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CONTENTS South East

24th August 2020

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Why choose ACL?

“How to keep on staying safe and saving lives, in Sussex and beyond”

“Happy New Year readers! Welcome to the very of the lead SE Independent! offirst ourissue courses to qualifications, some don’t,

Some 16 -18 SUSSEX IN CARE but theyI all give you the chance to learn something new. don’t know about you, but after a gloomy 2020, readyown to get to 2021! positive Come onI’myour or stuck comeinwith yourKeeping friends.

We have in a time like this can be hard sometimes, but If last 19 BRIGHTON & HOVE popularyear courses like pottery, languages and cake has shown us anything, it’s to support local businesses and eachother! decorating and also qualifications such as Access to COUNCIL Higher Education, accountancy, barbering, counselling This may only be our first edition, but already the support we’ve been shown from our readers and clients regular and GCSEs.

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The South East as a whole, has been hit hard by this pandemic and now it’s time to rebuild and look forward to a brighter year!

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- Apprenticeships “Take it easy in 2021, and retire! Discover some of the best retirement - Courses for people with learning disabilities developments, around inside!”

- Family learning programmes “Celebrating some the best Care providers and care homes, for your - Free English andofmaths loved ones In London and the South computer East for 2021.”

- GCSEs (English, biology, chemistry, science and maths) - Professional qualifications

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“Fancy a New Home for the New Year? Then we have some of the most exciting developments that are coming to the market for 2021”

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Pears Court at Sandringham

Retirement Living with Jewish Care A Beautiful Place

A unique community, set within acres of beautiful woodland, landscaped gardens and a peaceful lagoon area at our brand new Sandringham site on the Stanmore/Hertfordshire borders’.

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Jewish Care’s Pears Court at Sandringham opens soon Bernice was concerned about moving out of her house into an apartment, but when she moved into one of Jewish Care’s Retirement Living homes, she said, “I never thought I would move out of my house into an apartment, but it’s the best thing I’ve ever done.” She and her neighbours at Jewish Care’s Wohl Court in Hendon and Selig Court in Golders Green love the sense of community, the security and comfort of having on-site support and the independence their own apartment brings.

Jewish Care is now pleased to announce that the show flats at the new Pears Court at Sandringham will be open for viewing in midFebruary and you can view the stunning flats by booking an in-

person Covid-safe visit, through our 360 video tour or Zoom in-person live tours.

Sitting in the Green Belt on the border between Hertfordshire and Stanmore, Jewish Care’s Sandringham is a beautiful 16acre space, boasting landscaped courtyards and gardens, with overlooking meadows, natural woodland, and stunning views across London.

The site, which has housed The Princess Alexandra Home for many years, has been redeveloped as part

of a £47 million project to provide a modern, purpose-built space to serve the Jewish Community in Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas.

Opening this year, the organisation’s third Retirement Living scheme, it has 48 luxurious one and twobedroom apartments, available for rent, to give individuals or couples aged 60+ the opportunity to enjoy later life in a beautiful and secure environment, with a 24-hour concierge and support on hand, according to their differing needs.

By living in one of Jewish Care’s Retirement Living communities, you can continue to live life to the full, with a unique combination of housing, care and support designed with wellbeing in mind. You can choose to have help with cleaning and shopping or household jobs.

There will be many opportunities to be a part of community living and

This is Pears Court.

This is your Retirement Living with Jewish Care.

Personalised Care and Support

An Active Life of Wellbeing

Pears Court offers you the freedom to downsize and simplify your life. Live in style with the peace of mind that having 24-hour support brings.

Living in Pears Court gives the opportunity to be involved in a thriving Jewish community, to enjoy later life and develop new interests or, volunteer and become actively involved.

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enjoy a range of activities to suit your interests.

Each apartment has its own openplan kitchen and lounge, in addition to a bathroom with wet room. The apartments have been organised to look outwards around a peaceful garden courtyard that connects directly into the spacious community centre.

Piaf’s Garden, accessible to all living at Pears Court, will include walkways round the site, paths to explore the peaceful lagoon area with viewing decks, a secluded walled garden and horticultural centre for those with green fingers to get involved, as well as a children’s play area and woodland walks for those who have families visiting.

