannside on programme that helps 38339916. your group plan to help more people – is still Two IPAD taster classes took place at ’s Diamond running and new groups Senior Citizen’s Club earlier this month, with nearly 20 are always welcome. Your group will be guided people swiping and tapping away on IPAD screens. There through a questionnaire that can be used for planning was much laughter as the group took photos of each other while others were fascinated by being able to “virtually” future activities to ensure you have the greatest walk along streets in Paris or New York. The whole group impact, and given access to lots of evaluation tools to did very well indeed, and it’s hoped to have further sessions help measure success. in the autumn. Please contact Andrea to chat about what’s Three Yoga taster sessions also went down very well in involved. March as we gently stretched and breathed our way to inner calm with our lovely tutor, Michelle, who guided us through 4 Network News Spring 15

Housing Hero Bernie wins prestigious award for her dedication to Drumellan Bernie Burns from Drumellan Community to mass dereliction but Bernie and her committee gradually gained the respect from statutory bodies who in partnership Association recently received the accolade developed an Estate Based Strategy. Burnt out homes “Housing Hero” at the Chartered Institute were demolished (approx. 160) , improvement schemes of Housing’s Annual Housing Awards. introduced , estate renamed and so commenced the turnaround. Today Drumellan is a lovely stable estate with The event, now in its sixth year, was sponsored by the few turnovers and healthy waiting list. Housing Executive (NIHE) aiming to What the Estate Based Strategy highlighted was the need showcase excellence and innovation and recognise the not only to improve the physical environment but equally housing professionals and organisations really making a important the need to provide much needed services for the difference in their communities. community...more than just bricks and mortar! Bernie Burns has been the lifeblood of the community in Today with Bernie at the helm Drumellan Community Drumellan (formerly Edenbeg) and despite many setbacks Association has leased Housing Executive properties to she has worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions run projects. A Children and Young Peoples Centre with a for all residents. She has dedicated a major part of her life Breakfast Club & Afterschools Club and the Family Learning to being the respected voice of her community, and despite Complex which provides an opportunity for accredited being one of the most humble people you could meet, she and recreational classes in a friendly and welcoming has a fierce determination and a highly charged sense of environment. social justice. Bernie has embraced other cultures with open arms Bernie became a stalwart member of the community group and was instrumental in helping the Polish Community in the 1970’s, and even when things were extremely difficult, establish a vibrant school which operates every Saturday Bernie’s determination to improve the living conditions from the Family Learning Centre. In addition links have and environment never waned. Edenbeg was subjected to also been forged with the Muslim, Chinese and Travelling a prolonged period of serious antisocial behaviour that led Communities. Network News Spring 15 5 25 Years Celebration for Cane & Able!

The Cane and Able Club recently celebrated THE CANE AND ABLE CLUB their 25th Anniversary at a special lunch We’re here today for a celebration, Of 25 Years since this club’s formation, with the Mayor at the Civic Centre. Sports for VIPs is this clubs aim, With fun and friendship through many a game. It was well attended by past and present members including representatives of the McCann Trust, Deane Houston, Chief Over the years we’ve had use of the gym, Executive of the Blind Centre and representatives from the Played boccia and beetle, perhaps had a swim, RNIB. Tried archery, aerobics, ten pin bowls, New age curling, putting and indoor bowls. The Cane and Able club is a group of visually impaired In the leisure room is the long green mat, people who meet every Tuesday at Cascades Leisure centre Coloured bowls and the “jack” we’re aming at, in Portadown. With the assistance of their dedicated We’re put into teams, one yellow, one red, volunteers they play indoor bowls, boccia, new age curling, To win a trophy is then in each head. putting, ten pin bowling, archery, board games and table The first on the mat just misses the “jack”, quizzes. Another one bowls. Yes! He’s got the knack, Deane Houston spoke about the formation of the club 25 A third one bowls without any sight, years ago to address the need for a social outlet for the “Looks good, looks good, augh its off on the right.” visually impaired, and pointed out that the need still exists When doing archery to Brownlow we go, today. John Fogarty one of the founder members spoke With one arm out straight, firm grip on the bow, about his sight loss, subsequently regaining his vision and String back to the nose till told to shoot, his work as rehabilitation officer at Cherrytrees, outlining the Then wait to hear where the arrow’s been put. positive change in attitude towards the visually impaired. So it continues while we all try, Danny McSherry and Russell Lucas from the RNIB, both With careful aim to get a “Bull’s Eye”, “Add up the numbers - what score have you got?” stressed the importance of a club like Cane and Able offering Brings back memories of the “Golden Shot.” support and friendship to those who have lost their sight. While playing Putting, we’re off to Silverwood, Music was provided by students from Portadown College, Perhaps you’re wondering how a blind person could? with James Cunningham on Piano, Sarah McAlpine on Harp, Well the sighted guide “putts” first you see, Joe McGeown on guitar, Samuel Kane and Amy Boyce on Then moves to the hole and shouts “Aim for me.” violin and Myfamwy Carville as compere. If ten pin bowls be the theme for the day, If you wish to join the club as a visually impaired member Over to Centrepoint we make our way. or as a sighted volunteer you are more than welcome, and Hearing ten pins fall is a sound we like, should contact the Sensory Disability Team 028 38394088. Means a good high score ‘cause we’ve got a “strike.” As well as these games, you may think we’re daft, But we have been known to partake in craft, We made little boxes, put in a big sweet, Oh, weren’t we popular with our Valentine’s treat! This is a glimpse through 25 years, Couldn’t have done it without volunteers, So thanks to you all for the difference youve made, Remember! If life throws you a lemon... “Make Lemonade!”

