Shared Moments: Making the most of the beautiful weather

We have had a glorious few days and we definitely made the most of it. We were up on Woodhouse Moor on Tuesday (minus the barbecues and alcohol), with a trip to our allotment (thanks Ben), the Woodhouse Moor bowling greens and then in Little London today. More walks/strolls to follow. Get in touch if you would like to join us next time.

Lisa Argyle Mobile: 07436 530073 or email: lisa@caringtogether.org.uk

Monday Mind Workout: Monday 29th March 2021

Dear all,
Today’s Monday Mind Workout is themed around chocolate and sweets.
Eg. I can’t believe it’s not whisky     Answer: Butterscotch
1. A US Coin
2. Vehicle + a coat
3. Evil
4. Fierce Caged Animal
5. Tramp
6. Dating Agencies
7. Subject
8.Wobbly Infants
9. Teddy Bears had one
10. Nine
11. Roman God of War
12. Sport for a Prince
13. Keep this quiet
14.Wise Guys
15. Pigs Tail maybe?
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Roadmap out of Lockdown – changes from today

As we progress along the government roadmap out of Lockdown, there will be a slight easing of restrictions from today:  Here is what is allowed today that wasn’t before:

  • You can meet up outdoors in a group of up to 6 people – or more if it is only 2 households.  No household mixing indoors.
  • Outdoor sport and leisure facilities.
  • Organised outdoor sport allowed (children and adults).
  • The ‘stay at home’ instruction is lifted but you should minimise travel. No holidays.
  • Outdoor parent & child groups (up to 15 parents).

More at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-spring-2021/covid-19-response-spring-2021#roadmap

On the 29 March rule of 6 or two households outdoors. No household mixing indoors. Outdoor sport and leisure facilities. Organised outdoor sport (children and adults). Minimise travel. No domestic or international holidays. Outdoor parents & child groups (up to 15 people, excluding under 5s). For more information about the government roadmap visit the gov.uk website.

Advice if you have a loved one in a care home

Do you have a friend or relative in a Leeds care home?

New dedicated webpages are now available from the Care Quality Team with info about care home residents rights, visiting during the pandemic, how to raise a concern and links to places that offer help and support.

https://www.leeds.gov.uk/care-quality-team/family-and-friends-of-care-home-residents

Poetry Corner: ‘‘Hope’ is the Thing with Feathers’ by Emily Dickinson

‘Hope’ is the thing with feathers –

That perches in the soul –
And sings the tune without the words –
And never stops – at all –

And sweetest – in the Gale – is heard –
And sore must be the storm –
That could abash the little Bird
That kept so many warm –

I’ve heard it in the chillest land –
And on the strangest Sea –
Yet, never, in Extremity,
It asked a crumb – of Me.

Monday Mind Workout: answers for Monday 22nd March 2021

Dear all,

Below are the answers for yesterday’s Monday Mind Workout, how did you do?

QUESTIONS ANSWERS

1. MSOSBOL     1. BLOSSOM
2. RWAM          2. WARM
3. RBISD           3. BIRDS
4. OFDIADLF    4. DAFFODIL
5. WGOR          5. GROW
6. OWSEFRL     6. FLOWERS
7. LTEM            7. MELT
8. NPTLA         8. PLANT
9. HCAHT        9. HATCH
10. IPNCIC      10. PICNIC

National Day of Reflection – 23rd March

Caring Together are supporting the National Day of Reflection today, the 23 March 2021, which is the first anniversary of the UK lockdown, to commemorate this tragic loss of life and to stand in silence together for 1 min at 12noon

https://www.youtube.com/watch…

Support for National Day of Reflection across Devon gains momentum | InYourArea News

Census day today

Today is census day.  If you haven’t already filled out your census form you should do it as soon as possible.

The Census is a unique survey that happens every 10 years in England and Wales. It is a vital research that helps inform decisions about healthcare, education, public transport and others.

Caring Together can help if any of our members need assistance with this.

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International Day of Happiness

March 20th is the UN International Day of Happiness. With our world facing unprecedented challenges, wellbeing matters more than ever.

In these difficult times, let’s take action to be happier and kinder, together.Image

But also remember that it’s ok not to be ok.  There is information about support available at https://www.mindwell-leeds.org.uk/   or a 24 hour mental health support line for Leeds residents  0800 183 0558.