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Winchester Area Community Action (WACA) has collated this Directory for Over 55’s.

WACA provides information and support for voluntary and community groups whilst supporting and promoting models of best practice and developing services to meet community needs.

Although the information provided in this directory is believed to be accurate at the time of going to press in January 2011 no responsibility can be taken for that information as it is subject to change.

The voluntary and community groups and local activities listed in this directory are not subject to inspection and therefore users should use their discretion when accessing the services listed.

Winchester Over 55’s Forum

The Winchester District Over 55’s Forum is an independent organisation run by local volunteers whose aim is to give a collective voice to older people:  To influence decision makers on matters that impact on the daily lives of people aged over 55.  To help to combat disadvantage amongst older people and provide a platform where older people can speak about the issues that affect their health and well being.

The Forum responds to local consultations on matters that affect older people. The Forum meets monthly and welcomes new members and enquiries. It offers a varied program of activities including a range of information events.

For more details please read the Forum section. e.Volve

Hampshire and the Isle of Wight benefit from the work and activities of a rich variety of voluntary and community organisations. There are thousands of groups and individuals contributing to giving their communities a better quality of life. But how can you find out about them? e.VOLve is a database of voluntary and community organisations serving Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The groups marked with (E) are listed on eVOLve. If you wish to join them then visit the website at: http://www.e.volve.org.uk/

Index

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Local Groups and Activities  Headbourne Worthy and Kings Worthy 3 - 5  Littleton 5 - 7  Micheldever and Micheldever Station 8 - 9  South Wonston 9 - 10  Sutton Scotney 10 -

Useful Local Resources  Luncheon Clubs, Tea and Social Groups 12 - 15  Good Neighbour Support groups 15 - 17  Forums 18  Support Groups 19 - 22  Practical Support and Advice 23 - 24

Local Area Groups and Activities

Headbourne Worthy and Kings Worthy

St Mary’s Church Hall London Road, Kings Worthy, Winchester, SO23 7QL.

Kings Worthy Handbells (Tuesday, 2:00pm – 4:00pm)

For more information please contact Pam Southworth on 01962 856198.

Active for Life – Keep Fit for over 50’s class Mondays 5:15pm to 6:15pm

For more information please contact Mrs Brenda Peat 01962 620766 or Mrs Margaret Brown 01962 885331.

(E) Jubilee Hall London Road, Kings Worthy (opposite the Volvo garage, near the church)

The Worthy Players The group meets every Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 7:30pm. The Worthy Players is the amateur drama group for "the Worthies" – Kings Worthy, Headbourne Worthy, Abbots Worthy and Martyr Worthy. Formed originally by members of the local Women’s Institute in 1974, the group has since performed over 100 shows, including drama, comedy, pantomime, variety and old time music hall. Their membership is made up of members of all ages, many of whom come from much further afield than the Worthies – they are open to all newcomers.

For more information telephone 01962 880025.

(E) Kings Worthy Community Centre Location: Lionel Tubbs Hall, Fraser Road, Kings Worthy, SO23 7PJ. http://www.tubbshall.org.uk/

The Worthies Womens' Institute The W.I Meets at 2pm on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month except August at the Lionel Tubbs Hall. Activities include – Knit ‘n Natter, Walking, Reading Group, Scrabble, Handbells as well as visits to the theatre and a regular Lunch Club.

For more information contact Mrs Vera Hogg 01962 865317.

Adult Jazz / Modern Dancing Class Tuesday 7pm to 9pm

For more information contact Mrs Claire Goodwin 01962 881288 .

Adult Sewing Classes With the ACE Centre, Thursday 10:15 am to 2:45 pm

For more information please contact Marilyn Taylor on 01962 886166. Website www.psc.ac.uk/ace

Friday Coffee Drop-in: (run by the Centre) Time: 10:30am until 12:00 pm first Friday of every month. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cakes available at reasonable prices, with plenty of chatter and a choice of up to date books from the paperback book exchange. All are welcome! Just turn up.

(E) Wonston and Worthy Camera Club Location: St Mary’s Hall, Fraser Rd, Springvale, Kings Worthy, SO23 7PJ. The Club meets on alternate Thursday evenings at 7:45 pm from September to April. Activities include lectures given by experts in their field, outings to venues of photographic interest, tuition in the use of photographic equipment, advice and competition evenings.

