WHAT GOES ON AT BROOKLANDS
18 March 2020. THE CENTRE IS NOW COMPLETELY CLOSED
In view of the current coronavirus situation, the Centre is now closed to both all our own groups and also all outside groups. It will remain closed until Trustees are advised that it's safe for people to meet again.
We're considering a buddy system where our volunteers will keep in contact with members who need support or, if necessary, visit them - especially those who have limited help locally.
Please be assured that everyone at Brooklands is keen to help and support each other as we look forward to returning to our normal activities. Stay safe, everyone and best wishes.
Brooklands is a hive of activity with something going on virtually every day. Have a look at the lists below.
Our regular groups and services include:
- Day centre groups that offer food and activities
- Special interest clubs and learning-based activities
- Treatments that require an appointment
Transport is available to and from some of our groups and some take a break either in the summer or over the Christmas period.
The Centre is also used by a wide range of local organisations - for example, Brownies, yoga and antenatal classes.
For further information about what goes on at Brooklands, please contact us.
BROOKLANDS GROUPS
| DAY | GROUP | DETAILS | FREQUENCY | TIMES | CONTACT |
|
MONDAY
|
Monday
Day Club
|
A social group focused on mixing with others and providing lunch, company and a
wide range of activities. Transport is provided for anyone living in Newport
Pagnell, if required.
|
Weekly
|
9:30
- 3:00
|
Sandra Dorrill
|
|
MONDAY
|
Friends'
Group
|
Fancy
meeting and socialising with other people for a cuppa, a bikkie, a chat and an
occasional trip out?
|
Third
Monday of the month
|
10:30 - 12:00
|
Mollie
Gadsden
|
|
MONDAY
|
Seated Exercise Class
|
Each
class begins with everyone seated but, after a warm-up, anyone can take part
standing. The classes are taken by a fully-qualified and experienced
instructor.
|
Weekly
|
11:00
- 11:45
|
Phil
and Pat Mountford
|
|
TUESDAY
|
Tuesday Day Club
|
A
social group focused on mixing with others and providing lunch, company and a
wide range of activities. Transport is provided for anyone living in Newport
Pagnell, if required.
|
Weekly
|
9:30 - 3:00
|
Sandra Dorrill
|
|
TUESDAY
|
Tai
Chi (Beginners Seated Class)
|
The
ancient Chinese exercise involving deep breathing, relaxation and flowing
movements. For more information about how Tai Chi can help achieve a healthy
body, a calm mind and a joyful life, visit Jenny's website.
|
Weekly
|
9:00 - 10:00
|
Jenny
Wong
(Tue mornings) |
|
TUESDAY
|
Tai Chi (Intermediate Standing Class)
|
The ancient Chinese exercise involving deep breathing, relaxation and flowing movements. For more information about how Tai Chi can help achieve a healthy body, a calm mind and a joyful life, visit Jenny's website.
|
Weekly
|
10:00 - 11:00
|
Jenny Wong
(Tue mornings) |
|
TUESDAY
|
Pop-In
|
A
drop-in for the over 55s providing activities, friendship, light snacks and
lunches.
|
Weekly
|
9:00 - 12:30
|
Irene Henderson |
|
TUESDAY
|
Bingo
Group
|
A
social afternoon with bingo at its heart. Transport is provided for anyone
living in Newport Pagnell, if required.
|
Weekly
|
1:30
- 3:30
|
Frank Lewis
|
|
WEDNESDAY
|
Wednesday Day Club
|
A
social group focused on mixing with others and providing lunch, company and a
wide range of activities. Transport is provided for anyone living in Newport
Pagnell, if required.
|
Weekly
|
9:30 - 3:00
|
Sandra Dorrill
|
|
WEDNESDAY
|
Wednesday Art Group
|
Our
Wednesday art class for the over 55s. All materials are provided. Can't make
Wednesday? Come on a Friday instead!
|
Weekly
|
1:30 - 3:30
|
Loretta
Ramsay
|
|
THURSDAY
|
Excercise Group
|
Gentle
exercises followed by various activities and a light lunch. Transport is
provided for anyone living in Newport Pagnell, if required.
|
Weekly
|
10:00 - 1:30
|
Brian
Stone, Celia Stone or John Gordon
|
|
THURSDAY
|
Gardening Group
|
Join
others with a shared interest in gardening for an hour or so for talks, plant
swaps, quizzes, trips and much more.
|
Second
Thursday of the month
|
10:30
(unless a trip)
|
Jenny Shann
|
|
THURSDAY
|
Walking Group
|
Come
along for an hour's walk around Newport Pagnell, then back to the Centre for
tea/coffee and cake. A great way to spend an afternoon! Please note: the group takes a break over the
winter months.
|
Second
and fourth Thursday of the month
|
2:00
|
Brian Hunt
|
|
THURSDAY
|
Jim's Brooklands Singers
|
A
group that enjoys singing and occasional performances in the local community.
|
Second
and fourth Thursday of the month
|
1:30
- 3:00
|
Frank
Lewis
|
|
FRIDAY
|
Carers' Group
|
A
friendly and sociable group for those who care for loved ones suffering from
dementia.
|
Alternate
Fridays
|
10:00 - 12:15
|
Karen Russell
|
|
FRIDAY
|
Friday Art Group
|
Our
Friday art class for the over 55s. All materials are provided. Can't make
Friday? Come on a Wednesday instead!
|
Weekly
|
2:00
- 4:00
|
Loretta Ramsay
|
|
FRIDAY
|
Book
Club
|
Love
reading? Come along to our sociable book group and meet up for a cuppa and a
chat about some of the best books around.
|
Last
Friday of the month
|
11:00
|
Irene Henderson
|
|
SATURDAY
|
Lunch Club
|
A
hearty, two-course meal with tea/coffee and biscuits plus a raffle and musical
entertainment. Transport provided, if required.
|
Third
Saturday of the month
|
11:00
- 2:00
|
Catherine Hall
|
OTHER RELATED GROUPS AND SERVICES
| GROUP/SERVICE | PROVIDER | DETAILS | CONTACT |
|
Beauty and Massage
|
Nina
Jita
|
Usually the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
|
Please
call Nina on 07703 358112 or email ninajita@yahoo.co.uk for more information or to book an
appointment.
|
|
Footcare
|
Neat Feet Age UK MK
|
Every
six weeks on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
|
Please
call 01908 557883 for more information or to book an appointment.
|
|
Hearing Aids
|
Sensory
Advice Resource Centre (SARC) Hearing
Aid Support
|
Provides
support for people with hearing aids (for example: new batteries, tubing, etc). First Tuesday of each month in the ground
floor interview room - 2-4pm. Appointments not always necessary.
|
Please
call either SARC on 01908
614499 or The Brooklands Centre on 01908 614749.
|
|
Memory
|
Memory
Group
|
A
chance for people living with memory-related problems to enjoy social
interaction in a friendly, supportive environment. Second and fourth Thursday
afternoons.
|
Please
contact Hazel Reynolds on 01908 614124 or hazel_reynolds@hotmail.co.uk
|
|
Osteopathy
|
Tactus Osteopathy
|
As booked.
|
For
more information, please visit www.tactus-osteopathy.co.uk
Call Andy Graves on 07736 180054 or email tactusosteopathy@gmail.com to book an appointment. |
|
Physiotherapy and Acupuncture
|
Carla
Smith
|
As
booked.
|
Please
call Carla on 07703 135355 or email smithcarla@me.com for more information or to book an
appointment.
|