March / April

 2009

PHOENIXNEWS

ISSUE 18

STRIKE

Due to unforeseen circumstances the March edition of the Phoenix news was not published due to industrial strike action

OK the editor was on holiday

        COLD OR CHARITY

It was either a very cold day and we all had red noses or it was that time of year when the whole country goes mad collecting for charity, Ashdown although doing there own collecting for Epilepsy Research UK decided to get in to the swing of things and so Dave and 3 of his staff put on nightwear and when asked if it was what they normally wear to bed there spokes person replied "mam na sebe viac lebo je zima"

As we needed things from town Jade decided to wear hers to the shop

Also on the agenda was sing and dancing and a trip out to Cockington for a cream tea

Dena enjoyed her birthday with the family and so the home to her afterwards for a cream tea to Cockington.

And what was his best present when asked, "all of them" as he has been a little under the weather it was decided that we will wait for the nice weather before his treat.

WHAT IS IT     

That is the question, a Whirlpool washing machine

how long did it take to put back together

answers in minutes by return

The correct number will be published next month

 THEY GOT THERE OUR OWN BACK

For several years Debbie has been the ring leader in hen nights to her sister, now sister-in-laws and friends and on the 25th it was pay back time, there was rumours of an over night bag needed or a passport so Debbie arrived with trepidation and the evening began. The evening started around the area and at one point the ladies decided to test the strength of the tables outside various establishments, luckily she did manage to find the way home and had a hang over in the morning but then that's what it's all about. The home staff that attended indulged within moderation and were bright for duty the next day.

FUND RAISING

The fund raising is a bit slow at the moment so we enlisted the help of a special person, she is very busy with her other engagements but does spend time sitting on the bench collecting

The Bianco's £50 meal voucher was drawn on the 26th April by Mr. John Wilson and was won by Brenda Naish

We shall over the next week or so be holding a silent raffle for a round of golf for 4 people at  St Pierre Chepstow, this is a worthwhile offer as St Pierre is on of the United Kingdoms premier course holding several championships, Situated just across the border in to Wales (no passport needed) it is easier to get to. This is a great course and is great for any golfer male or female or as a gift for a family member, friend or as a prize.

HELP US BEAT OUR RECORD

MAY BIRTHDAY'S

Debbie 5th (Staff)

Joyce 11th

  A VERY SAD DAY

Over the years we have reported on several happy events birthdays and marriages and also on some events that were not, passing of dear friends and then there are staff leaving, its always a sad time when staff leave and on an overcast day in the middle of April a tearful Katarina (little bird to her friends) in formed us of her decision  that due to family health she would be leaving and returning to Slovakia for good, after 3 rolls of kitchen paper she informed the rest of the staff of her decision.

We asked her was there any thing she would be taking away from her time in England, we were expecting confidence, friends and work experience instead she said "Dusan" yes her partner could not bare to loose her so he will be returning as well.

They are planning a short holiday first and then leaving at the end of May, we have missed several of the staff when they have left and some even return to the happy fold but we are sure that the little bird will be missed.

ELECTED

The 26th April was a day to remember for Edwina as she was elected on to the Methodist Church council, she did not put herself forward but she was proposed and elected unanimously. 

 A VERY HAPPY DAY

With every sadness there is happiness and over the years people have left and several have learned that there is no place like home, so with this in mind we welcome back after 8 months away learning all about work in the community "Silvia" who will start mid May.

WELCOME

We welcome to our team Judy who will be working in the evening, her youth and energy will be welcomed. You can read more about Judy in future editions of meet the staff.

CONGRATULATIONS

Hard work does pay of as Katarina has found out as news has just reached us that she has completed her NVQ 3 earlier than normal, well in fact 7 months early, well done Katarina.

We would also like to offer our congratulations to the following for completing and passing distance learning courses

Kim, Principles of Risk Assessment, Fire Safety Awareness, General Principles of Health and Safety

Dave, passing Diabetes

Jackie, passing Diabetes, General Principles of Moving and Handling

Georgina, passing Diabetes

 WHAT SHALL I DO

We heard early in the month or dear friend and visitor to the home Mr. John Wilson has decided to after a sabbatical retire from his post, the home wishes him the best in all his endeavours but by the sounds of things he will be extremely busy.

THE FISH MAN COMETH

On a bright spring morning it was noticed that the level in the Koi pond had fallen so a call was put in to South West Aquatics and without further ado Ross appeared calling out the fish man cometh, the was a small leak on the filter which he fixed and disappeared as quickly, We believe he was hiding under the patio.

FORTH COMING EVENTS

Debbie will no longer be a lane but a can

On May the 2nd at 12 noon  Debbie is marrying Gareth Cann, we wish them a long and successful marriage

Watch this space for a picture of Mr. and Mrs. Cann

Do you fancy relaxing in the sun in Spain then look no further      www.relaxingmijas.co.uk

 Bookings taken for  2009

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