Chairperson Margaret Davidson recites her specially written poem for the occasion 6 Network News Spring 15 Cheaper Home Heating Oil for rural residents within 5 miles of Scotch Street, Portadown Richmount Oil Club has recently been established. The objective of the Club is basically to group orders and get a cheaper price for oil. Bryson Energy, with funding from the Housing Executive, will be helping the Club with the administration for the first number of years. Joe Garvey, Chairman Richmount Oil Club explains how the process can help people in the club’s designated area to get cheaper home heating oil. “The oil club is a unique way to buy our heating oil together and enjoy the savings and benefits this provides.” How it Works Members place their order with the oil club. Orders must be placed by a specific date each month. Participating oil suppliers are contacted and the best price is negotiated for the bulk order. Members are advised of the estimated delivery times. What are the Benefits? It is free to join and by making the most of bulk buying we can make savings and pass them onto our members. We can get convenient, reliable oil deliveries, saving you time, effort and money comparing oil quotes from various oil suppliers. The club does not charge for this service. The environment benefits too! Every time a tanker makes a delivery it uses a lot of fuel; a full tanker can get as little as 8 miles per gallon. If deliveries are organised so that one tanker delivers to several customers in the same area instead of making lots of individual deliveries back and forth, the tanker’s fuel consumption is reduced. How much can you save? Similar schemes in Northern Ireland are saving members between 3 and 6 pence per litre. Payment? The oil will be delivered on an agreed date. The members will be responsible for paying the oil supplier by your agreement payment method i.e. Cash, Debit card etc.” The designated area? The Richmount oil club welcomes members from the rural area West of Portadown which is roughly within 4 to 5 Miles of Scotch Street and includes Moy Road, Farlough , Derrymacfall/Derryanville/Drumcree Roads and price. Road and Redlion/ Road together with the villages and settlements of Birches, Maghery, Annaghmore , It is free to join the club and you can pick up an information , Eglish/ and Diamond Grange, leaflet/application any Thursday from 9.30am to 4.40pm at the Richmount Centre, 2 Derrylettiff Road, Portadown BT62 It has a distinct advantage for people ordering smaller 1QU. You can also download an application form from the quantities of oil as they will get the oil for the same price Community Association’s website: as the larger fills. But even those ordering larger quantities www.richmountrca.btck.co.uk or call Joe Garvey on should see a reduction. 07934186635 or email [email protected] In terms of budgeting, therefore, people who do not wish For Further Information please contact: to pay a considerable sum for a large fill can order smaller Bryson Energy on Freephone 0800 1442 867 quantities more frequently and spread the cost but with the Mobile: 07939843716 or email: [email protected] prediction that they will be getting the oil at the optimum Network News Spring 15 7

Thankyou from India - In memory of George

Our colleague, George Thompson, who passed away and medical care, and skills training to encourage the last December, was remembered at a special coffee development of social economy businesses. morning organised by the Promoting Wellbeing Team at Brownlow Health Centre in February, where friends Donations collected at the Coffee Morning, and from and colleagues gathered to celebrate his life. those unable to attend on the day, amounted to almost £3,000 which has been sent to SISP to help George was so generous with his time, expertise and support the work. The photos here show the esteem knowledge within our own community and voluntary that George was held in by those in Kerala and at sector, but there may be some of you unaware that SISP. While everyone at SISP will miss him greatly, we George and his wife, Blanche, volunteered at and know that the impact he made during the happy times supported the SISP charity in India. Based in Kerala, George spent in his beloved India will be remembered SISP (Sebastian Indian Social Projects) is a small charity by all those he helped. that supports local families with free education, social 8 Network News Spring 15

Community Groups shine at Pride of Craigavon Awards 2015!!