Ellen and Alan who live at Jewish Care’s Retirement Living apartments, say, “It is wonderfully run. There is support and help when we need it, but we also have our

independence.”

The Sandringham site also incorporates Anita Dorfman House care home and Wolfson Assisted Living.

Dani, who lives in one of Jewish Care’s Retirement Living apartments, says, “Having your own flat and freedom as well as the support from caring staff is a privilege. In addition,

you have the benefit of a variety of activities which allow you to build friendships.”

To find out more about services at Jewish Care’s Sandringham, and to arrange a Covid-safe visit, live Zoom visit or to view the 360 video tour to the show flat, visit jewishcare.org/ retirementliving call 0208 922 2200 or email retirementliving@jcare.org

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“Celebrating care in your county”

Providing peace of mind during winter uncertainty – the Signature way With the combination of seasonal health challenges and increasing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, now might be the right time to consider the care options available to you or your loved ones. Whether requiring temporary respite care, assisted living, full time nursing or specialist dementia care, Signature Senior Lifestyle at Elton House, Bushey offers exceptional care in a luxurious environment.

Elton House is rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ in Responsive, by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) which recognises the outstanding work and high level of contribution to the care of the elderly.

The compassionate care team are led

by Emma Franklin, General Manager were

delighted that the local GP recently visited the home to vaccinate residents and staff.

Safety remains at the forefront of everything that Signature Senior Lifestyle does. From investing heavily in PPE and whole-home testing, to bespoke risk assessments and new protocols including lateral flow 30 minute testing for visitors, restricted access and increased sanitisation, Signature has been robust in its handling of the situation, with every aspect meticulously considered. Indeed, one resident asserts “you couldn’t have asked for a better response.”

separate bedrooms that are typically twice the size of the market average. Couples are welcome, which is unique in the market at present.

Emma Franklin, General Manager comments: “The health and safety of residents, families and team members remains the number one priority above all else. Despite the challenges and shifting landscape, we work tirelessly to ensure that residents enjoy happy, active and fulfilled lifestyles, with tailored care in the safest environment possible.

That it is the Signature way.”

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The Alzheimer’s Society reports that isolation in lockdown has caused shocking levels of physical and mental decline for people living alone and particularly for people with dementia. Families are choosing Rivermede Court to look after their loved ones, not only for the friendly environment and personalised care we provide but also for the reassurance, safety and companionship we can offer.

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When will I get my jab?

The NHS in Sussex is working extremely hard to get the COVID-19 vaccine to everyone who is eligible as quickly as possible.

We have been making very good progress in the short period of time since the vaccination became available. However, we all need to recognise this is the largest vaccination programme ever undertaken by the NHS and it will take time to get to everyone.

When will I get my jab?

The order in which people will be offered the vaccine is based on advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

During January, the NHS will continue to vaccinate people in the first two priority groups.

This includes: - Residents and staff in care homes for older adults - All those aged 80 years and over - Health and social care workers

After this, vaccination will continue to roll out to other priority groups in order of age and risk.

The NHS will let you know when it’s your turn to have the vaccine.

Please don’t call your GP practice to ask about the programme or when you can have an appointment. You will be contacted as soon as there is an appointment available.

Where will I get my jab?

There are a number of ways in which the vaccination is being rolled out to our communities: GP-led vaccination services these services involve groups of GP practices working together to provide the vaccination to their collective patients at one location.

This means that you may not receive the vaccination at your local GP; you may be invited to a different location nearby. These services are currently vaccinating people aged over 80.

Hospital hubs larger hospitals across the country have been offering the vaccine to people over 80 attending for a planned appointment. Now that more local vaccination services are up and running, hospital hubs are focused on vaccinating health and care staff.

Roving service the vaccine is being taken into care homes and into people’s own homes if they cannot attend

a vaccination site. This is being stepped up over the coming weeks as more supplies of the vaccines become available.