For more information please contact the Secretary Carol Richardson on 01962 884070 or the chairman John Biddlecombe on 01962 881503. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.wandwcc.co.uk

The Royal British Legion – Kings Worthy Branch Meet at Worthies Sports & Social Club, Loader Close, Kings Worthy, SO23 7NJ Mens Section The group meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 8pm, except July, August and December.

For more information contact: Mr Tony Dowland (Treasurer) 01962 881874. Email: [email protected].

Women’s Section The Women’s Section aims to help the widows and dependents of ex-servicemen and woman of all conflicts, while having social evenings for its members.

For more information please contact: Mrs. K Ralph 01962 852160 Website: http://hampshire.britishlegion.org.uk/.

Chair Seating and Basketry classes

There are 6 hours worth of classes a week offering lessons in all forms of chair seating, some rush and willow basketry and rush hats.

For more information Telephone Mrs Gray 01962 881387 email: [email protected].

Website http://www.basketassoc.org/register/maker.php?maker=96

For more details about any of the activities that may be subject to change please visit. http://www.theworthys.org.uk/

Littleton

Littleton Bowling Club The Club enters teams in the Southampton all District Ladies’ and Men’s Leagues and in the Whitchurch League (Mixed) – a number of their members also play at County level. Club sessions are mainly random drawn triples which are held on Monday evenings at 6:00 pm (6:30pm in June and July) and on Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 pm. The green is open to members for informal roll-ups. Club competitions and matches are played seven days per week from 11:00 am until dusk during the outdoor season lasting from late April until mid September.

For more information please telephone the secretary, Mr Brian Baxendale, on 01962 886778. Email [email protected].

Littleton and West Hill Cricket Club The Club aims to provide friendly, sociable cricket and allow members of the Parish to play the game, either at a high level, or just to enjoy a relaxing friendly fixture ground Venue: Littleton Recreation Ground, The Hall Way, Littleton, near Winchester SO22 6QL.

For more information please telephone 07785 258789 Email [email protected] Website: http://www.littletoncc.net/.

(E) Croquet Club Littleton Recreation Ground, The Hallway, Main Road, Littleton The aim of the group is to encourage people to take gentle exercise via the game of croquet, and to join in the social activities. Wheelchair users can spectate, however unfortunately the lawns are not able to accommodate wheelchairs. The Club offers coaching and if needed a person is available to teach the basics of croquet. The current membership subscription is £57 for the season. Times: Daylight hours each day. Mix-ins: Mon 2.00pm, Weds 5.45pm and Sat 2.00pm

For further information please telephone: 01962 885218.

Littleton Millennium Memorial Hall The Hall Way, Littleton, SO22 6QL http://www.littletonvillagehall.hampshire.org.uk/index.htm

The Hall hosts many different activities as follows

(E) Littleton and Harestock Women's Institute This is on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm. Our longstanding friendly group now has almost 60 members and we meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the Hall. For further details of our monthly speakers please visit their website www.hampshirewi.org.uk. Members participate regularly in activities organised by the County and the Winchester Group. We also organise outings to places of interest and visits to the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton to see Operas and Ballets. Our craft, Scrabble and Mah-jongg groups meet regularly in members’ homes and the Drama group entertains us during the year. There is also a small walking group which usually plans to finish with a pub lunch! We always welcome new members so just come along to one of our meetings and introduce yourself.

For more information please contact Jenny Semple telephone on 01962 884881 or email [email protected].

Yoga Classes Tuesday evenings, 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm at Littleton Millennium Memorial Hall Aimed at all ages, ability and gender led by a qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher who can adjust postures to suit individual needs.

For more information please contact Iris Lee on 02380 61 6505 or by email: [email protected].

Littleton and Harestock Gardening Club A friendly and informative society which was formed in 1992 for new and experienced gardeners which takes place on the third Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. The society now has a membership of about 100. For a small membership fee (all are welcome to join) members can gain the following benefits:

Monthly informative meetings, visits to local and national gardens, free gardening advice and the chance to meet fellow gardeners!

For more information please contact the Secretary on 01962 883660.

(E) All Saints Flower Arranging Society A small and friendly group with activities including demonstrations and talks by experts, members’ workshops and visits to flower shows and local gardens which takes place at 7:00 pm on the last Thursday of every month. New members and visitors are welcome.

For more information please telephone 01962 881426.