Over 130 community representatives and ABC’s Director, John McGuinness was proud dignitaries descended on Craigavon Civic to collect the first award of the night as ABC and Conference Centre in March for the Community Network received the Community Excellence Large Group Award. second ‘Pride of Craigavon’ Awards. An extra Award marking the end of Craigavon Borough Organised by Craigavon Borough Council and Council was also included this year – the ALMAC Pride of part funded by the Department for Social Craigavon Legacy Award – and this was won by Scotch Development, the prestigious awards ceremony Street Youth Club. recognised and celebrated the outstanding work Guests on the night included the Mayor of Craigavon and dedication of community groups across the Councillor Colin McCusker, Minister for Social Development Borough of Craigavon. Mervyn Storey, Chair of the Development Committee Councillor Mark Baxter and MP David Simpson. Fifty five nominations were put forward by Social Development Minister, Mervyn Storey MLA, said: “I am community groups for the ten award categories pleased to join Craigavon Borough Council and its partners to and we’re delighted to report that many of the recognise the efforts and achievements of local people who category winners and runners up are members of selflessly dedicate their time and abilities to helping others.” ABC Community Network! Network News Spring 15 9

Community Groups shine at Pride of Craigavon Awards 2015!!

Winners: • Award 5 - Runner up – Mourneview and Grey Estates Award 1: Community Excellence Large Group Award Community Association • Award 1 - Winner – ABC Community Network Award 6: Best Creative Community Initiative • Award 1 - Runner up – Community Intercultural • Award 6 - Winner – Writers Programme • Award 6 - Runner up – Richmount Rural Community Award 2: Community Excellence Small Group Award Association • Award 2 - Winner – Westacres Community Association Award 7: Good Relations Excellence • Award 2 - Runner up – Brownstown Owners and Tenants • Award 7 - Winner – Scotch Street Youth Club Association (BOATA) • Award 7 - Runner up – Community Intercultural Award 3: Best Community Newcomer Award Programme • Award 3 - Winner – SPARK (alternative youth club in Award 8: Safer Craigavon Award Lismore) • Award 8 - Winner – Youth Engagement Partnership • Award 3 - Runner up – Shalom Prayer Group • Award 8 - Runner up – Waringstown Neighbourhood Award 4: Age Sector Community Excellence Watch • Award 4 - Winner – Richmount Rural Community Award 9: Environmental Excellence Association • Award 9 - Winner – Victoria Street and Surrounding • Award 4 - Runner up – Birches Cosy Club Area Action Group Award 5: Best Community Event • Award 9 - Runner up – Birches Rural Action Group • Award 5 – Joint Winner 1 – Country Comes to Town Award 10: ALMAC Pride of Craigavon Legacy Award • Award 5 – Joint Winner 2 – Donaghcloney Rural Needs • Almac Legacy - Winner – Scotch Street Youth Club Development Group 10 Network News Spring 15

“This was a fantastic night and what a pleasure to be able to host an evening like this to champion all the invaluable work which is taking place throughout the Borough by our dedicated community groups. I would like to congratulate all the winners and all of the nominees for the tremendous work they carry out every day. Mayor of Craigavon, Councillor” Colin McCusker.

“ We were delighted to be part of this great event and even more so to be sponsoring the new, special legacy category. Community groups work tirelessly for their fellows and, as part of this community, we are proud to show our support and recognition for their fantastic work. Almac Group’s CEO, Alan Armstrong ”

“ The Pride of Craigavon was a wonderful opportunity for Moy Park to champion all the good work taking place throughout our Borough. We were very pleased to be able to endorse these Awards and help to give the worthy recipients the recognition they deserve. Mike Mullan, HR Director” Europe, Moy Park

Photos from Top: Mayor Colin McCusker presents Stephen Smith of CIP with the runner up award for Community Excellence Large Group. Almac Pride of Craigavon Legacy Award presented by Kerry Lyle to Geraldine Lawless and Jenni Mason of Scotch Street Youth Club. Brian Moreland of Moy Park presents Joe Garvey of Richmount Rural Community Association with the Age Sector Community Award. Network News Spring 15 11 ABC Members’ Showcase!

ABC Community Network has helped part in a reminicense outing to the Ulster Folk and many groups to secure funding for many Transport Museum. Pictured below, Mary Morgan and Julie McCullough with the Banbridge bus. different activities, projects, training, educational outings and social events. Redrock Tuesday Club is a seniors club in the rural area of Redrock near Armagh. The members meet up regularly for activites and social evenings which foster a sense of community spirit and help older people to feel less isolated. One of the activities Redrock Tuesday Club held was a very sucessful Burns night supper in February where members of the community enjoyed a great night of celebration. Pictured is 11 year old Rachel Lowery demonstrating the art of the drum major, while (below) Linsay Eason addresses the haggis.