Large vaccination centres each county will have one large vaccination centre which will be able to give the vaccine to large numbers of people as more supplies become available. The Brighton Centre is expected to be established as the vaccination centre for Sussex from the end of January.

COVID-19 vaccination.

Please remember the vaccine is only available on the NHS for free to people in priority groups. Anyone offering a paid-for vaccine is committing a crime.

If you believe you have been the victim of fraud report this to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040. Where the victim is vulnerable, report it to Sussex Police online or by calling 101.

Find out more about the Sussex COVID-19 vaccination programme:

Please avoid scams We are aware that some people are receiving suspicious calls, text messages and some face to face calls at the doorstep offering the

https://www.sussexhealthandcare. uk/keepsussexsafe/sussex-covid19-vaccination-programme/

Big Rise In Fostering Enquiries,

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he Covid-19 pandemic has led more and more people to find out about becoming a foster carer with West Sussex County Council.

New enquiries are up 18% since the start of the first lockdown compared with the same period last year. Between March 16 and the end of November, we there were 283 calls or online enquiries to the Council’s fostering service.

In total, 17 new fostering households have been approved during the pandemic and are now successfully fostering a child or children with West Sussex County Council. A further 24 assessments are currently underway as a result of enquiries made during Covid.

While enquiries have gone up, sadly the number of children who have come into care has risen by more than 100, taking the total to just over 900 in West Sussex.

Clare Spencer, Service Lead for Fostering at West Sussex County Council, said: “It is really positive that more people are finding out about fostering, however the reality is that

the pandemic has seen a big rise in the number of children coming into our care that we would normally see - so the need for people to foster in West Sussex has never been higher. The ongoing effects of the pandemic continue to cause extra pressures on families.”

real difference to a child’s life.

Mark and Scott began fostering twins just before the first lockdown began.

Scott said: “We’re really loving it so far and although it’s a total lifestyle change for us both, it has been brilliant.”

Mark added: “We foster with West Sussex County Council because we know we’re part of a big network of other foster carers and there’s professional help if you ever need it.”

“The rise in fostering enquiries is likely to be for various reasons – the global pandemic has shown great examples of people helping those in their community, people are reassessing their situations and seeking something more rewarding, especially those who have been considering fostering for some time. Some are looking for alternative careers, through choice or necessity, and realising fostering can be a great option where you can stay at home, it can fit around family life and work and make a

Covid-19 has been challenging for carers and children alike, and the council continues to run virtual support groups for its carer families.

West Sussex County Council’s fostering recruitment team remain busy and virtual assessments have continued throughout, meaning new carers can be approved within six months. Fostering is a big decision and people don’t have to have made it before speaking to the team, who can advise if it could be right for you and your family.

Find out more and fill in an online enquiry at www.westsussex.gov.uk/ fostering or call on 033 022 27775

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Why choose ACL? Some of our courses lead to qualifications, some don’t, but they all give you the chance to learn something new.

Come on your own or come with your friends. We have popular courses like pottery, languages and cake decorating and also qualifications such as Access to Higher Education, accountancy, barbering, counselling and GCSEs.

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LUXURY 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS IN CATERHAM, SURREY Yew Tree House is a superb collection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom penthouses within walking distance of Caterham town centre.

Residents at Yew Tree House benefit from allocated parking and well-lit, maintained interior and exterior communal areas, including private storage areas allocated to each apartment. With picturesque surroundings, an abundance of local amenities and fantastic transport links close by, Yew Tree House is ideally located for travel into London and for exploring everything that Surrey has to offer.

Yew Tree House has fantastic transport links. The A22 is half a mile from Caterham and junction 6 of the M25 is just moments TS FROM £400,000* further, providing a gateway to the rest of the country. Caterham Railway Station has regular services to East Croydon, London Victoria and London Bridge, with journey times of around 45 minutes. Gatwick Airport is around half an hour’s drive from Caterham, while Heathrow is just under 35 miles away, taking around 45 minutes to s open dailyreach by appointment by car.only

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The town is split into two parishes; Caterham Valley and Caterham on the Hill, with local shops and services divided between the town centre in the valley and the smaller high street on the hill.

