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to the
Whatlington Village website
We hope you enjoy this site. Its purpose is to provide useful, important and
interesting news, information and insight for residents and visitors, with the hope of enriching the life of the village and the aim of bringing our community closer together.
Come along and enjoy the Antique and Collectors Fair.
If you are interested in having a stall please get in touch as soon as possible.
The new flexible and varied programme for 2025 is here!
Get in touch if you would like more information - no obligation.
Did you know that at every event organised by Whatlington Connectors
valuable funds are raised for a chosen charity - so far over £1000 has been donated.
See the How to Help page to view all charities that have benefitted to date.
what3words
A woman rescued from near Everest's base camp after a fall, a business traveller caught up in a terrorist attack in Somalia and a diving accident in the Maldives. Three successful rescues which relied on three simple words.
What3words divides the world into three-metre squares and gives each one a unique three-word address in order for people to be easily found such as in emergencies.
What3words addresses are far more precise than street addresses and postcodes, allowing people to pinpoint the exact location. Hence the reason why emergency services and delivery businesses are now using the app.
The Royal Oak Pub can be located using
barmaid.dissolves.upset
as its what3words.
For more information about how it works visit www.what3words.com or click here
Neighbourhood Alert is a community-driven platform that helps keep people informed and engaged, improving public safety by fostering communication between local authorities, police and citizens.
The system delivers real-time alerts to community members, enabling them to take proactive steps to prevent crime and raise awareness of local issues.
It is also a Customer Relationship Management system and is a powerful tool that helps organisations manage and analyse interactions with their users, improving engagement and communication. In the case of Neighbourhood Alert, the system enables public sector organisations such as local councils, police forces and emergency services to better understand community needs, deliver timely and relevant messages, and create more effective outreach programmes.
If you would like to know more about news and updates for Rother or even sign up for alerts please click here
Vinehall School
How to tell if your older relative needs more help
During the colder months, staying warm, healthy, and social can become harder for many of us. Here is how to spot for signs that a loved one may need extra support:
Has their appearance changed?
If personal hygiene or grooming appears neglected, it may mean daily tasks are becoming difficult. Watch for signs including weight loss or small burns, which can suggest struggles with cooking.
What's the house environment like?
An untidy and cluttered home can suggest homework is a challenge. Note too if they're using fewer areas of the house, perhaps due to fear of falling.
Are they taking their medication?
Look for signs like excess stock of medication or blister packs with missing doses, and consider encouraging a discussion with their GP or specialist.
What's their social life like?
Ask about who they have spoken with recently. Reduced social contact might signal isolation.
Do they call more often?
An increase in the frequency of their calls could mean your loved one is feeling anxious ,
forgetful or lonely.
Realising that your loved one is struggling by themselves can be difficult. However, the sooner help is in place, the better. Remember to give yourself lots of grace and reach out to professionals for support.
You can explore more information about keeping older loved ones well in winter at
greensleeves.org.uk/WarmthOfCare or call us at Whitegates on 01424 238950
for a no-obligation chat or visit.
Michelle Bryant, Home Manager at Whitegates Care Home in Westfield
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