AGEING WELL service
Our Ageing Well programme offers older people the support they need to stay connected to their community. We provide a range of services from groups, individual support including befriending and advice and support to carers.
Individual support
Befriending
Churn Good Neighbours is a free and confidential service available to anyone over 65 who is living alone. We match people with a volunteer befriender will make regular phone calls or visits and maybe even go out together for a walk or drive. The befriender will not take on other tasks but through the CGN manager they can help to signpost to other services.
Side by Side Support
Our volunteers can also work with people to help build confidence and regain independence by enabling them to engage in activities outside the home.
Carer’s Support
We can help a carer take some much needed time out by providing a volunteer to visit the person they are caring for. We also offer informal peer support through our Memory Club and other groups
For further information, please contact Kim Kimbell
Call: 01285 380035
Mobile: 07701 301 548
Email: kim.kimbell@thechurn.org.uk
Friendship CafÉ
For older people who would like to get together for a chat, support new friends and have a cuppa. We know that staying connected with other people has a positive impact on health. Sometimes life events mean that we lose some of the friendships and connections we have made. This group is extremely welcoming, there’s always a cup of tea and the chance for a chat. Come along and see for yourself.
Tuesday 2.00 - 3.45pm at Ashcroft Church, Ashcroft Road, Cirencester. (Café does not meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month).
No booking required, just turn up.
For further information, please contact Kim Kimbell
Call: 01285 380035
Mobile: 07701 301 548
Email: kim.kimbell@thechurn.org.uk
Living with Loss
An informal support group guided by a member of staff with peer support, providing understanding and encouragement for those who have been bereaved.
Meets third Monday of every month, 2.00pm - 3.30pm, at The Churn Project.
For further information, please contact Kim kimbell
Call: 01285 380035
Mobile: 07701 301548
Email: kim.kimbell@thechurn.org.uk
Memory Cafe
An opportunity for people living with dementia and their families to meet, socialise, participate in activities and share experiences with a separate support and information programme for carers.
Meets first and third Monday of every month, 2.00pm - 3.30pm, at Ashcroft Church in Cirencester.
For further information, please contact Kim Kimbell
Call: 01285 380035
Mobile: 07701 301548
Email: kim.kimbell@thechurn.org.uk
Sociable Stroll - Cirencester
Join us for a gentle companionable walk. Walks no longer than an hour. Walk starts from The Churn Project, Cirencester.
Well behaved dogs welcome! Walks wheelchair and buggy friendly.
Wednesdays 10.30am. No need to book.
For further information, please contact Kim Kimbell
Call: 01285 380035
Mobile: 07701 301548
Email: kim.kimbell@thechurn.org.uk
Sociable Stroll - South Cerney
Join us for a gentle companionable walk. Walks no longer than an hour. Walk starts from Fentons Community Centre, South Cerney, GL7 5WL.
Well behaved dogs welcome! Walks wheelchair and buggy friendly.
Wednesdays 10.30am. No need to book.
For further information, please contact Sarah Townsend
Call: 01285 380030
Email: sarah.townsend@thechurn.org.uk
