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March 2015
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Dear Readers,
Welcome to the March issue of the Ringwood Focus.
Well it’s certainly cold outside as I write this, but we’ve had
our flurry of snow, so let’s hope that’s the worst of our Winter
weather, and we can now look forward to the delights of
Spring.
As usual, there are lots of interesting articles in this Month’s
magazine. Read about learning to swim on page 8 and how
to live a happy life on page 12; check out if you might be
addicted to sugar on page 18, and how to choose a puppy
on page 20.
This magazine provides you with details of lots of local
businesses, events and services. Please try to use local
businesses whenever you can, and do let them know that
you’ve found them in the Ringwood Focus, as this will help
them to know that their advert has been a success.
Let’s help to ‘keep it local’!
You can view the latest edition of the Ringwood Focus and
the Fordingbridge Focus magazines on-line at www.focusmagazines.co.uk, as well as submit entries for the FREE
Community News and What’s On pages. The site also
contains full media pack information for advertisers and
details of my design services ‘FOCUS DESIGN’.
Wishing you all a very happy March.
Stay warm!
Jackie
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Volunteers needed
The British Liver Trust
Did you know we have a UK health charity right here on our doorstep here in
Ringwood? The British Liver Trust has been established for over 25 years and
raises awareness of all types of liver disease. Alcohol, obesity and viral hepatitis are major
causes, as well as many immune and hereditary conditions. The British Liver Trust aims to get us
taking Three Simple Steps to good liver health. The charity is looking for volunteers to help at the
Ringwood head office. Audrey Cornelius, Fundraising Manager, said “We’ve had some wonderful
local people helping us out over the years and we’d be very grateful for more help. If you can offer
a half or full day on a regular basis, if you are calm and confident on the phone and good at admin,
we’d love to hear from you.”
The charity runs the annual Love Your Liver campaign every January, facilitates patient support
groups across the UK and has a website with a wealth of information at www.britishlivertrust.org.
uk. John Woolgar volunteers for the charity and enjoys his time in the office, helping to raise funds
whenever he can. “The team are very friendly and I do like helping out as I am retired now. It’s
good to be able to give a little time and raise money for their work – I’m always pleased to hear
when one of my letters has led to a grant of £500! I’d thoroughly recommend it if you do have
some spare time.”
If you are interested in volunteering, give Carol Hazell a call on 01425
or [email protected]
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to see if you may be at risk and what to do about it. If you have any concerns about your liver
health, please discuss it with your GP or pharmacist, or visitwww.britishlivertrust.org.uk.
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I began working within the industry at 14 with my father. I started working for myself when
he retired and now have over 30 years’ experience. Previously we were based in
Hampshire, but we have been growing the business locally for the last 6 years, having
relocated here to be nearer to family.
We pride ourselves with being a friendly approachable business, taking time to be sensitive
to customers exacting needs. Because we are family run, we feel we can offer a top quality
service at a price you can afford. We are happy to tackle both large and small jobs.
We provide many services including: all aspects of tree work, all types of fencing & gates,
hedge cutting/reduction and removal, gutter clearance, moss removal from roofs, rubbish
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Focus on... Learning to Swim
Sink or Swim ?
How did it happen? You’ve
reached and exceeded the
age at which you are legally
regarded as an adult. You
can drink, vote, drive, get
married, pay taxes and get
called to war. You have a
job, own a home and lead a
fulfilling life in lots of ways,
but there is just one blot on
the horizon – you still can’t
swim!
The inability to swim is a
cause of embarrassment for
many adults, and some are
reluctant and even ashamed
to admit to it. But though
you may feel that there is
a stigma attached, the first
thing to understand is that
you are not alone. There
are many others just like
you, and if you really want
to, there is no reason in the
world why you can’t master
the art!
People fail to learn to swim
for a number of reasons.
Some may have had a traumatic experience – almost
drowning for example, after
falling into deep water, or
being the victim of a prank
that got out of hand – whilst
others simply may not have
had the opportunity. Regardless of the cause, most
non-swimming adults are
afraid of water, and need to
acknowledge the psychological as well as the physical
barriers.
Fear can keep us safe,
but it can also prevent us
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from moving forward. Many
non-swimmers are afraid
of putting their face in the
water and are scared that
they won’t be able to float,
yet more or less everyone
floats. What sometimes gets
in the way is fear and tension that causes you to hold
yourself stiffly, hunch your
head and shoulders, and
push your feet towards the
bottom of the pool.