Aerobics and Over 50s Exercise Class Hi/Low Aerobics and Body Tone. Easy to follow, two levels, suitable for all levels of fitness. Fridays 2 – 3 pm No need to book, pay as you go £3.50

Fit 'n' Fun for the Over 50s Class Come and improve your flexibility and fitness in this friendly class. Fridays 1 pm – 1:45 pm. No need to book, pay as you go £3.00. NCFE qualified instructor.

For more information please contact Sarah Bartlett 882879

(E) Littleton Local History Group Activities include meetings with speakers on various topics of historic significance; village walks; contacts with other history groups; field walking; visits to local and national record offices; mounting exhibitions and the publishing of pamphlets and booklets. New members are always welcome.

For more information please telephone 01962 880316.

New Hall Players This local group meets regularly for play readings and production rehearsals for a variety of plays. Anyone who is interested in amateur productions whether it be acting, directing, technical support, front of house or set-making will be very welcome. The group welcomes new members in any capacity. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm.

For more information please contact Daphne Poupart on 882878 or email [email protected]

Littleton Art Group Tuesdays 7pm – 9pm in the St Catherine’s Church (Church Room) Church Lane, Littleton, SO22 6QY (outdoors in summer) They cover a range of activities including drawing, water colours and pastels.

For more information please telephone 01962 883481

For more details about any of the activities which are subject to change please visit: http://www.littletonandharestock.hampshire.org.uk/local_groups.htm or http://www.littletonandharestock.hampshire.org.uk/sports_groups.htm

Micheldever

(E) Benefice Church Choir, held at St Mary's Church Thursdays 6:45 pm - 7:45pm

(E) The Dever Singers, St. Mary’s Church Thursdays 8:00 pm - 10:00pm

Website http://www.micheldevervillage.org.uk/information.html

For more information please contact Charles Bazlinton, Parish Clerk on 01962 735935.

Micheldever Variety Group The Group is a community-based amateur dramatic society which has been putting on plays, pantomimes, readings and other entertainments for over thirty years. It also organises play-readings, revues and quizzes, and has staged productions such as Daisy Pulls it Off, Steel Magnolias, Stepping Out and the ever popular ‘Allo, ‘Allo.

For more information please email [email protected] or go on the website: http://www.mvg.org.uk/.

(E) Micheldever Women’s Institute The WI meets in the Northbrook Hall on the second Thursday of every month at 7:30pm. Each month there is a trading stall.

For more information please telephone the Winchester headquarters on 01962 852721. http://www.hampshirewi.org.uk/userpagesnew/micheldever.html

Community Coffee Mornings and Book Exchange

The coffee mornings are held bi-monthly and offer an opportunity for local people to meet up, held at the Northbrook Hall.

For more information please contact the Parish Clerk or visit the parish website listed below.

Monthly Walks Take place on the first Sunday of the month a walk through the fields and woodlands.

For more information please telephone 01962 774479.

For more details about any of the activities that may be subject to change please visit the Micheldever Parish website: http://www.micheldevervillage.org.uk/whatson.html.

Micheldever Station

Art Group The Group meets at the Warren Hall, Micheldever Station 1.30 - 3.00pm every first and third Thursday in the month

Micheldever Station Community & Recreation Centre c/o Station Cottage Micheldever Station Winchester SO21 3AP

For more information please telephone 01962 774479.

For more details about any of the activities that may be subject to change, please visit the Warren Hall website http://www.warrenhall.org.uk/.

South Wonston

Activities at South Wonston Village Hall

Location: Downs Road, South Wonston, SO21 3EW.

South Wonston Village Cinema In conjunction with Hampshire Moviola held on the third Saturday of the month. Large screen, full supporting programme, interval and refreshments Tickets: £5.00 from Ken Milne, 01962 881525, or David Selby, 01962 881796.

(E) South Wonston Table Tennis Club Open to all between the ages 8 and 80. The Club offers coaching and friendly matches. They have the right sized tables for people with special needs and the hall is wheelchair accessible. Membership fees are payable twice a year. There are also attendance and coaching fees payable. Times: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30pm-10:00pm and Tues 8:00pm - 10:00pm. http://www.swttc.hampshire.org.uk/.

For more information contact Chairman David Binns 01962 882340.

