ICA SERVICES UPDATE FOR SEPTEMBER 2023
Unless otherwise stated, ICA’s activities are for those aged 50+. If you’re younger but impacted by disability or chronic, life-limiting or terminal illness some activities and / or services may be suitable. Contact us here or via Facebook.
BEFRIENDING – Would you enjoy some companionship, either face-to-face or over the phone, perhaps to help with local errands or correspondence or maybe just for a chat over a cup of tea? If the answer’s yes, get in touch and we’ll match you with one of our wonderful befrienders.
BRAIN GAMES – For people who enjoy games, reminiscing and making new friends. Suitable for anyone over 50, including those with mild dementia. Carers welcome. Mondays, 1.00pm – 3.00pm, Easton Methodist Church Hall. £4.00 each session, includes refreshments.
CHAT A LATTE – Coffee, cake and great conversation. Every other Wednesday, Every other Wednesday, 6thand 20th September, 11am–1pm, at The Corner House Inn, Straits, Easton. Guest ‘informal’ speakers at each session.
SONGS R US – Featuring harmonies and a wide range of songs. Tuesdays, 10am–12pm, at the Easton Methodist Church Hall. £5.00 per session, includes refreshments.
CASH BINGO – Every Thursday at the C2000 Hall, Easton. Doors open 6.30pm. 7.00pm start. Raffle. For anyone over aged 18 or over. Bring your own refreshments.
PRIZE BINGO – Come along to the C2000 Hall, Easton on the 8th September and St George’s Centre, Reforne on the 22nd September. Doors open 1.15pm. Eyes down 2pm. All ages welcome, children must be with an adult.
PORTLAND LOTTERY DRAW – Next draw 29th September. £1 a ticket. Tickets from the ICA office and Cards ‘n’ Celebrations, Easton. The more tickets sold, the higher the prize!
CHESIL ART (ChAT) – All abilities and ages. Tutor support. Materials available for first few sessions. £4.00 each session. Two sessions available, both 1pm–3.30pm.
Tuesdays at the Wellworthy Sports and Social Club, Wyke.
Thursdays at St. John’s Hall, Ventnor Road, Portland.
CAR and MINIBUS (wheelchair friendly) – Car available for appointments and trips. Advanced booking essential. Operates with volunteer drivers. SHOPPING AT TESCO – Friday mornings – £4.00 from Portland only.
SEPTEMBER TRIPS – Limited spaces. Costs for return transport. Refreshments cost extra. Call to book.
6th and 20th – ICA’s Foylebank lunch. £6.00 for lunch. Transport £4.00 from Portland / £5.00 from Wyke
10th – Sunday Lunch at Lynch Lane Garden Centre. £5.00 from Portland / £4.00 from Wyke
EXERCISE CLASSES FOR ALL ABILITIES –
GET TOGETHER CLUB – Gentle seated exercise. Fridays, 11am–12pm (followed by refreshments) at the YMCA, Reforne £4.00 per session.
OSTEOCISE EXERCISE CLASS – Mid-range exercise both seated and standing. Mondays, 11am–12pm at the Girt Hall, St Georges Centre, Reforne. £4.00 per session.
FIT+ EXERCISE CLASS – Fun dance fitness. Wednesdays, for anyone 40 or over, 10.15am –11.15am at the YMCA, Reforne. First session free!
YOGA – Tuesdays, 10am –11am at the YMCA, Reforne. For anyone 16 or over. £7.00 per session.
For more information about ICA, its activities or how you can support us, please get in touch.