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Welcome to the Easter edition of the Forthwrite newsletter which enables our organisation to bring you the latest news and keep you updated about what is happening in our local community.
During the last term we had a varied and exciting programme of courses and activities. We will be looking to extend the range of opportunities available for you to access. Within this newsletter we will give you more detailed information for you to decide which activities and courses you would like to attend, as we approach the summer months. Whether is it the tried and tested or a new venture we are sure you will find it enjoyable., and your full attendance is much appreciated.
We place great value in your continued support and it is only possible to facilitate our widespread programme through ongoing participation and the consistency of numbers.
We are always looking for new events and ideas so please do not hesitate to contact a member of staff with your suggestions.
THE EYE OF THE COMMUNITY
Tel: 01472 269666 Fax 01472 240699
Foresight
44-48 Hainton Avenue, Grimsby North East Lincolnshire, DN32 9BT
There is a marvellous opportunity
for anyone who lives or works in North East Lincolnshire to become involved
in an exciting new programme for older people, The programme is called Older
Peoples Health and Well Being Programme for North East Lincolnshire and
commenced in March 2007. The programme will be based on the successful Healthy
Communities Collabrative approach that has been running for the past two
years. The programme will have a much broader focus and will involve reducing
fear of crime, improving nutrition, widening access to social and activities
networks and anything else that older people identify. The programme will
suppost action between communities and services to make improvements, bring
communities together to help people to lead happy and healthy lives.
To kickstart the process there will be an Orientation event at Second Avenue
Resource centre, Second Avenue, Nunsthorpe, Grimsby, DN33 1NU on Monday
17th April from 9:30am-4:00pm, with lunch provided from 12:30pm. If anybody
is interested in attending the meeting and contributing to shaping the future
program they are more than welcome to attend and transport will be provided.
Alternatively if you can not attend but would like more information with
regard to the project contact details are listed below.
For more information, to confirm attendance or for help with transport please
call:
Martin Wakefield—01472 232267 or
Email: Team@uni.gb.com or
Room 23, Second Avenue Resource Centre
Second Avenue
Nunsthorpe
DN33 1NU
In April we will once again be
delivering a comprehensive programme of courses and activities at our community
centre. Along with our regular courses are some new ideas which we hope
will prove
popular.
Listed below is a brief summary of each course we will be delivering if
enough interest is shown. If a course is over-subscribed it may be possible
to run a second class. If any of the following courses interest you, please
complete the enclosed activities’ sheet and enrolment form and return
it in the pre-paid envelope. Times and days for each course are also detailed
on the enrolment form. If you require any further information on any course,
please ring Sue Bell at Foresight Tel: 01472 269666
Local History
An introduction to the history of Grimsby and the surrounding area, through
the ages up to present day. Tutor Keith Harrison make this a very interesting
and popular course so book early.
Card Designing
Create your own personal greetings cards with help and assistance from tutor
Janet Lea. This is again a very popular course and places need to be booked
early.
Introduction to Digital Photography
Take the opportunity to improve your photography skills, edit your photographs,
correct faults and create effects with tutor Geoff Miller. This course may
include field trips.
Pottery and Ceramics
Learn the basic techniques of creating a hand-made pot and progress to the
art of wheel thrown pottery.
Mosiac Art
This course combines ceramics with decorative tile art. Both the ceramics
and mosaic art learners are given expert tuition from tutor Gayle Thompson.
Beginners’ Computing
Delivered by tutor Lyne Pike this is a course for the absolute beginner:
this course will guide you through the basics of using a computer and will
lead you on to more advanced courses.
Powerpoint & Excel
This course is also delivered by Lyne Pike and is for the learners who needs
more than a beginners class.
Creative Crafts
A creative course for people who prefer tactile learning. This course is
open to all students of mixed abilities and experience and is an enjoyable
and sociable experience delivered by tutor Sue Miller.
Creative Computing
This is a fun computing course delivered by Doreen Mayne. Learners are taught
to create leaflets, posters and various forms of publishing.
(Learners have access to specialist equipment and software. if needed, in
all our computer courses).
Tai Chi
This slow and relaxed Chinese form of exercise is suitable for people of
all ages. It will help develop a healthy body and an alert mind.
Beauty on a Budget
A follow on course from aromatherapy the student will learn basic beauty
tips for a low cost budget.
Gentle Keep Fit
This Course is designed to exercise your whole body. Some of the exercises
can be done whilst sitting down.
Discover Watercolour Painting
Learn how to select the correct equipment and materials for painting and
create your first masterpiece.
Walk/off lead guide dog
exercise.
A chance for a leisurely walk in a suitable area and for those with guide
dogs an opportunity to let them exercise in a safe environment. This activity
will take place on a Monday morning from 10am. Transport will be available
for this activity and Volunteers will be on-hand to assist with the walk.
Ten pin bowling/green
bowls.