The original settlement at Caterham was located on the hill. The valley area of the town did not exist until the Victorian era and grew with the coming of the railway in 1856, eventually becoming the more populous of the two parishes.

Caterham was once known as a military town. Caterham Barracks was located on the hill and served as a depot for the Foot Guards, senior infantry regiments within the British Army. The barracks site was redeveloped in the 1990s with a Tesco supermarket, a medical centre, an animal hospital, community facilities and housing now occupying the site.

Caterham Cars took their name from the town and manufactured their famous sports car, the Seven, in Caterham until 2013, when the company moved to Crawley, West Sussex, where the original Seven and a number of exciting variants are still made.

There is a series of community events each year under the banner of the ‘Caterham Festival’, including a food festival, fun runs, plays and talks from notable guest speakers. The festival culminates in a community street party with food, games and craft stalls.

to explore. Godstone Vineyards is also available for older to visit, offering tasting sessions and light meals at the café onsite. Oxted is a little further down the A22 and has a range of unique restaurants, enticing independent boutiques and an independent cinema.

Surrey Hills Gliding Club has operated from nearby RAF Kenley Aerodrome since the mid-1980s, with gliders a common site in the skies above the town. The aerodrome, along with Croydon Airport Only a 5% deposit required for and Biggin Hill, played an important role First Time Buyers in the defence of London during the Battle of Britain in World War II and RAF Fighter Command remained stationed at Kenley until 1959.

Other nearby towns include Reigate, which has a high street populated with a number of highly regarded independent boutiques, an Everyman Cinema and a variety of fantastic restaurants. Priory Park is popular with families from all over Surrey due to its tennis courts, football pitch, skate park, large historic pavilion and scenic lakes, with substantial open space to explore and keep little ones entertained.

Caterham town centre offers an array of shopping opportunities. Church Walk Shopping Centre is home to high street brands and independent retailers, as well as a Morrisons supermarket, Costa Coffee and an optician. There is also a branch of Waitrose next to the station, with a number of independent retailers and service providers on Station Approach, including barbers, a hair salon and a florist. Croydon Road has a variety of shops, including big brands and boutiques, a baby café, beauty parlours, a pharmacy, optician, a dance studio, a pub, a number of charity shops and a dental surgery.

The Miller Centre theatre and social club on Godstone Road is a popular venue for plays, musicals, films and seasonal events throughout the year and there are a selection of fantastic restaurants serving a range of cuisines, including Indian, tapas and Thai within walking distance of Yew Tree House.

Croydon is under nine miles to the north of Caterham and the town centre has a wealth of retail outlets and places to eat. To the south are a number of picturesque Surrey villages and towns, each offering unique experiences and beautiful listed buildings. The villages of Godstone, Outwood and Bletchingley are all under 20 minutes away and boast warm, welcoming country pubs and scenic countryside walks. Godstone Farm is a popular destination for families, with a variety of friendly animals to see, a café and exciting play areas for young guests

Reigate Hill and Gatton Park is a National Trust managed site near Redhill that features a Victorian defence fort, numerous walking trails and stunning views of Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Caterham is also home to the head office of Croudace Homes, a well-established, family owned residential developer that was founded in 1946 and is responsible for a number of developments in and around the town, including Yew Tree House. An award winning house builder, Croudace is known for building high spec homes to an exceptional standard and has received the HBF 5 Star Award for Quality and Customer Service for eight years in a row. Your new Croudace home can be personalised, with a range of considered options available to choose from, including wall colours, fitted furniture, tile style and colour, and wardrobe glazing finish. Our entire range of choices can be viewed at the Yew Tree House Marketing Suite.

The Marketing Suite and Show Home at Yew Tree House are currently open daily from 10am to 5pm on an appointment only basis. For the latest information and plot availability, contact our expert Sales Consultants today to discuss your needs and arrange your visit.

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A FAMILY HOME IN A WELCOMING COMMUNITY AWAITS PURCHASERS AT THE SPIRES Discover family living at its finest with a range of traditional properties at Barratt Homes’ development The Spires in Cambridgeshire.