Most non-swimmers are
afraid to take their feet off
the bottom and become
panic-stricken if there is
nothing to hold onto, but
learning to trust that the
water will hold you up rather
than the reverse, is key to
mastering the art of swimming.
Though some people may
opt to enlist the help of a
friend or relative to teach
them to swim, the best
course is probably to turn to
a professional with the
correct training. But there
are things you can do
yourself to help boost
confidence: Walk around
in chest-deep water to get
used to how it feels and
maintain balance; Repeatedly dip your face and body
in and out of the water,
holding on to the side for
support; Practice floating on
your stomach with your face
in the water; With the help
of a float, lie on your back,
gradually introducing kicking
movements with your legs.
However you decide to
proceed, please remember
there is no shame in not
being able to swim!
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Focus on... Kids
WORD PLAY
A. Can you find the missing words by changing just one
letter each time: Example: CAT, COT, DOT, DOG
OWE, ______ (bird), ______ (fuel) , ______ (nothing),
______ (pinch), ______ (short sleep), MAP
B. Look at the clues below and see if you can make new
words by changing just one letter in each of these
words:
1. Change PAST into something quick.
2. Change MORE into a horse.
3. Change KEEP into cry.
C. Put a different letter in front of ORE each time to make
words with the following meanings:
1. Extra.
2. Painful.
3. Part of an apple.
INTERESTING
FACTS!!
Oak trees do not produce
acorns until they are fifty
years of age or older.
The first product to have
a bar code was Wrigley’s
gum.
The king of hearts is the
only king in a pack of
playing cards without a
moustache.
A Boeing 747s wingspan
is longer than the Wright
brother’s first flight.
American Airlines saved
$40,000 in 1987 by
eliminating 1 olive from
each salad served in
first-class.
Venus is the only planet
that rotates clockwise.
D. Can you rearrange the jumbled letters to spell out an
10-letter word for a flying machine?
CHEER PILOT
Can you also use some of the letters above to find three
5-letter words with the following meanings:
1. Group of church singers.
2. Part of something.
3. A job to be done.
E. Can you find something FUNNY in the following words:
A BANJO KEEPS PLAYING
Apples, not caffeine, are
more efficient at waking
you up in the morning.
The plastic things on the
end of shoelaces are called
aglets.
Most dust particles in your
house are made from dead
skin.
All US Presidents have
worn glasses. Some just
didn’t like being seen
wearing them in public.
Walt Disney was afraid of
mice.
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Focus on... Well-Being
Don’t worry be happy !
Exercise - When we exercise
our brain releases feel-good
endorphins, making us happier.
Even a short 5 minute stroll
round the block can boost your
mood. Think how you might
add just a little more movement
into your daily life: Maybe a
few morning yoga poses, or an
evening walk.
Get Immersed - Mihaly
Csikszentmihalyi, renowned
psychologist found that immersing ourselves in an activity we
love, which also requires skill,
makes us happy. Try reading,
playing the guitar, writing a blog,
or cooking, immerse yourself
in a hobby and your mood will
brighten.
Laugh - Laughter changes the
energy of a situation immedi-
ately and lightens our mood. Try
watching a DVD of your favourite comedian. Better still, visit a
comedy club and give yourself
permission to laugh-out-loud.
Meditate - Scientific studies
have proved that emotions, and
happiness in particular, can be
trained. Even a few minutes of
meditation per day have a
positive impact our brain and
sense of well-being.
Be part of a community Research shows that people
involved in their community are
happier. Communities foster
emotional support and a
connection with others, which
leads to a greater sense of wellbeing. The community could be
a group of like-minded people
such as a choir, or art-group.
Supported sheltered accommodation for
independent older people
For permanent accommodation to rent in
Widgery and Moretons, Church Road, Ferndown.
Holidays and short breaks available.
24 Hour Call System, daily home cooked meals.
Inclusive weekly charges currently from £230.
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Focus on... Puzzles
SUDOKU
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Place a number from
1 to 9 in each empty
cell so that each 3x3
block, column, and
full row includes each
of the numbers from 1
to 9 only once.
It’s as simple as that!
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MEMORY JOG
BRAIN GAMES
1. Here are the names of four flowers with
the vowels removed. What are the four
flowers?
GRNM GRDN CLMBN CLNDN
2. What do the following words have in
common?
