Herald - Issue 490

Page 54 • The HERALD • 23rd April 2026 v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v M & J Mobility Can give you.... Freedom on the Road • Hoists • Pedal Transfers • Wheelchair Carriers • Hand Controls • Ramps • Easy Release Hand Brake • Wireless Controls • Swivel Seats and help Maintain YOUR Independence Scooters Wheelchairs Powerchairs Li & Recline Chairs Walking Aids Bath Aids and lots more... Visit our showroom at: Independent Lifestyle Centre Old Lyndhurst Road, Cadnam SO40 2NL or call for a catalogue on: 023 8081 1949 Making Mobility Affordable All scooters fully serviced Two months parts warranty Prices from £395 We buy secondhand mobility scooters Available to view and test drive at Waterside Furnishings For more information call 07881 127660 Life made simple Preloved mobility scooters WE CARE, YOU CARE West Cliff Hall Care Home Wins Top Award At Hartford Care’s Annual Award Ceremony Ireena Vuetibureta, Senior Care Assistant at West Cli Hall in Hythe, was awarded the Dedication to Care trophy at Hartford Care’s annual awards ceremony, held at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton in March. e event celebrates Hartford Care’s valued and hardworking team members from its care homes across England and Wales. Residents, family members, visitors and team members across the company’s homes, as well as the team from central support, voted for their winners by lling in a nomination form. Once all votes were collected, the directors at central support had the tough job of choosing the winners from all the nominations and comments provided. Dozens of positive comments were received to support the nominees. Lisa White, Operations Director at Hartford Care, said: “Ireena is an outstanding senior team member and proves it each and every day. She goes above and beyond, taking the time to check in, offer support and ensure everyone around her feels valued and cared for. Always approachable, she is compassionate and reassuring. She leads with kindness and creates an environment where people feel safe and supported. She gives her absolute best in everything she does and is truly deserving of this recognition.” Ireena Vuetibureta, Dedication to Care trophy winner A monthly social takes place on the third Friday of the month, 2pm–3.30pm at Age Concern Romsey on Linden Road. £3 for coffee, cake and activities. For more information call: 01794 518 817 or email: o ce@ ageconcernromsey.org. uk Monthly Social At Age Concern Romsey HYTHE HUDDLE Hythe Huddle, the drop in support group for people living with dementia and their carers, organised by Families Matter, meet on the first Wednesday of each month from 2pm to 4pm at Cornerstone URC, Hythe SO45 6BR. Activities are planned throughout the year including arts and cra s, entertainment and games. Hythe Huddle sessions also provide advice, community and support. eir next meeting is on Wednesday 6th May for entertainment from Burnt Toast. Refreshments are available, kindly donated by Tesco. For more information call: 023 8020 7623 or email: office.fm.hurc@gmail. com Dementia Chatabout at Totton Library Totton Library are hosting a weekly group for people living with Dementia and those who care for them. is is a free informal group where you can get a hot drink (and other refreshments) while chatting about experiences with others who are going through or have been through the same. e Dementia Chatabout group runs every Tuesday from 2pm-4pm. Drop in and say hello!

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