https://www.somerfordarc.com/category/drop-ins-support en Sun, 28 Apr 2024 22:10:51 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/watermans-park-funday https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/watermans-park-funday <ul> <li>Support group for those living with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s, Huntington's Disease & their amazing carers</li> <li>Crafting, entertainment, games and quizzes.</li> <li>Food & Refreshments included</li> <li>Free onsite counselling available</li> <li>For more information:</li> <li>Somerford ARC: 01202 470770</li> <li>info@somerfordarc.com</li> <li>www.somerfordarc.com</li> </ul> Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sovereign-drop-in https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sovereign-drop-in <p>Drop-in Advice</p> <p>Providing tenant help and support with:</p> <ul> <li>Advice on budgeting and Income</li> <li>Housing Advice</li> <li>Help with registering with homeswapper</li> <li>Free internet use</li> <li>Computer support</li> </ul> <p>For more information:</p> <p>Somerford ARC: 01202 470770</p> <p>Sovereign Housing: 0300 5000 926</p> <p>www.sovereign.org.uk</p> Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/citizens-advice-money-talks https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/citizens-advice-money-talks <p>Thursdays: 9.30am- 12.30pm</p> <p>Fortnightly: 10th, 24th March 2022, 7th, 21st April etc.</p> <p>Drop-in Advice</p> <p>Let’s Talk Money can help you are going through:</p> <ul> <li>Significant change of income</li> <li>Unemployment/ employment changes</li> <li>Short- or long-term illness</li> <li>Relationship/ family changes</li> </ul> <p>For more information:</p> <p>Somerford ARC: 01202 470770</p> <p>Citizens Advice: 0808 278 7939</p> <p>www.citizensadvice.org.uk</p> Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/computer-support https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/computer-support <p>Digital Champions are people of all ages and from all backgrounds and communities.</p> <p>They help others understand the benefits of using the internet and can show them how to do simple things online that can make a huge difference to people’s lives.</p> <p>A volunteer Digital Champion can help with:</p> <ul> <li>Computer support- getting started</li> <li>Emailing</li> <li>Internet use</li> <li>Social media</li> <li>Online shopping</li> </ul> <p>For more information:</p> <p>01202 470770</p> Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/go-puppy https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/go-puppy <ul> <li>Classes for puppies start every 6 weeks</li> <li>6 puppies per class</li> <li>Contact Hazel on 07900 211142 for more information</li> <li><a href="http://gopuppyfuntraining.co.uk/">http://gopuppyfuntraining.co.uk/</a></li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sofiactive-all-abilities-fitness-class https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sofiactive-all-abilities-fitness-class <ul> <li>Kickstart class to set you on your weight loss journey</li> <li>£6.00 per person</li> <li>Contact Sofia on 0777 543 0282 for more information</li> <li><a href="http://www.sofiactive.co.uk/">http://www.sofiactive.co.uk/</a></li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sofiactive-60-fit-club-2019-08-16-11-00-58 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sofiactive-60-fit-club-2019-08-16-11-00-58 <ul> <li>Fun, varied low impact class for over 60's</li> <li>£6.00 per person</li> <li>Contact Sofia on 0777 543 0282 for more information</li> <li><a href="http://www.sofiactive.co.uk/">http://www.sofiactive.co.uk/</a></li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/tap https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/tap <ul> <li>Children's tap class</li> <li>Contact 07714 750319 for more information</li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/ch-dance https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/ch-dance <ul> <li>Ever wanted to dance like they do on Strictly?</li> <li>no partner necessary</li> <li>£5.00 per person</li> <li>Contact Craig on 07789 637025</li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/dorset-mind https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/dorset-mind <ul> <li>Wellbeing drop- in for children</li> <li>11 - 13 years- 4pm - 5pm</li> <li>14- 18 years- 5pm - 6pm</li> <li><a href="http://dorsetmindyourhead.co.uk" target="_blank">dorsetmindyourhead.co.uk</a></li> </ul> Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/boogie-bounce https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/boogie-bounce <p style="text-align: left;">                   Book via Facebook on Facebook Page:</p> <p style="text-align: left;">             Lean mean motivated fun fitness Bournemouth</p> <p> </p> Sun, 05 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/citizens-advice-money-talks https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/citizens-advice-money-talks <ul> <li>Drop-in Advice</li> <li>We can all face problems that seem complicated or intimidating. At Citizens Advice they believe no one should have to face these problems without good quality, independent advice.</li> <li>They are here to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem.</li> <li>For more information:</li> <li>Somerford ARC: 01202 470770</li> <li>Citizens Advice: 0808 278 7939</li> <li>www.citizensadvice.org.uk</li> </ul> Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/bcha-meet-up-for-male-survivors-of-domestic-abuse https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/bcha-meet-up-for-male-survivors-of-domestic-abuse <ul> <li>Meet up for male survivors of Domestic Violence</li> <li>Domestic abuse is when someone in a close relationship with you, behaves in a way that causes you physical, mental, or emotional damage.