Herald - Issue 411

26th August 2021 • The HERALD • Page 43 v THE HERALD - ENCOURAGING LOCAL ENTERPRISE v WE CARE, YOU CARE In June, Greenbuttercup CIC’s planned ‘Cupcake Day’ in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society was unfortunately called o due to torrential rain. e rescheduled event (as part of a ‘Morning at the Allotment’) in July could well have also been cancelled - but this time because it was too hot! ey did, however, manage to go ahead, thanks to some shade from a gazebo. A group of people with Dementia and their relatives/carers spent a morning at the Community Allotment in Romsey, helping members of Transition Town Romsey (who are guardians of the allotment) weed, seed and plant various vegetables. ere was also fruit to pick, and rhubarb to take home for tea. ose who were not a fan of the sun, or of gardening, sheltered under the gazebo and made bird-scarers from recycled CDs and bottle tops, to hang over the planted raised borders. At tea break they were able at long last to enjoy some delicious cupcakes! Donations for the cakes totalled £30, which has been sent o to the Alzheimer’s Society. e bird-scarers were then hung up, and now provide an attractive addition to the allotment. A er a summer of outdoor events, Greenbuttercup’s Dementia Services are returning to the Green Room at the Plaza eatre, Romsey in September. e activities planned are: Friday 3rd September –Arts &Crafts - ‘Papercraft’; Friday 17th September – Reminiscence Activity Group – ‘Bakes & Cakes’ All being well, the sessions will continue on the rst and third Fridays of the month from 10.30am until 12.30pm. ere is a charge of £3 per person, and places need to be booked in advance. Greenbuttercup CIC will continue to observe COVID-19 precautions, in order to provide a safe environment for those attending. e Plaza eatre is an accessible, Covid-secure venue, with parking behind. Entry is up the ramp to the side door. For further information, or to book a place, please contact Pamela on: Pamela@ shadow26.plus.com or: 01794 501605. Dementia Services in Romsey Members spending the morning together at the allotment Age Concern New Forest Foot Clinics Understanding how important good foot care is to their clients, the foot clinics are still operating for local people aged 55+. They have taken many extra precautions to make them COVID-Safe. They also offer Toenail cutting for £20 or Toe & Fingernails for £25. The registered Podiatrists and Chiropodists are also able to give foot care advice and information on other treatments available. If you wish to book a foot care appointment, cancel, or amend one, please contact the o ce on: 023 8084 1199. A message can be le on the answer machine if necessary and they will return your call. Waterside Good Neighbours volunteers could help with transport if required. Clinics are as follows: Totton and Eling Community Centre: Every Wednesday and Friday at Civic Centre Buildings, Library Road, Totton, SO40 3AP. Hythe & Dibden Community Centre: 1st and 3rd Fridays, 1st Thursday and 3rd Monday at Brinton Lane, Hythe, SO45 6DU. Blackfield Baptist Church: 2nd and 4th Tuesday at Hampton Lane, Black eld, SO45 1XA.