You have two minutes to study the
following list of 20 words. Then give
yourself another two minutes to write
as many as you can recall on a
separate peice of paper:
ANIMAL
TREAT
TRY
SUPER
SITTING
WASTED
TIRED
BANANA
TELEVISION
TEMPTING
ANGLE
TRICK
SINFUL
SEVEN
TIMES
SKY
MAN HERO HIGH RAIN
TESTING
TUTOR
MOON NOON LOCAL PAPER
AWFUL
ALPHABET
HOUSE SHANK WOOD FLY HORN
3. What is the next number in this series?
5 25 61 113 181 ..
4. What do the following words have in
common?
FAST THROUGH DOWN AWAY
WATER NECK
5. Arrange the following words into suitable pairs.
6. What is the next number in this series?
101 103 107 109 113 127 ..
ANAGRAM
Find the name of a famous person in
these jumbled up letters!
Answers to puzzles on page 30
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I am a weakish speller!
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Martin & Co are delighted to join forces with
Ringwood Town Football Club on a 3 year deal
A deal has been struck where
by Martin & Co will be the
main sponsor of the club.
The sponsorship deal also includes the re – naming of the
clubs ground to “ The Martin
& Co Stadium” along with this
Martin & Co have provided
various teams from training
jackets to full kits.
Here’s where it gets interesting for you, as an added
incentive Martin & Co are
offering any sale or letting that
is generated through a player
of the club, 10% of the
commission fee will be paid
Darren Loose – Director said
“I am very pleased and proud
to be supporting Ringwood
Town Football Club. You
added the 10% pay back
scheme as this will hopefully
generate extra funds for the
club. I used this with a tennis
club in Winchester and it
generated over £1800 for the
club”.
By having a winning mentality
Martin & Co and Ringwood
Town Football Club will have
a very exciting future.
If you are interested in more
details with regards
joining the football club or you
would like property advice
please contact :
back to the club. This will help
with the on-going running of
the club along with maintenance and general upkeep.
might not know but the club is
run by volunteers and without
them and sponsorship the
club wouldn’t exist. We have
Darren Loose on
01425 474005 /
07540969780 or
Nick Beavan on
01425 474005 /
07401815615
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A•er experiencing a huge emo•onal trauma, which le• me unable
to concentrate on day-to-day tasks, I had a beau•ful session with
Jackie which restored me back to a calm and balanced person,
which was nothing short of a miracle. Jackie is my life-line, and I
am able to call her for guidance and support in moments of crisis.
I value her so much that I travel from Switzerland to see her.
Elizabeth - Switzerland
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ENERGY THERAPY REIKI
Instead of telling you about how Reiki works, I
thought it best to let my clients tell you about their
experiences and how it has helped them...
Jackie Howchin
Wow! Today I had my first ever Reiki session and I chose to use Jackie. As we all know, things happen
for a reason so maybe I was supposed to meet her ... and what a fabulous person she is. Everything
was explained to me in very clear and fine detail so that it could be easily understood. The actual
session itself was exhilarating. Jackie does not jump straight into the reiki part … she discusses everything and gets to the root of the issue. She is kind and sensitive and allows you to fully open up with
any concerns or issues you have. Jackie is more than a reiki practitioner. She is more of a life guide /
coach. Jackie is a pillar of strength and I am really looking forward to working with her to improve every
area of my life. Thank you Jackie … just for being you. xx
Sarah – Bournemouth
I was referred to Jackie by a relative who had also been suffering from anxiety and stress. I had already
seen the amazing effect that Jackie had on her, and I decided to try Reiki for myself. After just one
session I felt so much more positive and confident. Jackie has a wonderful ability to make you feel like
she has all the time in the world for you, and puts you at ease instantly. I’m so privileged to have met
her and would highly recommend Reiki with her to anyone.
Laurie – Bournemouth
I came to see Jackie a year on from a gruelling divorce and exhausted from the rigours of single parenting two daughters. I had survived, but I was incredibly weary and still very angry. As someone who is
a ‘coper’ and who usually gets through life with grim determination and a breezy ‘i’m fine’, I recognised
that I hadn’t processed many of my feelings and the tools I was used to using i.e. my head, just weren’t
working for me any more. Therefore I turned to Reiki as a means of bypassing my head and working
with myself at an energetic level. I was sceptical that it would make any kind of difference and half
expected it to be a nice relaxation but nothing more. After the first session however, I experienced a
profound shift in my feelings. I felt, lighter, freer, more full of love and gratitude for my life and my daughters, less stressed and considerably more open. Thank you Jackie for the very intuitive, loving gift that
you have. I will also be bringing my daughters to you soon.