Foresight will organise Crown Green Bowling from May. This activity will
take place on a Monday at 2pm once a fortnight. On alternate Monday’s
we will be attending Cleethorpes Bowling Alley 2-4pm. Volunteers are on-hand
to help, and the cost is £3.40 and this includes 2 full games and
shoe hire.
Self Defence classes-
A great opportunity to learn basic self defence where the pace will be adapted
to suit each participant. This activity will take place at 10am every Tuesday
morning at Foresight and will last for approximately 90 minutes.
Golf
This activity is held at Grimsby golf club on Cromwell Road in Grimsby,
next to Grimsby Leisure Centre. Initially, this will involve two hours on
a driving range, developing the skills needed to strike the ball properly.
There are volunteers available to assist with the activity and once people
are confident enough, they will move onto the nine-hole golf course. This
activity will take place on a Tuesday afternoon from 1pm onwards. The cost
for a session is £1 for a bucket of 50 balls.
Gym/sauna/Jacuzzi
This will be held at Banana Gym, Cleethorpes Leisure centre on a Wednesday
morning from 11am onwards. For the cost of £3 participants can use
all the gym facilities including the Jacuzzi, Sauna and swimming pool. Inductions
are held to ensure all equipment is accessed safely.
Tandem Bike Riding
We have 6 Tandem bikes available, and this activity will be based in Bradley
village and all rides will be on secluded tracks away from heavy traffic.
Volunteers will be available to assist you with this activity. This will
possibly take place on a Saturday morning due to volunteer availability
and user demand.
Sailing
Sailing takes place at Covenham Reservoir with the local disability sailing
club, if there is sufficient interest we will endeavour to arrange a sailing
day exclusively for our organisation. Transport will be provided and their
will be a small cost to cover this and the cost of the activity.
Swimming
Held at the Grimsby Leisure Centre on Tuesday afternoons between 2.45 and
3.45pm. This is a fun and enjoyable session and you do not have to be a
strong swimmer to attend. A lifeguard is present at all times. The activity
cost is £1.10 per person but a helper/carer can swim for free. The
use of the pool is exclusive to Foresight , there is no public access at
this time.
Gliding
This is held at Strubby airfield in conjunction with Lincolnshire Gliding
Club. Individuals will be flying with fully trained instructors. This activity
will take place on Wednesday and transport will be provided, and will leave
Foresight at 9-30am. This will be an all day event so you will need to bring
a packed lunch and drinks.
Archery
This activity takes place at Trackside Archery Nth Kelsey Moore. The activity
will run 11am-3pm on Fridays. Fully qualified instructors and volunteers
will be on-hand throughout to assist with this activity. Transport will
be provided and leaves the centre at 10.30am the cost will be £4 per
person to cover the transport and activity.
Rifle Shooting
This activity is held at Keelby Rifle Club. Once you have been trained to
use the rifle correctly, you will have the opportunity to shoot in the national
league, which could eventually lead to shooting in the Disabled Olympics.
There is highly qualified and fully trained instructors to assist at all
times. This activity costs £1 to cover the use of the targets and
shells. The venue is open on Thursday between 10am-3pm. The time taken to
shoot is approximately one hour. Transport is provided through the Link
up bus service.
Fishing
If anybody is interested, it will be possible for Foresight to organise
for them to go fishing. There will be a maximum of four people at any one
time, and it will take place at Laceby pond. Two experienced handlers who
are trained to work with people with disabilities will be on-hand to assist.
Days and times will be arranged to suit individuals.
Steve Pendle is also looking at several “taster day” activities
that will be especially enjoyable in the summer months and if popular incorporated
in to our regular activities. Amongst those being considered are;
Rock Climbing
Jet Skiing
Skid Car driving experience
Parachuting
Skiing at Xscape (Real snow slope)
Quad Biking,
Trampolining
Ice Skating.
If you are interested in any of the activities or have any ideas for some
thing you would like to do please fill in the attached forms or contact
Foresight for more information.
Local artist Martin Campodonic
will be exhibiting at the Foresight centre from April 16th—April 20th.
The focus of the exhibition will be Mandala’s symbolism and cultural
design and will appeal to both sighted and sight impaired people. Martin
has affiliated with a local organisation called Full Circle and also is
involved with the Friends of the Freshney. However this will be his first
solo exhibition. Following travels across the globe and the different cultures
he encountered he was reintroduced to the world of art after 20 years absence.
The basis of his work revolves around geometry these pieces are generally
known as mandalas. Mandala’s have been used throughout history to
develop early cultures such as Tibetan, American Indian, Arabic, Mayan and
Indiian. If you go into any church you will see similar designs i.e. The
Rose Window in York Minster.
Working with geometric shapes and structures together with the nature of
colour these artworks are refreshingly inspirational. The purpose of a mandala
is to explain mythological stories and culturally distinctive artwork. Unlike
western art as we understand it, these pieces derive from the natural world
and spiritual understanding. Each element of a mandala has meaning and represents
some guiding aspects or principle. Geometry plays a significant part in
explaining quite intricate elements and colour is used to structurally enhance,
not simply embellish.
