We are now approaching our second year and have had a fantastic year, matching 20 more isolated older people with volunteers for friendship and regular visits, and reaching a further 50 people aged over 60 in South Liverpool with our weekly activity groups and quarterly outings. As we head into our third year, we would love to share with you some info on our upcoming events …

We continue to run our social clubs for over 60s on a twice weekly basis, helping older people to create friendships, explore new (or old) interests, have fun, and feel part of their community again. 

We run a group from 2-3.30pm every Wednesday at Mossley Hill Church. The first and last Wednesdays of each month are social groups, where members can chat and get to know each other over a cup of tea and a biscuit (with the occasional guest speaker or one-off activity scheduled throughout the year). The second Wednesday of each month is a board game group (we have a variety of games available to play or members are welcome to bring their own), and the third Wednesday is a gentle chair exercise class to support mobility and physical health. All groups are completely free and include refreshments. 

We also run a Tuesday morning group in the café at Frontline church in Wavertree from 10am-12pm for a small charge, where members can take part in different activities each week including bingo, games and craft. We also provide a hot lunch once a month and every week you’ll find plenty of tea and cake!

Anyone is welcome to just turn up on the day, or please contact southliverpool@linkinglives.uk or call me (Hannah) on 07858570301 to find out more.

We are currently planning two outing for all our Linking Lives friends, volunteers and group members.

We will be taking in some of Liverpool’s iconic sights on the Mersey Ferry 50-minute River Explorer Cruise in September, with an optional visit to the U-Boat Story at Woodside terminal. 

We are also planning to get together to watch Gentlemen Prefer Blondes at FACT Picturehouse cinema in town in October. The film is open to all but is enhanced to suit the needs of people living with dementia.

If you know anyone over 60 who may like to join us for either event, please get in touch at southliverpool@linkinglives.uk or on 07858570301 to find out more (places are limited and must be reserved).

As always, one-to-one befriending is at the heart of what we do. Our approach involves linking volunteers (who are fully DBS checked, interviewed and trained) with older people requesting regular home visits, for company and a chat. Volunteers can also accompany their friend on short local outings, such as to a cafe or garden centre together, or may wish to partake in a hobby or activity they both enjoy together. These visits often become a highlight of the week for all involved and result in huge benefits to health and wellbeing.

Here is a lovely article in the Liverpool Echo about one of the friendships we have seen develop through the befriending service and how it is making a difference: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/special-features/most-heartwarming-friendship-linking-lives-15777584

If you have any questions at all about the referral process, please do contact us at southliverpool@linkinglives.uk or call 07858570301.

We are also running a volunteer information and training evening on Wednesday 25^th September for anyone who would like to find out more about what we do and potentially get involved!

Please get in touch if you have any questions at all about any of the above or about how we can support any of the individuals you work with. Also,please let me know if you do not wish to receive any further emails from us (we promise we very, very rarely send out email updates about our service).

Many thanks again for your support!

Best wishes,

Hannah

 

 

07858570301

 

 

Wheel Meet Again encourages older members of the community to take part in activities and social events.

Wheel Meet Again Over 50’s Project run a number of monthly activities each day to keep you entertained, busy and educated!

Liz

07921 705 042

Tuesday    

WHAT IS IT?

A free, monthly session held for parents and children to come together with older adults to learn traditional skills like sewing, knitting, crochet, embroidery, handicrafts, card making, dominoes, cards and more. COMMENCING DECEMBER 2018

WHO IS IT FOR?

Over 50’s interested in passing on skills and talents, looking to spend time with younger generations.

WHAT WILL YOU GET OUT OF IT?

The chance to build meaningful relationships with families, pass on age-old traditions and skills, display your talents.

WHERE IS IT?

Hunts Cross Children’s Centre OR Five Children and Families Centre

Kingsthorne Road Conleach Road

HUNTS CROSS SPEKE

L25 0PJ L24 0TW

FREE TRANSPORT PROVIDED

FREE EQUIPMENT AND REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED

HOW DO YOU TAKE PART?

Please contact Catherine McNeill on 07543 223 627

Age Concern Liverpool and Sefton’s new Reconnect Befriending Service is looking for Befriending volunteers to visit older people in Liverpool who are feeling lonely or isolated.  

If you are a good listener, enjoy meeting and talking to new people and have an hour or two to spare a week then this role is for you.

Charity No. 517902

Courses cover a range of topics, from parenting styles and tips to the importance of play.

The online resources have been written by The Solihull Approach (NHS) and designed to fit easily into the busy lives of parents, carers and grandparents. Access them online at any time of the day or night.

Enter the code PURPLEBIN when prompted, to access the courses for free.

I am writing from the swimming charity Level Water.  We are working in partnership with Liverpool City Council to provide 1:1 swimming lessons to children with mobility and sensory impairments in Liverpool. We fund lessons for children:
 
 - Aged 4-11
 - Who cannot currently swim 15 metres
 - With a physical disability or sensory impairment (visual / hearing)
 - Who do not have a substantial learning, social or behavioural difficulty
 
 Lessons are currently being  be held at Park Road pool and in November we will start offering lessons at Liverpoool Aquatics Centre.
 
 I have attached a flyer - please can you print or forward this on to any families who may wish to apply for our lessons.  In the first instance they should send an email enquiry to contact@levelwater.org stating their child's age, disability and postcode.
 
You have received this email as you are involved in sport or disability near Liverpool and so may know a number of people who could benefit from our service.  When you share this email, please include our criteria.  If you have any questions or ideas, please contact me personally.
 
Best wishes,  
 

 

-- 

Dan Wiseman

Operations Manager

Level Water: getting disabled kids swimming

07427 790 229

Registered Charity Number 1151510

 

SARA Hall is the community hub for Sudley Area Residents’ Association and we run a variety of fundraising social events through the year