Located on Knights Way in St Ives, The Spires is a beautiful tree-lined development offering an idyllic hub for family living with its collection of three and four bedroom homes.

Not your typical new build development, the properties here are mainly detached and offer larger than average gardens; which is perfect for spending those warm summer evenings for much needed relaxation.

With an extensive selection of properties available at The Spires, house hunters are sure to find a home to suit their modern needs and expectations, whilst stamping their place in a flourishing community.

Alison Raine, Sales Director at Barratt Homes Northampton, said: “We’re very proud of what we have achieved at The Spires, as it’s a lovely development which is perfect for both first time buyers and growing families alike.

“The desirable scenery surrounding the development is a breath of fresh air and in keeping with the local area, ensuring homebuyers can really appreciate the character of Cambridgeshire.

“Not only can residents at The Spires enjoy the finest aspects of both countryside and city living, the properties available are sure to provide purchasers with a home to be proud of.”

Barratt Homes has handpicked a prime location for The Spires, making certain eager homebuyers are greeted with a wealth of valuable amenities on their doorstep Residents living at the development will benefit from an array of local amenities such as local shops, cafes and restaurants within close proximity.

Aspirational families can really have it all with the development built around a gorgeous country park, plus a primary school within walking distance and the Ofsted ‘Good’ rated St Ivo School for children of older ages Despite being positioned adjacent to the glorious rural landscapes, the commuter convenience is not compromised.

The Spires is perfectly placed close to the A14 which offers great access to the M1. The A428 and A1 are also nearby, linking commuters to all of the major towns and cities within the county such as Cambridge and Huntingdon.

The nearby Huntingdon Train Station offers regular direct routes to King’s Cross Station for working professionals seeking a connection to London.

Homebuyers also have the added benefit of a short park and ride service, in addition to a guided bus route, connecting them to Cambridge city centre and bringing an exciting culture closer to home.

The Facts Development: The Spires Location: St Ives, Cambridgeshire PE27 6TB Contact Number: 01480 300267 Contact Email: thespires@barratthomes.co.uk Whilst enjoying a stylish home in a fresh location, those keen on tradition are still catered for in St Ives with the town’s historic market square hosting a weekly farmer’s market every Friday.

Those looking to secure a property at The Spires can have their pick of the high quality three and four bedroom homes available, each showcasing an elegant design close to the development’s public open spaces.

Homebuyers seeking to explore the fixtures & fittings that could come with these properties are being urged to visit the Show Homes at the development which includes the Knightsbridge and Helmsley; both 4 bedroom properties.

A selection of moving schemes is available at the development including the government-backed Help to Buy scheme and Barratt Homes’ Part Exchange initiative, both of which ensure a comfortable move into a new property.

Alison continued: “To help keen Cambridgeshire homebuyers secure their dream move to The Spires, we have a range of moving schemes available to make that dream become a reality.

“Such schemes are ideal for house hunters searching for their first home or taking the next step on the property ladder, reinforcing the view that modern homebuyers are wise to upsize with a new build.

“A detailed insight into the properties and moving schemes available can be provided by our onsite Sales Advisers and we would encourage anyone interested to pay them a visit.”

The Help to Buy scheme is open to both first time buyers and existing homeowners on properties with a value of up to £600,000. The scheme helps you to buy a home with an equity loan of up to 20% of the full price of the property and just a 5% deposit. You won't have to pay any interest charges on this loan for the first five years and you own 100% of your own home from the start.

For property seekers dreaming of a smooth transition from old to new, ne Barratt Homes’ Part Exchange scheme means the developer purchases the customer’s current property in part exchange for a new home. The scheme cuts out estate agents and their fees, any chains and provides the customer with a guaranteed buyer for their existing property.

A key factor of the Part Exchange scheme is that homebuyers can take comfort in remaining in their existing property until their new one is ready to move into.

The Spires currently has a collection of three and four homes available with prices starting from £340,995.

Anyone interested inte is encouraged to contact the Barratt Homes sales team on 01480 300267 or visit https://www.barratthomes.co.uk/new-homes/cambridgeshire/h 597101-the-spires/.