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4 reasons why Churches are setting up befriending schemes
Befriending works. It changes lives. These are not new discoveries. But perhaps what is new is that churches are realising this is a great way to reach out and bless their communities. So, why befriending? 1. It works. Barbara*, who is in her 70’s, never...
The Great Escaper – An Insight into the Delights & Challenges of Old Age
I was able to attend a preview this week of the film ‘The Great Escaper’ starring Michael Caine and the late Glenda Jackson. The film (you can see a trailer here) based on a true story, tells the story of Bernard (‘Bernie’) Jordan who ‘escapes’ (with some help from...
Holiday at Home 2023 – Aldridge Linking Lives
We have just finished our second ‘Holiday at Home’. Many organisations and activities cease during the school summer holidays and for anybody with no school age children, this can be a very long period with little to no routine or interaction. We decided to plug this...
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