Anna - Alderholt
My husband died of cancer and I was a lost soul with no direction. I saw Jackie's advert and thought
why not. With the correct presence of mind we are capable of doing anything and Jackie restored my
confidence and want to join the world again. From the first session I was relaxed and Jackie has the
capability to make you feel like your the only person who is important. She listens and cares for her
clients with a true passion. The power of positive thought is a wonderful state of mind and with Jackie's
help I have achieved not only direction but also a desire for life. I will never stop missing my husband
but with Reiki and Jackie I can now face the world with my head held high. The deep relaxation is an all
consuming therapy and very enjoyable. We should all have a Jackie in our lives.
Judith - Ringwood
Jackie is incredibly warm and genuine and made me feel comfortable and relaxed straight away (which
isn’t easy for me!). She is insightful and understanding and has really helped me make such quick progress in a really short time. Her passion for Reiki is infectious. I’m so pleased I’ve met her and benefited
from her positive influence!
Lauren - New Forest
“Thank you is not enough … but it’s the only words I have. Thank you for making me feel unbroken and
unblocked. Thank you for your fantastic words of encouragement. Thank you! You are a beautiful
soul, inside and out. I hope you see what I can see – and that you realise just how much you are worth.
I am so blessed to know you. THANK YOU!”
Fiona – Yeovil
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Focus on... Health
Oh Sugar ... Could you be Addicted ?
I remember a friend telling me
years ago that she couldn’t
walk past a sweet shop
without becoming shaky and
breaking into a cold, clammy
sweat. The only cure was to
enter the shop and buy a bar
cells. But it is the ready availability of refined sugar and its
use as a mood-booster to give
an instant ‘lift’ that is prompting some health experts to
consider sugar addiction. One
senior Dutch health official
pleasant sugar rush triggers
an increase in insulin as the
body strives to bring blood
glucose levels back to normal,
which has the knock-on effect
of causing a ‘sugar crash’ and
makes many crave yet more
sugar, leading to binge eating.
This cycle of ‘surge’
followed by ‘crash’ is even
more pronounced when the
sugar comes from foods rich
in simple sugars, like
chocolate, sweets and fizzy
drinks. They are absorbed
much more quickly into the
blood stream, causing a faster
and more frequent cycle.
Eating more complex sugars
or carbohydrates such as
whole wheat bread, cereal
and pasta, or simple carbohydrates like fruit, vegetables
and dairy products which
also contain fibre and protein,
slows down the process.
of chocolate which she would
gobble immediately.
My friend Sandy was displaying symptoms typical of a
sugar addict – a condition that
may not have been recognised twenty or thirty years
ago, but which is certainly
gaining more attention in today’s world of ever-increasing
convenience and sugary
foods.
Sugar is essential to the
proper function of the body.
Glucose in particular is important to the brain, as it provides
the only source of fuel to its
one hundred billion nerve
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has even described sugar as
“the most dangerous drug of
the times” and has called for
health warnings to be carried
on sweets and soft drinks
packaging.
Research has shown that
sugar can affect the same
‘feel good’ brain hormones as
street drugs like cocaine, and
that sugar withdrawal may
create the same symptoms
as withdrawal from nicotine,
morphine and alcohol.
Eating sugar prompts the
body to release the ‘happy
hormone’ serotonin into the
blood stream. However, this
According to the NHS, addedsugars shouldn’t make up
more than 10% of the energy
we get from food and drink
each day, which is about 70g
for men and 50g for women.
By cutting down the amount of
sugar we consume each day,
we can reduce the risk of
becoming addicts like my
friend Sandy. Always
remember to check food
labels, and bear in mind that
food products containing more
than 15% sugar are
considered high in sugar and
low if they have less than 5g
per 100g.
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Local business Comfort Rooms is now into their third year
of trading. They have been transforming conservatories into
bright usable spaces in Bournemouth, and beyond, since
2012. With an excellent reputation for workmanship and
service they have approaching 300 happy customers. To transform often too hot, too cold conservatories Comfort
Rooms uses their own unique insulation, which will make
your conservatory up to 70% cooler in summer and 90%
warmer in winter. That is not all, installing your insulated
conservatory ceiling will also help to reduce your energy
bills, making it a worthwhile investment.
All of Comfort Rooms customers are amazed by the results.
‘We were only able to use our conservatory a few months
of the year before’, says Mrs Tunstall from New Milton.
‘Now we are using it all the time, even the cat loves it!’