South Wonston Local History Group The group’s purpose: is to research the local history of South Wonston civil parish, to record contemporary developments and events, and to promote interest by residents in conjunction with Dever Valley Local History Society. The group holds talks and other events relating to the local history of South Wonston, and similar activities are arranged by the Society. There is no membership subscription but a charge is levied at events to cover expenses, which was £3 per person at the end of 2010. The group meets at South Wonston Village Hall and halls used by the Dever Valley local History group in Micheldever.

For more information please contact the Hon. Secretary Dennis Thomson on 01962 881698.

South Wonston Women’s Institute The WI offer a variety of talks. Ranging from performances from ‘men’ in uniform and a Turkish belly dancer to talks from the Air Ambulance and a watercolour demonstration

For more details, please email [email protected] or [email protected]. Website http://www.hampshirewi.org.uk/userpagesnew/southwonston.html

In addition to the above the Village Hall also houses a variety of adult education related classes including arts / crafts, language and fitness classes.

For more details about any of the activities which are subject to change please view http://communities.hants.gov.uk/south-wonston-index

Sutton Scotney

Activities at Victoria Hall, Oxford Road, Sutton Scotney SO21 3JG.

The Dever Art Group The Art Club tends to go out to paint outside and at different venues when the weather allows Monday mornings.

For information please telephone 01962 760436.

The Sunshine Club Over 55’s club The Club has lots of different activities including speakers and the occasional outing. They meet the second and fourth Monday of every month from 2 pm until 4 pm.

For more information please telephone 01962 760391

Yoga class held on Monday evenings

For more information please contact Samantha Lee on 01962 761853.

Royal British Legion

For more information on the Women’s section please telephone 01962 760853. For more information on the men’s section please telephone 01962 760391.

Stamp Club The club meets on Tuesday evenings. For more information please telephone 01264 358421.

Keep Fit class The class is held on Tuesday evenings.

For more information please contact Julie Dean on 01962 883939.

Yoga class The class is held on Wednesday mornings.

For more information please contact Maura Pearson on 01962 735548.

Pilates class The class is held on Thursday mornings.

For more information please contact Fredericka Brooks on 01962 890398.

For more details about any of the activities which are subject to change please view Wonston Parish Council’s website section relating to the Victoria Hall http://wonston.parish.hants.gov.uk/victoriahall.htm

Health Walks (Winchester City Council) Led by qualified Walk Leaders. These walks provide people with an opportunity to increase their activity level whilst being in a social and safe environment. Meet at the Coach and Horses Pub on Tuesdays at 10:45 am.

For more information contact Lydia Lockhart by email [email protected] or telephone 01962 848725. Badger Farm Road, Winchester, SO22 4QB. Telephone: 01962 868630. Website: http://www.bfobrca.com/BFOBRCA/bfobrca_home.html

Useful Local Resources

Luncheon Clubs and Tea and Social Clubs

Please note that many of the lunch clubs have waiting lists and work in a geographical area.

Colden Common Luncheon Club run by the Colden Common Care Group This is held every Wednesday at the Colden Common Community Centre. Mini Bus Transport is available for local residents

For more information contact Jenny on 01962 713784

Kings Worthy Senior Citizens Lunch Club For residents over 65 years who like to meet regularly each month for lunch in comfortable, warm and friendly surroundings. Transport provided if necessary. This is held at the Church Rooms at St Mary’s Church, Kings Worthy SO23 7QL on the third Thursday of the month 12.30pm to 2pm.

For more information contact: Pam Hobson 01962 884567 or Eleanor Hamblin 01962 83557

Littleton Village Care Group Lunch Club This is held on the first Monday of every month and only open to Littleton residents.

For more information please contact Mrs. Shirley Lupton on 01962 884376 or Mrs. Anne Wiggle on 01962 881210.

Winchester

See below for organisation contact details

Mondays  Age concern-St Barnabas Church, Weeke ,Winchester

Tuesday  WRVS-St Barnabas Church, Weeke, Winchester  Age Concern-Baptist Hall, Swan Lane, Winchester  Live at Home Scheme-Mens Pub Lunch Group meet at the Golden Lion Pub, Alresford Road, Winchester

Wednesday  Age Concern – Salvation Army, Parchment Street, Winchester  Christ Church – This is held on the second Wednesday of every month at 12:30 pm

Thursday  Age Concern - This is held at the Baptist Hall located in Swan Lane, Winchester.

Friday  Live at Home Scheme– This is held on alternate Fridays: 11am - 1.30pm

Group contact details

(E) Age Concern Winchester Coffee is available from 10:45 am onwards and there is a social time until the meal is served at about noon.

