Author: Caring Together

Shared Moments: ‘Two Hairnets’ written by Maureen Kershaw

Baby it’s cold outside – definitely  two hairnets weather. I actually wore two pairs of gloves and still my fingers were cold. Not only that but recently with the dwindling number of mask wearers,  I’ve taken to wearing two masks! Now this has not been easy, despite several different combinations being tried. I tend to… Continue reading Shared Moments: ‘Two Hairnets’ written by Maureen Kershaw

Grease The Musical at Leeds Grand Theatre reviewed by Oliver Cross.

Writers Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey’s incessantly cheerful show opened on Broadway in 1972, although it is set a decade or more before that, when assassinations, riots and defeat in Vietnam had yet to take some of the shine off the American dream. The  1978 film of the musical, starring, irresistibly, John Travolta and Olivia… Continue reading Grease The Musical at Leeds Grand Theatre reviewed by Oliver Cross.

Home made mince pies…

Some of us met up at our offices last week. We were treated to homemade mince pies. Sadly, I don’t have a picture of them, only the crumbs as I was not quick enough. Thank you Susan they were scrumptious.If you would like to join us next time then get in touch. Lisa 07436 530073… Continue reading Home made mince pies…

Lunch and a Catch up…

Good company, a cuppa, some lunch and a catch up; wonderful! We once again enjoyed some time together last week at the ‘Stick or Twist’ in the centre of Leeds. We were there in August as well and will likely go back into town in the New Year all being well and if safe to… Continue reading Lunch and a Catch up…

New Covid Rules

Covid rules are changing again this week because of concern over a new variant of Covid19 called Omicron From tomorrow (Tuesday 30th November): It will be compulsory to wear a mask or face covering on public transport and in shops and other settings such as banks hairdressers, unless you are exempt. (it is recommended to… Continue reading New Covid Rules

Keeping Safe – take a test even if you only have mild symptoms

We are sharing this video from NHS today. Covid is still very much with us and the symptoms, if mild, could easily be mistaken for a cold or other seasonal virus so the advice is to stay at home and get a test if you have any symptoms. Get a test either here https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test or… Continue reading Keeping Safe – take a test even if you only have mild symptoms

Today is Carers Rights Day!

With that in mind, we are sharing a summary of carers rights which has been developed by Mobilise – Carers Rights and the Law | Find out what rights you’re entitled to (mobiliseonline.co.uk). Ian Brooke-Mawson, Commissioning Programme Lead (Carers) kindly shared these details with the Older Peoples Commissioning Team at Leeds City Council (who shared it… Continue reading Today is Carers Rights Day!

Lunch at Hyde Park

A few of us met up for lunch at the Hyde Park Pub this week. Fish and Chips seemed to be the most popular choice and were enjoyed by all who ordered them. We plan to do this again soon so if you want to join us for lunch and a chat let Valerie know.… Continue reading Lunch at Hyde Park

New Community Cafe at St Marks Church

Everyone is welcome. The cafe is run on a pay as you feel basis, so if anyone is on a low income they can simply pay what they can afford (or even eat for free). Serving tea, coffee, cake, sandwiches and soup Open initially up to Christmas, but with a plan to continue in 2022… Continue reading New Community Cafe at St Marks Church