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FUNDRAISING AND NEWS
Huge thanks to Brooke, Reece and Keira who took part in the National Citizens Service, organised in partnership with Northampton Academy, and raised a magnificent £63.17 for us at Holcot car boot in August.
Northampton Half Marathon –
Jamie and Gabriel were delighted
to volunteer at Go Beyond Sport’s Northampton Half Marathon on Sunday 25th September. We were one of several local charities providing race marshals at this fantastic community event.
Thank you to Cllr Val Chesser and Morag Horsnail
of Oundle Town Council for inviting us to have a stand at their event to mark International Day of Older Persons on Saturday 1st November.
Thank you to Cllr Jon Bailey
and Clerks Deborah Rush and Maddie Adams of Cogenhoe & Whiston Parish Council, and West Northamptonshire Cllr Stephen Clarke, for inviting us to speak at their Fish & Chip Community Lunch in August.
Mature Driver Roadshow, Rushden – We were glad
to be invited to another Mature Driver Roadshow
in September organised by Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue in association with Northamptonshire Police. By working together, we can all help older drivers stay safer on the roads for longer.
Our grateful thanks to Sam and Lucy of Roade Post Office for sending us another collecting goblet packed with small change, adding up to £22.81.
Bathing Equipment Fund - Bathing Equipment Fund - Please help us buy vital equipment for our day centre
in Northampton. Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. We’ve nearly reached our £16,000 target. www.justgiving.com/campaign/bathingequipment
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Find out about the services and support we provide in your local area – Our staff are always pleased to visit your group or club to tell you more about what we do and how we improve life for thousands of older people in Northamptonshire.
Please get in touch. Call us on 01604 611200 or email access@ageuknorthants.org.uk