Newsletter No.14 – October 2019

The clocks have gone back and there are signs of colder times ahead. Swimming in the sea is a different experience every morning but still invigorating and worth getting up for some glorious sun rises. We have been consolidating and reflecting on our first year of drop ins and are so incredibly grateful to our volunteers without whom we would not be able to offer this weekly support. More on volunteers later.

Co-op Local Community Fund
Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support has been chosen to benefit from the next round of the Co-op Local Community Fund.
The funding round will open on 27 October 2019 and close on 24 October 2020. Every time a member buys selected own-brand products and services, 1% of the money they spend goes to local causes in their community. Not a member? Join here

During this funding phase, Co-op Members will be able to choose Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support as their local cause.

Christmas Cards and Wreath Making!
We are delighted to be able to offer up to 10 people a free Christmas Wreath making workshop. Do come along on Monday 9th December to our drop in 2-4pm to make your own Christmas Wreath. Either for your door or for a table decoration, all material provided and no doubt there will be a mince pie or two!
To book a place either see our facebook page or contact mary@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk

Help us to fundraise

With thanks to Kevin, our treasurer, we now have two more ways you can contribute to the charity. We have added a donate button to the website where you can do a one off donation or set up a monthly standing order through Localgiving. We are able to claim gift aid so please do support us, the gift aid makes such a difference.

You can also sign up for EasyFundrasing – every time you shop online, at no cost to you, we receive donations from the participating stores. Sign up today!

Further details on our website

Recommended Reading

This month’s recommended book is very topical as this month we have seen a lot in the press about the menopause. The Balance Plan by Angelique Panagos talks about all things related to hormones through all stages of our life .Appropriate for both men and women! Some great pieces of advice and recipes.

Would you like to volunteer with us? This month we welcomed two new volunteers Tiffany and Lynne, we look forward to working with them in the coming months. We were joined by a representative from Macmillan at our training session, it was great to have Sam’s input and support. If you would like to join us, or know anyone who could help us with administration, hosting our drop-in sessions, fundraising etc, please get in touch. We are holding our next volunteer training session on December 4th.

Please email mary@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk for more information on the roles available and an application form.

Dates for your diary

Guided meditation
With Wendy Lowis Bates. Thursdays 11 – 12.30 in Charmouth.
£5.00 per session with fresh mint tea.
Contact wendylowisbates@gmail.com

Weekly drop-in sessions
Our weekly drop-in sessions will continue – do please pop along for a cuppa and a chat. Sessions are held at the Scott Rowe room, Axminster Hospital and the Football Club, Lyme Regis. The next few sessions are:
Monday 4th November – Axminster, 2-4pm
Monday 11th November – Lyme Regis, 2-4pm
Monday 18th November – Axminster, 2-4pm
Monday 25th November – Lyme Regis, 2-4pm
Monday 4th November – Axminster, 2-4pm
Monday 2nd December – Lyme Regis, 2-4pm

Nordic Walking
We are delighted to have arranged with Gillian Butcher from Lyme Bay Nordic Walking to provide fortnightly Nordic Walks in the areas.

To be eligible to join this walk, please register with the charity by contacting Mary admin@axminsterandlymecancersupport.co.uk or Mobile 07512279663. Once registered you can book your place on walks on a week to week basis with Gillian lymebaynordicwalking@gmail.com and information about the walks will come out via weekly emails.

There is no charge for this walk but a suggested donation of £2 would be appreciated and each walker will need to pay the £1 pole hire unless they have their own. We have had offers of help with transport so please advise if you would like a lift and your address/pick up point.

There are funds available to help with the initial lessons if you are new to Nordic Walking.
13 November, 27 November, 11 December

More dates for your diaries:

Volunteer training 4th December 1-4pm Heathermoor
Blokes Brunch 8 February 2020 at the River Cottage Kitchen and Deli 9.30am-11am.
More details to come.This event will be open to all men and will include a free brunch.

Also – do please put our next fundraiser in your diaries:

Quiz Night Friday – 15^th November 6.30pm Uplyme Scout Hut

We look forward to seeing you at one of our future events or drop-in sessions. Thank you again for your continued support.

Kind Regards

Mary Kahn
Founder

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