By the Fire Engine are Liz, Juliette, Margaret and Anna.

The Banbridge POSY Club (People Of Senior Years) is an Over 60’s Club from the Banbridge area which meets regularly. Its main aim is to provide a social focus for older people and combat loneliness and isolation among the over 60’s. ABC has helped the club to find funding for numerous activities. Pictured are the group members taking 12 Network News Spring 15

based health and social care staff or any other agency working with older people. Mayor of Dungannon and South Tyrone Borough Council, Councillor Sean McGuigan, who recently launched the Fifty older people across Armagh and expanded service at Ranfurly House in Dungannon said: Dungannon are set to benefit “There’s no place like home, for many from the newly formed older people just a little support means Housing Support for Older “There’s no place that they can remain at home in familiar surroundings and most importantly People (HSOP) project across like home, for many where they want to be. I welcome the region. older people just a the HSOP scheme and encourage local people to avail of the services on offer.” The project, provided by Belfast little support means Central Mission (BCM) and funded that they can remain Brian Burns, Director of BCM said: by the Housing Executive, helps at home in familiar “Since the start of the Housing Support older people live independently for Older People project in Belfast in 2007 surroundings and most we have helped nearly 400 older people in their own homes by offering importantly where they to live independently in their own homes. services such as practical The expansion of the project into Armagh measures to increase safety and want to be. I welcome and Dungannon will see up to 50 older security, emotional support and the HSOP scheme and people at any one time benefit from this help with maintaining tenancies. encourage local people service right across the region. The service, previously only covering the to avail of the services “With all the recent negative news about the impact on the elderly in relation to Belfast area, will be extended to cover on offer.” Armagh and Dungannon, helping up to care home provision, this is a timely and 50 older people by providing individual Mayor Sean McGuigan necessary expansion so that we can support for up to two years. help those over 60 years of age to live full and independent lives in familiar To access the service older people or their surroundings. families can contact the project directly. A referral can also be made by any community or hospital “As a charity, BCM has been supporting people across Network News Spring 15 13 Belfast Central Mission now working in Armagh & Dungannon Northern Ireland for 125 years and will continue to do so, “Research tells us that most older people particularly those most vulnerable in society. We want to continue to help people in need and have plans in place want to remain independent in their own to further develop our services for older people, including homes for as long as possible. Indeed building Copelands, Dementia and Nursing Care in County helping people to live as independently Down, which will provide market leading care for those living with dementia. as possible in their own homes is at the “BCM’s Housing Support project is a great example of core of the Housing Executive’s work. how we as a third sector organisation are taking practical By working in partnership with Belfast steps to progress the Transforming Your Care agenda from government in relation to older people”. Central Mission, and other voluntary organisations, we can help supply the The Housing Executive’s Mary McDonnell, who spoke at the launch, welcomed the new service commenting: extra help to people in their own homes “The Housing Executive is delighted to fund this project to achieve this goal.” in Armagh and Dungannon through our Supporting People Programme on behalf of the Department for Social Mary McDonnell, NIHE Development (DSD). Further information on the service is available from Project “Research tells us that most older people want to remain Manager Leona Larkham on 028 8775 0175 or by emailing independent in their own homes for as long as possible. [email protected]. Indeed helping people to live as independently as possible www.belfastcentralmission.org/ in their own homes is at the core of the Housing Executive’s work. By working in partnership with Belfast Central Mission, and other voluntary organisations, we can help supply the extra help to people in their own homes to achieve this goal.” 14 Network News Spring 15

