Papworth and District Day Centre
TREASURER NEEDED
The Day Centre stands at a critical juncture. Every day, clients leave with smiles and hearts full of warmth from genuine community connection. But without a volunteer Treasurer for our Board of Trustees, this vital work is at risk.
The good news? It's not overwhelming. Current Treasurer Jeff confirms the work is manageable and straightforward—perfect for someone with basic financial skills who wants to make a real difference. Ring Jeff on 01480 880441 for a friendly, no-obligation chat. Your involvement could be the key to keeping this wonderful Day Centre thriving.
Call Jeff now on 01480 880441
August Report
Happy Birthday Mandy
We would like to mention first how very grateful the Day Centre is for the advert produced by editors Janet and Peter Dobson to help us recruit a new Volunteer Treasurer. The advert was placed on the News & Views website and included lovely artwork created by Peter.
At the time of writing we are still looking for a Treasurer. Please ring Jeff on 01480 880441 for a friendly chat without obligation. Jeff is needing to retire as Treasurer, so a new one is needed to help keep the Day Centre going. All the clients go home having thoroughly enjoyed their day, so the Day Centre is very worthwhile to be involved with.
The aim of the Day Centre is to provide a welcome social event and a meal for elderly, isolated or lonely clients each week on Tuesdays. There are no minimum age or ability requirements. New clients and volunteers are always welcome.
On 25th August we celebrated Mandy’s birthday with Sherry or Apple Juice. In the morning we played one of our favourite games called ‘Buckets’ as a change from our usual Dominoes, crafting and Scrabble. Mandy cooked a lovely sausage and mashed potato with vegetables and gravy for lunch. In the afternoon we were entertained by Charlie Chaplin who sung Day Centre favourites such as ‘That’ll be the Day’, ‘Love Letters in the Sand’, ‘Living Doll’, Sweet Caroline’.
On 18th August we celebrated Bill’s birthday with Sherry or Apple Juice, with cake made by Sylvia in the afternoon. We didn’t have an outside entertainer so we entertained ourselves with a T.V. theme tune quiz. The concept was Carol’s idea.
On 11th August we had another welcome visit from Jukebox Legend Fiona McLean who got may people singing and dancing to favourites such as ‘Sweet Nothings’, ‘Stupid Cupid’, ‘Dream Lover’, ‘Let’s Twist Again’, ‘Great Balls of fire’. Lunch was a lovely quiche with potatoes and Salad, and Lemon Meringue Pie.
On 28th of July we celebrated Ken’s birthday who is now ninety four. We celebrated in usual style with Sherry or Shloer.
On 4th August we had great fun playing bingo. The prizes were frugal: a fruit pastel from the packet, but the excitement of winning was still present. Lunch was pasta bolognese with lovely soft garlic bread, with fruit with jelly and cream to finish.
If you are interested in joining the Day Centre or finding out more, either on your own behalf, or on behalf of a loved one, please phone Jenny on 01480 492697. You can refer yourself and we also welcome referrals from G.P.s and other Health and Social Care Professionals, and other sources.
The details of how the Day Centre runs are below:
The cost is £13 per day including morning tea and coffee and a delicious two course meal, afternoon tea and cake, and sometimes outside entertainment. We meet every Tuesday between 10am and 3pm. The Centre is fully wheelchair accessible. Transport is available.
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If you would like to find out more about the Day Centre, why not call the following? We would love to hear from you.
Contact: Jenny on 01480 492697 for further details, if there is no answer please leave a message or your name and number, and she will call back.
