Launch of Armed Forces Week
in Liverpool
THE Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor
Tony Conception, and Merseyside Army Cadets raise the Armed Forces Flag over the
Liverpool Town Hall on Monday 22 June 2015. This photograph was taken by Roy
Bevan for us.
Don't miss Southport's Armed
Forces Day Event and Parade
ON 28 June 2015, Southport will be
hosting a series of Armed Forces Day events, in the Town Center. The events will
start with a parade that will start off on Chapel Street at 10.30am, then
progressing onto Lord Street, ending at the Town Hall Gardens PR8 1DA, where the
main event will start. There will be Her Majesty's Armed Forces, Military
vehicles and displays, Brass band, vintage music, charity stalls and
associations, local cadet forces, fly over from a Spitfire (weather permitting)
will also take place at around 1pm. |
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NHS and Macmillan team up at
event for people affected by cancer
SOUTHPORT and Ormskirk Hospital NHS
Trust is joining forces with Macmillan Cancer Information at a free health and
well being clinic in Southport on Thursday, 9 July 2015.
The event at Southport Theatre and Convention Centre is an opportunity to find
out how to access local support, information and advice to help patients and
their families adjust to life with and beyond cancer. It will run from 4pm to
6.30pm.
Jackie Brunton, the Trust's Cancer Services Manager/Lead cancer Nurse, said:-
"We're delighted to join forces again with the Macmillan Cancer Information
and Support Service, building on the success of previous health and well-being
clinics. We would also be delighted to welcome friends and family to come along
as we understand how a cancer diagnosis affects not just the person with
cancer."
Cancer nurse specialists will be on hand to offer advice and support along with
local organisations including Sefton Active Lifestyles, local benefits advisors
and Sefton/West Lancs Carers Support.
Information on fitness, walking groups, diet, benefits, stopping smoking, and
carers' support will also be available as well as the opportunity to talk to
other people living with and affected by cancer. Refreshments will be provided
and interactive sessions will include:-
► A presentation on the benefits of physical activity
during and after cancer.
► A tai chi taster session.
► Mini make up classes from Boots No. 7.
► Healthy food demonstrations.
► Hand massages from Sefton OPERA (Older Persons
Enabling Resource and Action).
Barbara Flowers, Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre Manager, said:-
"We understand how patients can often feel they lose the safety net of support
they receive while attending the hospital regularly for treatment. These events
are designed to help people to return to everyday activities and make the most
of the good things in their life. If you have any questions, we are here to
help."
Places are free but limited, booking is essential. For information or to book a
place contact Helen, Barbara or Sarah at the Southport Macmillan Information and
Support Centre on:- 0151 288 6893 or
SFCCG.macmillancic@nhs.net. A further event will be held on
Thursday, 12 November 2015, between 1pm and 3.30pm. |