When choosing a company to work in your home not only
do you want good job, but it is always wise to ensure they
have the right insurance. Comfort Rooms is fully insured,
and all work is guaranteed for 4 years, so you can be
assured that your conservatory is in good hands. All
Comfort Rooms insulated ceilings are also only subject to
5% VAT due to a government scheme offering a reduced
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Comfort Rooms can transform your conservatory as well,
and with a no high pressure sales policy you can be
assured when their representative visits your home, you will
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Focus on... Pets
Puppy Love !
Let’s face it, puppies are little
bundles of gorgeousness and
when choosing one it’s easy
to get carried away, but don’t.
It is important to think very
carefully about whether that
puppy (or indeed any puppy)
is a good choice. But let’s
assume for now that you’ve
decided you really do have
room in your life for a dog.
The first step is to research
which breed or type of
mongrel suits your circumstances, and also the dog’s
size and nature.
Have you got room for a
puppy that will grow into a
large dog? How much time
do you have to exercise a
dog? Do you have children, or
any other pets that it must be
compatible with? In addition to
the purchase cost, what
ongoing costs must you
consider e.g. food and vet
bills; a large dog will eat
much more than a small one,
and some breeds are prone
to medical problems which
may be expensive to treat.
Consider the dogs coat if
shedding hair might be an
issue. Would a dog or a bitch
be a better choice? Male dogs
can be more dominant and
headstrong; with females, you
will need to consider how you
will cope when she comes into
season.
boisterous children. Hounds
need lots of exercise, and
breeds that have a working
history need plenty of mental
stimulation so that they don’t
get in to mischief. Border
Collies for instance, can
become stressed if they are
not active and given lots of
attention. Gun dogs are easy
to train and settle well into
most houses.
If you choose a pedigree
dog, you will know exactly
how large your pup will grow
and what it will look like. You
should buy from an experienced breeder who can give
you lots of information and
allow you to meet the parents.
As I mentioned earlier, some
breeds have potential
‘inherited diseases’ or known
health issues in later life, so
ask about this if you want to
avoid hefty vet bills. Crossbreeds can be cheaper to buy;
they can even be free, but if
you can’t see both parents
you may get a surprise when
it grows much larger than you
expected. There are currently
some very fashionable cross
breeds such as the
Labradoodle - a Labrador /
poodle cross, or a Cockerpoo
– a cocker spaniel / poodle
cross. These can combine the
best features of each breed.
Resist buying a puppy that is
left on its own and appears
withdrawn, as it may have or
develop personality issues.
You should choose a lively,
alert puppy in good health.
To give your puppy a good
start in its new home, try not
to have too many people
around when it arrives. Be
relaxed and allow your puppy
to sniff around. Offer it food
and water although you may
find it refuses for a while.
Try to establish a routine.
Once settled in, you can look
forward to your puppy being
a loving companion for many
years.
Terriers are lively dogs that
need lots of exercise for their
size and can be tricky to train,
but they are generally good
with children. Toy dogs seem
particularly prone to becoming
snappy if they are anxious,
which they may be around
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Jackie Howchin
“We contacted Jackie because our Yorkshire Terrier Milli was very hyperactive and sometimes showed signs of stress. After only three sessions she
has calmed down considerably and seems much happier – although she is still
a little excitable at times. This obviously makes us happier and more at ease.
Milli seems to really enjoy the treatment she receives and it is lovely to see her
more relaxed. Jackie has a real empathy with Milli, you only have to see her
working with Milli to realise this. We have already recommended Jackie to one
of our friends as we are so very pleased with the progress she has made with
Milli. Contacting Jackie was the best thing we could have done for all of us.”
Ron & Daphne – Ringwood
ENERGY THERAPY
Reiki for Pets & Animals
A gentle and natural approach - Reiki ...
works on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels of animals.
deepens the bond between human and animal.
complements both conventional and holistic medicine.
can lessen the side effects of medicines and other procedures.
can help maintain health on all levels.
can help and support a dying animal and ease the transition at
the end of its life.
is very helpful for any animal that has
been in a shelter situation.
induces deep relaxation and
stress-reduction.
Over time, Reiki can reduce
nervousness.