Members either make their own way there or if they are unable to do so and they live within a 3 mile radius of the City Centre they can be collected by minibus. Members also go on trips and outings, have a special Christmas Lunch, receive talks – and meet and enjoy each other's company. The current charge is £1.30.

For more information please contact the Lunch Club Co-ordinator at The Winchester Centre, 68, St Georges Street, Winchester, SO23 8AH. Telephone: 01962 840667. Email: mailto:[email protected]

(E) WRVS Women’s Royal Voluntary Service

For more information please telephone Vera Collings on 01962 779456.

Christ Church – Lunch Club Location: Christchurch Road, Winchester SO23 9SR. The Lunch Club welcomes retired folk of any age at 12.30 pm in the Simeon Room at Christ Church. Some members belong to Christ Church, but many do not, thus providing a rich mix of background and experience.

The meal is prepared and cooked on the premises, and served by a team of volunteers. There is a service of Holy Communion at 11:30 am, and several members like to attend. Transport can usually be arranged and is provided by volunteer drivers (more drivers are always needed). Transport can also be linked to the Communion service.

For more information please contact Judy Atherton via the church office, telephone 01962 854454 or by e-mail: [email protected]

(E) Winchester Live at Home Scheme Lunch Club Friday Lunch Club 11am - 1:30pm Meal + speakers £3.50 donation (fortnightly) Individuals are asked to become members.

For more information please telephone 01962 890995

Email [email protected] Website http://www.wlahs.org/

Contact The Elderly Tea & Social club For people over 75, who are living alone, isolated from friends and family and too frail to leave the house by themselves. One Sunday afternoon a month, a volunteer driver collects older guests and takes them to a volunteer's home for tea, talk and companionship. Groups enjoy time together and take pleasure in chatting over tea and cakes.

For more information Freephone 0800 716543

Good Neighbour Support Groups

Good Neighbours Groups (sometimes called Neighbourcare Groups or Care Groups) are independent voluntary groups which offer neighbourly help to people in their local communities.

For information about the Good Neighbour Support Service http://www.goodneighbourhampshire.org/website/

Contact details - Information Officer email: [email protected] phone: 02392 899690

South East (Winchester, Havant, Fareham and Gosport) email: [email protected] phone: 07827 925328

Colden Common Community Care Group Luncheon club, transport to doctors, hospitals, etc, home visiting, shopping

For more information telephone Mrs. Jenny Gray 01962 713784 Mo Alderman 02380 692611

Compton and Shawford WRVS (for transport to Surgery etc)

For more information contact Mrs M Nicholson 01962 712201 Mrs. J M Millar 712310 Compton and Shawford

Littleton Village Care Group Transport to doctors surgeries and hospitals. Monthly Lunch Club

For more information contact Mrs. Shirley Lupton 01962 884376 Mrs. Anne Wiggle 01962 881210

Twyford Care Group Neighbourly support, sociable lunches 6 weekly, transport to appointments

For more information contact Michael Wyard 01962 712023 Diane Oram 01962 713324

Winchester - Hyde and Abbotts Barton Good Neighbours Good neighbourly tasks, transport for medical appointment, shopping, visiting, sitting for carers, prescription collection, gardening, minor repair/DIY, basic cleaning.

For more information contact Shirley Braime 01962 867796

Winchester - Ollie Bees Good Neighbours Good neighbourly tasks

For more information contact Lou Lewis 08450 948946

Winchester – Teg Down & Fulflood Care Group Shopping, collecting prescription, visiting the housebound, walking the dog, changing a light bulb, emergency meals.

For more information contact Susan Witt 01962 855804

Winchester: Weeke Good Neighbours Good neighbourly tasks

For more information contact Susan Witt 01962 855804

Winchester: Winnall Good Neighbours Practical help good neighbour care

For more information contact John Whitworth or Susannah Wettone 0845 643 4695

Winchester: City Centre Care Group Emergency meals, shopping, relieving carers, changing a light bulb etc.

