Another shout out, this time to Tesco who provided this gorgeous Christmas hamper and the Lions who provided funding towards our Christmas party. We really appreciate all of this support from the local community to help make this time of the year special.

Congratulations to Marian, our cook, who prepared a delicious Christmas lunch for 60 of our lunch club members, and for the recorder trio for their entertainment. It was a massive achievement to cook for so many, helped by our wonderful team of volunteers. As you can see our clients also got into the Christmas spirit! A big thank you also to Waitrose who paid for everyone’s meal.

We are seeking volunteers for our new Link Up service to visit people at home that are in need of some social contact. If you have some spare time, and a friendly disposition please contact Sheridan for more information.

Our first Christmas Party since Covid hit will be held at the Community Centre, Love Lane, on Friday 15th December, 2-4pm. With live music and an afternoon Christmas tea we hope you can join us. This is a free event and all are welcome. Contact Sheridan to book a place.

Can you spare a Wednesday morning once a month to drive our minibus? This is to take people into town so they can do their shopping. It’s a lovely group of people, and a very rewarding role. Induction training given, and the option to do MiDAS training. Contact Sheridan to have an initial chat.

Strengthen every muscle in your body with our new chair-based exercise class. Using the chair as a prop you will work your core, develop your balance, build your strength. Try a free taster session on Friday September 29th, 10-11am, at Winton House Centre on the High Street, Petersfield. A six week block runs from 13th October to 17th November, £30 for all 6 sessions. Contact us to book a place.

Lunch club clients were absolutely thrilled when Marian, our cook, announced that a donation from Waitrose meant half price meals for three weeks. A freshly cooked two course meal was available for just £3. There was a buzz of appreciation around the room. Thank you Waitrose - it really made a difference.

Would you like to improve your balance, core strength and stamina? Come and join our chair based exercise programme, where we use a chair as support or as a seat depending on your physical needs. It is surprisingly effective as a way to work every part of your body. Details of when and where will be released soon so contact us to register your interest.

What a wonderful week of events here at Age Concern to celebrate the King’s coronation with celebrations at our lunch club and an afternoon tea party at Bereleigh House in East Meon. We were thrilled to be invited to such a beautiful setting and grateful thanks to our hostess.

We had a beautiful sunny walk at this year's Charity Walk for Peace held at the Hogmoor Inclosure in Bordon. Thank you to everyone that sponsored us. The event is an initiative of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders Association – part of the UK’s oldest established Muslim community and as ever was well organised with a delicious curry afterwards. There will be a cheque presentation later in the year.