Cer!fied
Reiki Master
& Teacher
Home Visits
available
Member of the
Reiki Guild
Jackie Howchin RGP
Phone: 07706 373 014
Email: [email protected]
Wesbite: www.jackiehowchin.com
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Focus on... Community News
FALLS PREVENTION WORKSHOPS
Steady and stronger for longer
Steady and Strong exercise classes are taught by qualified postural stability instructors, who have
been specifically trained to help reduce falls in older people. The classes are suitable for any older
person in Hampshire who has had or who is worried about having a fall, has decreased mobility or
has trouble with their balance. The aim of the classes is to keep people on their feet to help them
stay independent. The classes also link in with the NHS led fall prevention classes and provide a
follow on for people completing their rehabilitation. The classes last for an hour and are run in a
friendly atmosphere and usually close with the opportunity for a chat over a cup of tea. The prices
vary from £3 - £3.50 per session. Classes in Ringwood are led by experienced Postural Stability
Instructor Gilly Ostler and are at Quaker Court on Thursday at 10.100am and 11.00am.
For more information or to book on a class for the first time contact Gilly Ostler on: 07817 233 707
CONTACT THE ELDERLY
(Registered Charity: 244681)
Once a month elderly people from Bournemouth, Chrustchurch, West Moors and Ferndown are
taken out for a little car rise one Sunday afternoon each month with volunteer car drivers, followed
by Sunday afternoon tea at volunteer host and hostesses private homes. We only ask our host
families to provide tea, preferably for up to six elderly people and two car drivers, just one Sunday
afternoon a year. They must have a downstairs cloackroom. We are looking for more volunteer
hosts and hostesses to come forward. Please phone Carolyn Dennis 01202 424482
NEW FOREST DISABILITY INFORMATION SERVICE
New Forest Disability Information Service Outreach
is visiting the following Libraries on the second Wednesday/Friday in each month:
Ringwood Library (Friday) and Fordingbridge Library (Wednesday)
Providing free confidential information and advice to the disabled and their carers,
friends and family. Information and Advice on: Benefits, equipment, transport, holidays, access,
home adaptations etc. We also sell new and 2nd-hand equipment.
If you are unable to call in our helpline No. is 01425 628750
DORSET MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Help a local older person with cancer
If you understand the impact that a cancer diagnosis can have and would like to give one to one
support to someone over 50 who may otherwise face cancer alone call Dorset Macmillan
Advocacy. Volunteers age 50+ are particularly welcome to join our team. We build on your life
experience with advocacy skills training. Important qualities for volunteer advocates are being
resilient and non-judgemental. You should enjoy listening to, empowering and speaking alongside
a person affected by cancer. Volunteer advocates visit their partner at home and may go with them
to medical appointments. Ideally you would be flexible and able to give about half a day a week.
Support and expenses are provided.
Telephone 0300 012 0256 or e mail [email protected]
THE RINGWOOD & FORDINGBRIDGE CLUB FOR THE BLIND
The Club meets every second and fourth Thursday each month from 2-4pm at the Greyfriars
Activity Centre in Ringwood. New members and volunteers always welcome.
Telephone: Kate Henderson 01425 476568 or Mary Peach 01425 470008 for details.
NEW FOREST JAZZ WORKSHOP
It was “welcome back” for the members of the New Forest jazz Workshop, who returned to
Godshill Village Hall on the final Wednesday evening of January. Derek welcomed everyone back,
and Will, our Musical Director, commenced proceedings with a Bb Blues, nicely warming
everybody up. Don’t forget our all day workshop with the well-known Musical Director, Mark
Bassey 10.00 am – 4.00 pm, on Saturday 18th April, at Godshill Village Hall.
If you’d like to join us, or even consider using us, do please contact Derek Ayling on 01425 650770,
or email us on: [email protected]
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Bosch Car Service Centre
The national network of independent garages
Kings Arms Row
Ringwood
BH24 1BH
www.bickerleygarage.co.uk
. Servicing
. Air Conditioning
. MOT Testing Station
. Wheel Alignment
. Tyres
. Clutches
. Braking Systems
. Diagnostics
. All Makes & Models
. Technical Expertise
. First Class Customer Care
. Top Quality Bosch Trained
Mechanics
. Free Collection & Delivery
. Loan Car Available
MOTs
£39.50
Telephone: 01425 470 203
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Proud sponsors
of the family stand
CONSERVATORIES
All our conservatories and orangeries are individually made and designed to
complement the style of your home, making a conservatory a very cost
effective and enjoyable way to add light and space to your home. Whether
your home is modern or traditional, we will design a building to complement
your home perfectly, providing you with a beautiful, comfortable room all
year round that suits your lifestyle and your budget.