Walk Leader Training Promoting Wellbeing Aim of Course: • To train adults to lead health walks in their Training 2015 community or workplace. Who should attend? • Adults who can deliver a walking programme on Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training behalf of their community/group/workplace/clients. (ASIST) This can include settings such as education, health, councils, statutory/voluntary organisations and Most people considering suicide signal their distress groups. and their intent. Training can help us see and respond • Learning Objectives: to these invitations to help. It can provide the • To understand the health benefits of walking confidence to ask about suicide if we are concerned • To motivate inactive people to participate in health about someone’s safety. It can provide us with the walks tools to help prevent the immediate risk of suicide. • To develop walking for health programmes The interactive programme includes teaching, discussion, videos and skills practice. • To plan and assess walking routes Participants on this training often include: Please note this is a basic level course which promotes • People concerned about family or friends health walks specifically. All participants will be • Counsellors, teachers and ministers expected to be active as Walk Leaders within three • Workers in health, welfare or justice months of attendance. • Community workers Date: 17 September 2015 • Emergency service workers Venue: PWB, St. Luke’s Armagh • Mental Health practitioners Duration: 1 Day Dates: 11 and 12 June 2015 Times: 10.00 am – 3.30 pm Venue: Clinical Education Centre, Craigavon (Beeches) Duration: 2 Days (full attendance) Older People – Safety in the Home Times: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm Those involved with the care of older people, from health professionals and housing officers through Mental Health First Aid to home carers and community workers. Statutory Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help given to organisations, community and voluntary groups can all someone experiencing a mental health problem before help to reduce the numbers and seriousness of home professional help is obtained. The aims of Mental accidents. Health First Aid are: • Course content includes: • Behavioural & environmental causes of home Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is appropriate for accidents anyone from a voluntary or professional background • How the ageing process increases the risk of home who comes into contact with the general public and accidents is interested in learning more about mental health • Effective methods of accident reduction problems, how it impacts on individuals and how best • Risk assessment in a home context to provide support. • Qualification and Certification Dates: 17 and 18 June 2015 All delegates will receive a RoSPA certificate of Venue: Navan Room, St Luke’s Hospital, Armagh training on completion of the one-day course. This Duration: 2 Days (attendance on both days essential) course qualifies for CPD (Continuing Professional Times: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm Development) points, if applicable. Date: 8 September 2015 Venue: Lecture Theatre, Southern Trust HQ Armagh Cycle Leader (CTC Road Ride Manager) Times: 9.30 am—4.30 pm For adults who can deliver cycling programmes on behalf of their community/group/workplace or clients. Includes settings such as education, health, councils, statutory/voluntary groups. Client/group age range is 13+. For further information contact: Essential Criteria - Applicants: Mairead Casey Must be over 18 years ,of good health, confident Promoting Wellbeing Training Co-ordinator cyclist, good communications skills and confidence to Promoting Wellbeing Team work with groups. Southern Health & Social Care Trust 17th & 18th September St Luke’s Site, 71 Loughgall Road Date: Armagh, BT61 7NQ Venue: Portadown Health Centre Duration: 2 full days essential T: 028 3741 2406 Time: 9.30 am – 4.00 pm [email protected] http://www.southerntrust.hscni.net/124.htm Network News Spring 15 15

to pay for their TV Licence in one go, which is why there is a range of ways to spread the cost, including monthly Direct Debit, which can be set up very quickly online or over the phone. There is a Payment Card, which allows people to spread the cost of their licence weekly, fortnightly or monthly. Payment Card users can make payments online, by Did you know that you can be fined up to £1,000 if phone, by text message or at one of almost 22,000 PayPoint you are caught watching TV without a licence? outlets across the country. TV Licensing is working with ABC Community TV Licensing is doing all it can to reach out to everyone in the community to make it as simple as possible for them to Network to ensure that people are aware of get a TV Licence. In order to help people who do not have the circumstances when they have a legal English as a first language, TV Licensing provides leaflets in responsibility to have a TV Licence. Put simply, 18 different languages, 16 languages on its website and a you need to be covered by a valid TV Licence to telephone translation service in over 180 languages. receive or record television programmes as they There are also a number of concessions available – for are shown on television. example people who are aged 75 or over are entitled to a free TV Licence that will cover their household, and people TV Licensing enforces the licence fee on behalf of the vast who are registered blind or severely sight impaired are majority of people who pay for their TV Licence. This is the entitled to a 50% reduction in the TV Licence fee. case whether you are receiving the programmes via TV or any other device, such as a mobile phone or a PC. If you would like more information, or want to buy a TV Licence, please call 0300 790 6112 or visit www.tvlicensing. TV Licensing recognises that some people can find it difficult co.uk.

Carers Matter relocates to new office premises Our new address is:- Mount Zion House Edward St Craigavon BT66 6DB Telephone helpline - 0284 0627 581 Our telephone helpline has not changed and will remain the same as before New team update: For carers, health professionals and organisations wishing to make a referral or for general enquiries please note the contact list below Please contact the relevant team member for your area:-

For further clarification, please do not The CBVB recently had a coffee morning at the hesitate to contact Patricia Jordan, Legahory centre in Brownlow. Along with the Manager, Carers Matter on 07920 407564 coffee morning there was a sale of local artists or alternatively email: works that had been donated, this raised a [email protected] total of £350.00. The money is going to help a volunteer to travel to a Kenyan to volunteer with a local orphanage.