What better day is there than take your dog to work day? On Sunday 28th July our Ipswich Area Coordinator, Becca Macro, attended the ‘Suffolk Dog Day’ event at Helmingham Hall, in order to promote and provide information about our services. We had a stand full of leaflets, posters and small goodies such as balloons and badges. It was an excellent day, with lots of cute dogs and various people to talk to. Becca even brought along her dog, Neo, who is 14 1/2 years old!
Old Foundry Road community group
Cat Davison is now running a community group in Ipswich.
This is a group to support the residents living in the Old Foundry Road flats (Oak Housing) by providing a friendly, informal fortnightly session on Thursdays 10AM until 12PM to encourage residents to meet with one another, enjoy refreshments together, gain advice and support and improve personal wellbeing.
For more information you can contact Cat via email at cat.davison@thebefriendingscheme.org.uk or via phone on 07722 407185
Prudential Ride London - fundraising for TBS!
Mark Swift, a local (Sudbury) architect is doing the Prudential Ride London to raise funds for The befriending Scheme on Sunday 4th August. Mark, 65, is a keen cyclist and has been stepping up his training ready for the 100-mile ride in London. This famous ride was on Mark's "bucket list "so was delighted to have been awarded a place courtesy of The befriending scheme. If you could take a moment to visit Mark’s Just giving page and donate if possible it would be greatly appreciated.
Mark Swift alongside The befriending scheme CEO, Shirley Moore.
The route for the 100 mile bike ride!
TBS at Party In The Park!
The befriending scheme are organising the acoustic stage for party in the park on Sunday 28th July. We will offer live acoustic music from 11am – 5pm, showcasing the talents of our members and local young performers. We will also have a promotional stand to highlight The Befriending Scheme's services, supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. This stand will serve cakes, available for a donation.
TASH WELCOMES BABY BOY
Our Area Coordinator for Sudbury, Tash Young, has recently welcomed a beautiful little boy, George, in to the world. We are all elated for her, and look forward to welcoming her back to the team in April.
Bury HUB Garden Fete - Wednesday 28th August - 11am to 1pm - Quaker Meeting House
Join us for our Garden Fete, at the Quaker Friends Meeting House, St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1SJ between 11am and 1pm for fun and games to raise funds for The Befriending Scheme.
Activities will include Name the Teddy, Plants and Cake Stall, Garden Games, Guess the number of sweets in the jar, Scavenger Hunt, Live Music and a Raffle.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Call Annie on 07505 398245 for details