For more information contact E. Crawley 01962 856339

Worthy's Neighbourcare Transport and practical help and advice. Lunch club (monthly)

For more information contact Duty Co-ordinator 01962 882221

Good neighbour support groups from other areas not covered in this Directory

Alresford and District Voluntary Care Group Provision of transport to Hospital, Surgery, Dentist

For more information Jeremy Ashmore 01962 735505

Bishops Waltham Voluntary Care Group Lunch Clubs (Mon,Tues,Thurs), Car service to medical appointments, others at discretion (residents of Bishops Waltham only)

For more information Mike Plumidge 01489 896603

Upper Itchen Voluntary Care Group Emergency meals, emergency gardening, befriending

For more information Ruth Alle 01962 793368

Wickham Community Care Mainly transport and shopping, prescription collection, lunch club, OPAL.

For more information Vicki Pawlyn 01329 832194, Sue Leatham 01329 834925

For more details contact the Good Neighbours Support Service

Forums

Winchester and District Carers Forum The Forum provides a support network for carers and promotes action to fill gaps in services. The Forum meets once a month and welcomes new members and enquiries.

For more information telephone Janet 01489 893338 Email [email protected]

Winchester Over 55’s Forum The Forum aims to maintain and improve the well-being of all individuals aged 55 and over in Winchester and its District. It aims to listen to and respond to issues that affect older people. It also responds to local consultations on matters that affect older people and provides feedback on policies and procedures that affect older people. The Forum meets monthly and welcomes new members and enquiries. It is currently planning a program of activities including a range of information events and social activities.

For more information telephone 01962 848037 (this is a answer phone service please leave your query and contact details) or write to the forum c/o WACA, 68 St Georges Street, Winchester S023 8AH Also look out for posters and promotional information about local events.

Support Groups

(E) Age Concern (Hampshire) Age Concern Hampshire runs Pre-retirement Seminars four times per year with an established customer base of local and, locally based, national employers. An Annual Golf Challenge (involving many of the golf clubs in the County), A Writers’ Competition, Activities Days, a UK online Computer Centre at Winnall Community Centre. Foot Health Clinic - The Foot Health Service has been established by Age Concern Hampshire to provide older people (who do not meet the criteria for free N.H.S. Chiropody Services) with a choice of where they purchase their foot health care. It is non-profit making, but charges a small fee to cover service costs. This is provided at Friarsgate Medical Centre, Winchester on Mondays.

For more information and to book a place contact Age Concern Hampshire on 01329 842481

(E).Alzheimer’s Society Support Group Winchester Local activities held at Littleton Memorial Hall, The Hallway, Littleton

Monday Club A club for people with dementia and their carers to attend. Clients with dementia are invited to take part in organised therapeutic activities while carers may use another area of the venue to chat and support one another. Outings Regular outings to local places of interest including museums, gardens, theatre and boat trips. Outreach Lunch Club An Outreach Lunch Club is run on the first Tuesday of each month for former carers and those who require less support. This is a chance for people to meet and catch up in a warm and friendly environment. Come and enjoy a delicious sandwich lunch. Support Group Lunch Club The Alzheimers Society also runs a Support Group Lunch Club on the third Tuesday of each month for carers and those with dementia. Offering a chance to share experiences, offer advice or just chat! Refreshments and sandwiches are provided. Help with transport if required is available.

For more information Telephone 01962 865585 Email [email protected] Website http://alzheimers.org.uk/site/custom_scripts/branch.php?branch=true&branch Code=14173

(E) Colebrook Club for Blind & Partially Sighted The Club holds a monthly meeting (1st Monday of every month) in central Winchester, for people with significant sight loss, generally with a speaker. It also has occasional outings. Provides guidance on obtaining assistance relevant to problem.

Annual membership Fee - Currently £20. Please enquire re membership.

For more information telephone: 01962 889359 Email: [email protected]

(E).Hard Of Hearing Club (Winchester & District) 8 Sunnydown Road Olivers Battery, SO22 4LD Providing social afternoons, coach outings etc. for members. The group meets fortnightly. The venue has disabled toilets and a hearing loop. Charges: £1 per annum

For more information telephone: 01962 865584

Open Sight Provides a wide range of services for visually impaired people living in the County, it offers support and advice and runs several local social clubs. The Club covering the Winchester area is based in Eastleigh

For more information contact Email: [email protected] 25 Church Road Bishopstoke Eastleigh SO50 6BL

(E). The Princess Royal Trust for Carers in Hampshire:

Winchester and Andover Care Support Group The Group meets every Monday 12.30pm - 2pm to network with other carers, listen to a speaker and have a buffet lunch. Winchester Mental Health Carers Group The Group meets on the first Monday of the month between 7.15pm and 8.45pm.