This medium of art has taught Martin many aspects and skills that he can
now incorporate into everyday life, including balance, patience the using
of our own individual skills and a love for creation.
We would encourage anybody who is available between these dates to attend
this unique exhibition. As there is no permanent facility for local artists
to exhibit their work in Grimsby this is a great opportunity for Martin
and for visitors to Foresight. We feel sure that everybody will enjoy a
visit to view this one off art form and like Martin draw inspiration from
the work. Anybody who requires further details please contact Foresight.
Foresight are holding
a Summer Ball on Friday 29th June 2007 at the Oaklands Hotel. This will
be the major fundraiser of the year and we hope as many of our members and
their families as possible will support us and attend.
Evening dress for Ladies and Black ties for gentlemen will be the preffered
attire, which will contribute to the atmosphere of the evening.
The event consists of a Five
Course meal, Dancing to family ties, a fashion show by La Femme LTD will
take place as will a raffle.
The proceedings will be opened by the Mayor of North East Lincolnshire,
who will also be the guest speaker for the evening.
Tickets will be £25 each and will be on sale from May. Please keep this date free in your diary.
For more information or to reserve your ticket please contact either Penny Jackson or a member of the fundraising committee at Foresight on 01472 269666.
Are you a budding actor or actress or would you just like the opportunity to read a script? If so, then Foresight can solve your problems. The drama society at Foresight are seeking new recruits to be involved in the production of a radio play.
This will be produced by a local director June Vernau who has successfully written several children’s books. The production will take place in the sound studio at Foresight and participants will not be asked to perform on stage.
Anyone who would like to participate
or requires any further information could they please contact John Cremen
at Foresight.
Foresight and Hearing Concern in partnership with North East Lincolnshire Council will be hosting the annual Hear on Sight Exhibition at Grimsby Town Hall on Tuesday 5th June 2007. This will be a one day event and will start at 10:00am and finish at 3:00pm.
This exhibition is aimed at raising awareness of all the services suppliers and assistance that is available both locally and nationally to enable sensory impaired people to live independently and improve their quality of life.
The exhibition will include equipment demonstrations throughout the day, Voluntary Agency stands and Commercial stands. There will be many items available to purchase or order e.g. loop system, alerting devices, small gadgets and magnifiers. There will also be light refreshments available to buy all day.
Admission to this exhibition is free and there will also be transport available through the phone and ride service. For more information on the exhibition contact Foresight on 01472 269666 or to book your journey to the exhibition contact Phone and Ride on 01472 324440 (Monday—Friday 08.00—17.00).
During the coming summer months we will be organising a range of great value days out. We will be visiting local attractions and incorporating a social aspect. To ensure value for money we will be using our own minibus, which will incur a maximum cost of five pounds. However this will limit numbers to sixteen people per trip.
If you are interested in these
trips or have a particular destination that you would like to visit, please
contact Denise on 01472 269666.
We are pleased to welcome three new members of staff who have joined the team since the last newsletter.
Sarah Yardy has been appointed
to run the reception area on a part-time basis. Sarah is also an active
volunteer and befriender of two clients at the centre.
We also welcome Ellie Johnstone and Emma Newton who are on placement from
Employment Development Services for a thirteen month placement. Both girls
are assisting with reception duties and are acting administrators for Sue
Bell (Centre Manager) and Bev Milson (Project Co-ordinator)
It is with sadness that we had
to say a fond farewell and a big thank you to Franca Cairns who left us
at Christmas. Franca was employed with the organisation in a funded position
with the European Social Fund and this funding ceased at the end of December
2006.
Everyone at Foresight wishes Franca good luck in her future plans and thank
her for all her support and enthusiasm throughout her time on the project.
A White Paper has been produced
called, ‘Choosing Health’, which aims to improve health and
wellbeing by supporting people to make healthy choices. There are three
key principles for achieving change:
Supporting informed choice for all
Personalised support to make healthy choices
Working in partnership to make health everybody’s business.
Health trainers are a new workforce who have been recruited from the local
community. Health Trainers have under gone a full time training programme.
Part of the Health Trainers role is to be visible and known within their
local community. The Health Trainers will be based in a variety of pre determined
locations in the community dependant on the clients needs. Foresight has
been chosen as one of the locations for 2 Health Trainers: Carin Pollexfen
and Zia Nolan both part time covering East Marsh. They will see clients
in various venues around these communities.
The service is available to anyone over the age of 16 years contemplating
a health improvement. The client chooses the change they wish to make.
Health Trainers can help with:
• Support with diet, losing weight, fitness, giving up smoking, reducing
alcohol consumption, safer sex guidance, stress and anxiety reduction
• Plan a 6 session programme with you to suite your needs
Helping you to stay on track
For more information on how
to contact your health trainer ring Foresight on 01472 269666
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