CONSERVATORIES - ORANGERIES - WINDOWS - LIVIN ROOMS
Come and visit our show site at Stewarts Garden Centre, Lyndhurst Road,
Christchurch, BH23 4SA Tel: 01425 274000
www.broomhillgardenbuildings.co.uk
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Proud sponsors
of the family stand
GARDEN BUILDINGS
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Garden Offices
Log Cabins
At Broomhill Garden Buildings we
offer an extensive range of
buildings in all styles and sizes. A
lovely summerhouse or log cabin
can really enhance the beauty of
your garden and provide you with
extra living space throughout the
whole year, providing practical
solutions and creating beautiful
environments. Whether its for work,
play, entertaining or just relaxing !
Summerhouses
Sheds
Come and visit our show site with over 70 buildings on display at
Stewarts Garden Centre, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch, BH23 4SA
TEL : 01425 274000
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Focus on... What’s On
What
When
Where
TOTS AND TINIES
Children’s activities including
songs, rhymes and fun
Every Wednesday during
term-time 11.00 - 11.30am
Storytime weekly on
Thursdays during term-time
11.00 - 11.30am
Ringwood Library
Ringwood
Further info visit the website:
http://www3.hants.gov.uk/
library/ringwood-library.htm
The New Forest Jazz Workshop
Jazz workshops every month for
musicians who want to learn to
play jazz. Any level welcome.
Every final Wednesday of the
month, every month.
7.30pm
Cost: £4 per session
(includes tea & biscuits)
Godshill Village Hall
Godshill
TinyTalk Babysigning
www.tinytalk.co.uk/tracyw
Every Tuesday at 10.15am
during term time
The Parish Rooms,
The Parish Church, Market
Place, Ringwood
Fordingbridge
Bridge Club
Friendly club. Gentle Duplicate
played each week
Every Tuesday
7pm - 10pm
Avonwway Community Centre
Fordingbridge
Contact:
Sue Hughes on 01425 657795
Janet McDougall on 01722
341292
£2 per session
(includes tea and biscuits)
Contact Derek Ayling on
01425 650770 or
[email protected]
Greyfriars Community Centre
Ringwood
For info or to join call
David Lowe 01425 482602
Ringwood Art Society
Monthly demonstrations by artists,
workshops, pottery afternoons &
trips. New members welcome
Meet every 3rd Monday each
month from 7 pm - 9.30pm
ART CLASSES
Personal Tuition. Learn how to
paint and draw. Weekly classes
plus regular Saturday workshops
Monday, Tuesday and
Thursday
9.30am - 12.30pm
Cost £13 for a 3 hour session
Contact Lorna on
01425 477828 or email:
[email protected]
The Victoria Rooms
Fordingbridge
and
Greyfriars Community Centre
Ringwood
Alzheimers Society
Ringwood Dementia Cafe
2nd and 4th Wednesday
of each month
2.00pm - 3.30pm
Ringwood Conservative Club
22 Christchurch Road
Ringwood BH24 1DN
Email:
www.ringwoodartsociety.org
[email protected]
Trinity Centre
Christchurch Road
Ringwood BH24 1DH
Email:
Alzheimers Society
Remembering Sport
Ringwood
2nd and 4th Monday
of each month
10.30am - 12.00 noon
Ferndown & District
Horticultural Society
Mike Read : “The Arts and Skills
of Wildlife Photography”
Friday 13th March
7.30pm
(Entrance Fee:
Contribution only)
Ferndown Village Hall
Church Road, Ferndown
The New Forest Jazz Workshop
Every final Wednesday of the
month at 7.30pm
Cost: £4 per session
(includes tea & biscuits)
Godshill Village Hall, Godshill
[email protected]
Jazz workshops every month for
musicians who want to learn to
play jazz. Any level welcome.
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[email protected]
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Focus on... Beauty
Non-Surgical Facelifts !
They come to us all – wrinkles, laughter lines, crow’s
feet. Whatever you call them,
as we age, our faces age with
us. But as 50 becomes the
new 40 – or it is 30? Some of
us don’t want to look the age
we are, we want to look the
age we feel! Until recently,
the only option for a youngerlooking face was a facelift.
This meant expense, pain, a
long recovery time and many
potential side effects. Now,
however, there is a non-surgical option that is gaining in
popularity.
A non-surgical facelift reduces
wrinkles and tightens loose
skin. It is a minimally invasive
procedure that works by heating the deeper layers of skin –
the dermis – using either infrared (laser) or radiofrequency
energy to promote what is
called a ‘healing response’.