Both groups meet at the Friends Meeting House, 16 Colebrook Street, Winchester.

For more information contact Winchester and Andover Carer Centre, 68 St Georges Street, Winchester SO23 8AH. Telephone 01962 842034 http://www.carercentre.co.uk/

Other Advice and Support

Winchester Citizens Advice The Winchester CAB is an independent service providing free, confidential, impartial advice on a wide range of subjects to everybody.

For more information telephone 01962 848000 Website: www.winchestercab.org.uk The Winchester Centre 68 St Georges Street Winchester SO23 8AH

Community Innovations Team (Winchester) The Community Innovations service is here to help older people to maintain their independence by providing support, advice and guidance to older people who are not currently in crisis but beginning to experience difficulties.

The multi agency team is made up of staff who have knowledge and expertise in health, social care and the voluntary services.

For more information and to contact the Winchester team telephone 01962 832047 or Website http://www3.hants.gov.uk/adult- services/aboutas/structure/community-innovations/community-innovations- how.htm

Older People's Area Link (OPAL) A free advice service provided by Hampshire Age Concern providing details of local information and services.

For more information contact (free phone) 0800 328 7154 and ask for OPAL http://www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk/OPAL.htm

Not Forgotten Association Assists ex-service disabled men and women. The Association provides TV sets for those whose mobility is restricted or who are housebound, TV licenses where there is financial hardship, concerts in ex- service residential and nursing homes, outings, individual respite holidays (with carers if required) and group holidays. They can only assist ex-service personnel who are war pensioners or who are currently suffering from some form of ill-health.

For more information Telephone: 020 7730 2400/3660 Website: http://www.nfassociation.org/

Other Activities Not Group Based

Carers Active Listening Line run by Carers Together The project provides support to relatives, friends or neighbours who are looking after or concerned about another person. People can share their concerns, link to other carers, find out what is available to support them, help them to find out where to find support and find out about the Hampshire Carers Network. http://www.carerstogether.org.uk/network.php

For more information telephone 08000 3 23456

Winchester Bereavement Support Winchester Bereavement Support offers a support service to bereaved people in Winchester and the surrounding area. 44 Compton Way Winchester, Hampshire SO22 4HW 01962 863626

For more information visit www.winchesterbereavementsupport.org.uk

Chat to a Friend Chat to a friend service provided by Carers Together is open 365 days a year from 9am until 11pm. The service provides opportunity for callers to chat regularly with people who have similar interests or concerns. All calls are free. The ‘Chat to a Friend’ telephone number is 08000 323456.

(E) The Trinity Womens Centre Offering support to a wide range women who are vulnerable (this can mean many things including social, emotional and financial). Please contact the Centre for advice. They do not offer drop in sessions.

Small sized groups Mondays : Exercise time 1.30pm - 3pm Art Session 2.00pm - 4pm Tuesday : Computers 2.30pm - 4.30pm Wednesdays: Cookery 1.30pm - 4.00pm

For more information contact Bradbury House, Durngate Place, Winchester Telephone 01962 828632 Email: [email protected] http://www.trinitywinchester.org.uk/html/__learning.html

Practical Support and Advice

Pets

Cinnamon Trust Provides support and assistance to dog owners who because of ill health etc. are in need of support with walking dogs etc.

For more information telephone 01736 757900 (www.cinnamon.org.uk)

Gardening

The Beneficial Garden Maintenance Social Enterprise service Offers garden maintenance work. Services include:- general garden maintenance, weeding, lawn care, hedge trimming. and planting. Suppliers of plants for planters and hanging baskets.

For more information telephone 02392733822, website http://www.beneficial.org.uk/garden.html

The Shaw Trust Hampshire Gardening Service Over 60s Gardening Support Service is a year-round gardening support service, with up to six visits per year, each visit lasting up to four hours. One- off visits can also be arranged.

For more information telephone 0845 6044 643 Email: [email protected] website http://www.shaw-trust.org.uk/hampshire_gardening_service

Minor DIY Jobs

Handyman service The Home Improvement Agency provides a low cost handyman service aimed at older and disabled residents. They cover minor jobs such as replacing taps, fixing leaks, putting up shelves, installing locks etc. They make a small charge of £10 per hour (plus vat). The local branch works out of Southampton.

