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Our Open space groups are a hit with our clients and their carers. Our clients have been so grateful for the chance to see their friends face to face, with social distancing measures in place. “It was the highlight of my week- it was lovely to get up and get dressed with a purpose, knowingContinue reading “Social Distancing Hubs are a hit!”

Face coverings have now become compulsory when using public transport in shops and supermarkets to help keep yourself and others safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some people have a legal reasonable excuse why they are unable to wear a face covering and are exempt from wearing one. You will be exempt from wearing a faceContinue reading “Face Covering Exemption Cards Now Available”

Lockdown has been strange for everyone, especially for John who hasn’t been able to see his wife for three months. John and his wife have been happily married for 45 years. During her early 60’s his wife, Lesley, was diagnosed with Young Onset Dementia which changed both of their lives. She spent the next fiveContinue reading ““I just miss the physical contact of holding her hand.””

With thanks to the wonderful Anne-Marie, Hertswise Staff Member, Hertswise, Age UK Hertfordshire and Hertfordshire Mind where given a shout out on BBC Radio 2 by Phil Williams. She spoke about who Hertswise are and how they adapted since COVID-19. To listen, click on the following link and hear the clip from 34.44: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000jhb7

Since Boris Johnson announced lockdown on the 23rd of March 2020, the lives of my husband and I have changed dramatically. As we are both over the age of 70 and my husband has dementia, we were classed as vulnerable and had to isolate from our friends and family. Isolation has been difficult, and evenContinue reading “How my life has changed since lockdown”