</li> <li>Domestic abuse doesn't have to be physical violence – domestic abuse includes any incident of threatening behaviour. The abuse can be psychological, physical, social, financial or emotional.</li> <li>BCHA have created a safe environment to allow males to talk about or seek advice relating to their experiences of domestic abuse</li> <li>For more information:</li> <li>07759 203388</li> <li>abusesupport@bcha.org.uk</li> </ul> Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/employability-hub https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/employability-hub <ul> <li><strong>Thursday</strong></li> <li><strong>9:30am to 11:30pm</strong></li> <li><strong>Support with DLA claims, food bank applications, grant access, CV's and self-employment guidance and support</strong></li> <li><strong>For more information: samee.gail1@outlook.com</strong></li> </ul> Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/neighbourhood-policing-team https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/neighbourhood-policing-team <ul> <li>Thursdays: 10.00 am- 12.00 pm</li> <li>Fortnightly: 17th, 31st March 2022, 14th, 28th April etc.</li> <li>Drop-in advice</li> <li>A chance for you to meet the team to share any concerns you have regarding issues in your local area</li> <li>Police officer attendance is subject to call out duties</li> <li>For more information:</li> <li>Somerford ARC: 01202 470770</li> </ul> Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/swan-uk https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/swan-uk <p>SWAN UK supports families affected by a syndrome without a name – a genetic condition so rare it often remains undiagnosed.  They are the only dedicated support network for these families in the UK and are run by the charity Genetic Alliance UK.</p> <p><strong>If you answer yes to any of the following questions, then they are here to help.</strong></p> <ul> <li>Have you been told your child has global development delay (GDD) or failure to thrive but not told the reason why? </li> <li>Is your child suspected to have a rare or genetic condition but more testing is needed to try and identify which one?</li> <li>Does your child have unexplained medical, learning or physical disabilities?</li> <li>Has genetic testing results come back negative or with a variant of unknown significance?</li> <li>Did your child take part in the Deciphering Developmental Disorders (DDD) study or the 100,000 Genomes Project but you still don’t have a diagnosis?</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>This drop-in is held during our breakfast hub. Children’s play toys are available to keep the little ones entertained and you can enjoy breakfast and unlimited refreshments for £2nper person (under 5s eat free)</strong></p> Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/parent-carer-foundation https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/parent-carer-foundation <ul> <li>First Thursday of the month: 9.30am- 11.30am</li> <li>Drop in Advice</li> <li>Parent Carer Foundation is an independent and inclusive charity for parents and carers, which is solely run by volunteers.</li> <li>The Parent Carer Foundation empowers and supports parent/carers of children and adults from any age with any type of disabilities with or without a diagnosis making sure their voices are being heard.</li> <li>Their vision is that all parents/carers count and should access the help they need to live a more improved and fulfilled live. </li> <li>This drop-in is held during our breakfast hub. Children’s play toys are available to keep the little ones entertained and you can enjoy breakfast and unlimited refreshments for £2pp (under 5s eat free)</li> </ul> Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/samee-charity https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/samee-charity <ul> <li>Drop in Advice</li> <li>Free support to the parents of Somerford</li> <li>The SAMEE Charity was set up to help people make informed decisions about their life and possible employment opportunities available to them.</li> <li>Are you a single parent?</li> <li>Do you need help with employability skills?</li> <li>Is your dream to run your own business and you need support to bring your ideas to life?</li> <li>Then the SAMEE Charity is here to help and support you.</li> <li>This drop-in is held during our breakfast hub. Children’s play toys are available to keep the little ones entertained and you can enjoy breakfast and unlimited refreshments for £2 per person (under 5s eat free)</li> </ul> Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sendiass-bcp https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/sendiass-bcp <ul> <li><strong>First Thursday of the Month</strong></li> <li>9:30 am - 11:30 am</li> <li>A free, confidential and impartial service providing information, advice & support to children and young people (0-25) with SEND and their parent carers.  Information, advice & support on matters relating to education, health and social care for SEND and aim to empower young people/carers with the information they need to help them.</li> </ul> Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/domestic-abuse-drop-in https://www.somerfordarc.com/blog/domestic-abuse-drop-in <p>Come and meet with one of our team at:</p> <p>Somerford ARC, 20 Southey Road, Christchurch, BH23 3EH</p> <p>Every Tuesday between 12 pm - 2 pm</p> <p>or you can call our 24/7 helpline on 01202 710 777</p> Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000