For more information visit the website http://www.intouchsupport.co.uk/document_1.aspx?id=11:34461&id=12:3437 2 or contact: Stephanie Sherred – Administrator telephone 023 8046 2444 email [email protected] (Office open Mon to Friday 9am-5pm)

Health

Message in a Bottle A device devised by the Lions to help emergency services have vital information about a person’s personal and medical details consisting of a small, easily recognisable plastic container with a green cross on it. This is widely used and supported by Ambulance, Police, Fire and Health Professionals. It can be obtained for free from Health Centres and Chemists. If you have difficulties in obtaining a message in a bottle please contact your local Lions Club telephone 0845 833 9502.

The Red Cross Medical Equipment Loan scheme provides help in times of crisis to give short term support which includes the loan of medical equipment. They also sell equipment if people prefer to purchase. Equipment includes walking frames, sticks, commodes, wheelchairs, specialised crockery, feeding utensils, and gardening equipment for people with disabilities.

For more information telephone 01962 891660 http://www.redcross.org.uk/Where-we-work/In-the-UK/South-Eastern- England/Hampshire-Isle-of-Wight-and-Surrey

Transport

Dial a Ride The service is a door to door bookable service operating on weekdays (up to 8 days in advance) designed to transport individuals and their carers to a range of destinations in Winchester. It is most useful to people with mobility issues or sensory impairment who find it problematic to use ordinary passenger transport. Users do not need to be registered disabled to use the service.

For more information contact Jackie or Rachel 01962 852602 http://www.waca.org.uk/html/transport.html

INTRODUCTION TO WINCHESTER AREA COMMUNITY ACTION

Winchester Area Community Action (WACA) is the Council for Voluntary Service supporting voluntary and community activity right across the Winchester district. WACA exists to:

- Provide information and support for voluntary and community groups.

- Promote networking and liaison among voluntary groups and with statutory agencies.

- Develop services to meet community needs. - Represent the voice of the community, the voluntary sector and service users. - WACA gives local organisations a co-ordinated voice and involves them in consultation and policy making.

WACA provides the following support services and facilities: Payroll services and accountancy / book-keeping advice

Photocopying, open access computers and other office equipment

Contact and Company details for WACA: The Winchester Centre, 68 St Georges Street Winchester SO23 8AH Telephone: 01962 842293, Fax: 01962 848029 E- mail: [email protected], Website: www.waca.org.uk

Registered Charity Number 1044945 A Limited Company Registered in England and Wales Registered Number 2960439

PROJECTS / SERVICES MANAGED BY WACA Advocacy Project Supports disadvantaged individuals and trains volunteers

Alice Webb - Advocacy Manager (01962) 848023 Marie Dyke - Mental Health Advocate (01962) 848009 Amy -Beth Carter-Dalgleish - Advocacy Worker Learning (01962) 848032 Disabilities Mike Robinson - Learning Disability Advocate (01962) 848032

Community Innovations Assists voluntary groups in developing support and services for older people

Jacquie Rolls (01962) 848012 Community Innovations Development Worker

Development Support Provides a wide range of advice, support & information to voluntary/community groups

Melissa Fletcher - Development Support Officer (01962) 848019

Out of Schools Childcare Development Assists the development of out of school childcare initiatives

Elaine Rolfe (01962) 848014 Out of Schools Childcare Development Worker

Rape & Sexual Abuse Counselling - Helpline and counselling services. Provides support and trains volunteers

Gary Stubbington - RASAC Manager (01962) 848018

Transport Services Enables access to shops, facilities and attractions for mobility impaired people

Jackie Lea - Community Transport & Dial-a-Ride (01962) 852602 Roger Harris - Shopmobility & Bikeabout (01962) 842626

Volunteer Centre Winchester Opens doors to volunteering and promotes good practice

Sue Heath-Caldwell & David Bradshaw (01962) 848030 Joint Managers

WACA Learning - Identifies and delivers training opportunities

Vanessa Kitt - Central Services Officer (01962) 843450

Mental Health Befriending

Bruce White - Project Worker 07900 374374

Diversity Outreach 26 Anna Potten - Diversity Outreach Worker 07500 957565

The Over 55s Directory was produced February 2011 by

Winchester Area Community Action 68 St. Georges Street Winchester Hampshire SO23 8AH

01962 842293

Email [email protected] Website waca.org.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this leaflet is correct at the time of publication. Please contact us if you wish to make any inclusions or / and amendments.