This stimulates production of
new collagen and remodels
the existing collagen. The effect is to contract the layers of
skin above and make the face
appear plumper and smoother. The treatment can also be
used on the jaw line, neck,
abdomen, bottom, upper arms
and thighs.
Some procedures use local
anaesthetics or over-thecounter pain relief, but others
need nothing at all. You will be
given something to cool your
skin during the procedure and
you may experience some
temporary swelling, redness
or skin blanching. Unlike
chemical peel and microdermabrasion techniques, no
skin is removed and so nonsurgical facelifts are generally
more suitable for people with
darker skin. More serious
side effects such as bumps,
blisters, pigmentation changes
or skin depressions are very
rare. Because the treatment is
non-invasive, there is normally
no need to take time off work.
An advantage of the non-surgical facelift is that it is significantly cheaper than a surgical
procedure. Sometimes only
one treatment is required, but
often two or three treatments
are given a month apart. The
full results may not be seen
until six months later.
You should bear in mind
though, that the effect will
not be as dramatic as with
a surgical facelift because
the non-surgical procedure
doesn’t actually remove
excess skin or fat. Results will
vary according to differences
in skin thickness and texture,
in healing response and in the
person’s lifestyle. Non-surgical
facelifts are most suited to
younger people who are beginning to notice that their skin
is ageing, but wish to delay
more invasive procedures for
a few years. They are also
good for people who are unable to have surgery.
If you decide to go ahead
with a non-surgical facelift,
make sure you research the
experience and training of
the person who will perform
the procedure. Always ask for
references and follow them
up. Then lie back and watch
the years melt away.
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The New Forest Volunteer Centre
Volunteering goes local ...
Ever though about volunteering but not sure where to start? The New Forest Volunteer
Centre can help. Come and meet with one of our friendly volunteering ambassadors at
various locations throughout the New Forest.
No need to make an appointment – just turn up! Even if you only have a small amount
of time to give you can make a difference! All times are 10.30am – 12 noon.
Ringwood Gateway : Wednesday 4 March
Lymington Library : Monday 9 March
Fordingbridge Library : Wednesday 18 March
New Milton Library : Monday 23 March
For more information contact Sarah Suddrey Volunteer Centre Co-ordintaor on
01425 482773 email: [email protected] or visit www.cfnf.org.uk
Community First New Forest’s Support services seek to improve the quality of life for
people and communities in the New Forest district. These include amongst others:
Helping people to remain independent in their homes / Emergency short-term
accommodation for homeless young people / A caring and sitting service for the elderly
and those in need / A low-cost handyman service / Transport services / Providing support
to vulnerable children, young people and families.
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Focus on... Puzzle Solutions
SUDOKU
BRAIN GAMES
1.
2.
3.
GERANIUM
1 2 6 7 8 4 9 3 5
GARDENIA
8 5 3 2 1 9 7 6 4
COLUMBINA
4 9 7 3 5 6 1 8 2
CELANDINE
3 4 8 5 7 2 6 9 1
Each word may be preceded by
the word GREEN to form a new
word.
2 7 5 9 6 1 3 4 8
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7 3 4 8 9 5 2 1 6
The series consists of the squares
of 1+2, 3+4, 5+6 etc
9 6 2 1 4 7 8 5 3
4.
Each word may be preceded by
the word BREAK for form a new
word.
5.
RAIN MAN
5 8 1 6 2 3 4 7 9
KIDS PAGE: Word Play
A. Word Chain:
OWE - OWL - OIL - NIL - NIP NAP - MAP
LOCAL HERO
HIGH NOON
PAPER MOON
6.
6 1 9 4 3 8 5 2 7
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They are a series of prime
numbers.
WORTH REMEMBERING!
There’s always going to be people that
hurt you so what you have to do is keep on
trusting & just be more careful about who
you trust next time around...
Make yourself a better person & know
who you are before you try & know
someone else & expect them to know you.
Don’t try so hard, the best things come
when you least expect them to.
B.
1.
2.
3.
New words:
PAST into FAST
MORE into MARE
KEEP into WEEP
C.
1.
2.
3.
New meanings:
MORE
SORE
CORE
D. Jumbled word:
HELICOPTER
1.
2.
3.
CHOIR
PIECE
CHORE
E. Something funny:
JOKE
REMEMBER:
ANAGRAM
WHATEVER HAPPENS,
HAPPENS FOR A REASON.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
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