a guide to services for older people living in and around hp16
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A guide to services
for older people living in and around HP16
Edition 1 2014
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Information
This guide consists of mainly voluntary and charitable organisations, but there are also several commercial organisations listed. Please take time to read through the guide to find out what is available to you or the person you are caring for. Not all services within this guide are free of charge so please ensure you check to see if there are any costs for the service you enquire about. This guide can be found on the website by visiting: www.chiltern.gov.uk/fiftyplus. (Guides covering Amersham, Chesham and the Chalfonts are also available.) Printed copies are available at: your local Library, and also Chiltern District Council Office
(King George V Road, Amersham), free of charge. Alternatively, you can telephone 01494 732103
(Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) to request a copy to be posted to you, or
email: [email protected]. Copies are available in A5, A4 and bold print. Please indicate which version you would like. We will be pleased to receive any new or updated information and also any comments you have to improve the guide. Please see contact details on the back page.
This guide is totally free of charge thanks to funding by
Missendens Local Area Forum
(with money devolved from Buckinghamshire County Council).
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Contents
Developing activities and improving access into local services for older people is a key priority for the local Neighbourhood Links Group.
There is an incredible range and diversity of community groups and professional agencies that provide invaluable services across the district.
This guide aims to pull this information together.
1. Emergency numbers and Crime Stoppers...................... 5
2. Age UK services ........................................................... 6-7
3. Council services for older people.................................... 8-9
4. NHS, Medical Help and Advice Services........................ 10
5. GP Practices.................................................................. 11
6. Hospitals and Patient Services and Complaints............ 12-13
7. Citizens Advice Bureau................................................... 14
8. Roads and Driving.......................................................... 15
9. Community Transport Schemes, Taxis and Buses....... 16-17
10. Support Societies for Health Issues ........................... 18-19
11. Wheelchair & Medical Equipment Hire / Aids .............. 20-21
12. Sight / Hearing / Memory / Breathing............................ 22-23
13. Dentists / Footcare....................................................... 24
14. Pharmacy .................................................................... 25
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15. Falls Prevention and Physiotherapy................................ 26
16. Fitness and Exercise ..................................................... 27-28
17. Mental Health.................................................................. 29
18. Counselling, and Befriending Schemes.......................... 30
19. Bereavement and End of Life Planning.......................... 31
20. Carers, Caring and Security........................................... 32-34
21. Council Tax, Benefits and Pensions................................ 35
22. Money, Debt and Finance............................................... 36
23. Food................................................................................ 37
24. Home Maintenance, Repairs and Improvements............ 38-39
25. Heating and Warmth....................................................... 40-41
26. Libraries, Learning and Computers................................. 42-43
27. Social Activities................................................................ 44-46
28. Creative pursuits and Environment.................................. 47
29. Music and Choirs............................................................ 48
30. Women's Institute........................................................... 49
31. Churches........................................................................ 50
32. Care Homes and Residential Care.................................. 51
33. Councils.......................................................................... 52
34. Village and Community Groups...................................... 53
Alphabetical Index................................................................ 54-59
Feedback............................................................................... 60
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Gas (if you smell gas) 0800 111 999
Electricity 0800 40 40 90
Water 0845 782 3333
Police/Fire/Medical 999
Police (non emergency) 101
NHS Direct 111
Social Services (out of hours) 0800 999 7677
Community Safety Team 01494 732265
1. Emergency Numbers
The Community Safety Teams brings together organisations and the community to reduce crime, the fear of crime, tackle anti-social behaviour and improve the quality of life for people in Chiltern District.
The team also supplies the ‘Message in a Bottle’ scheme (see the back page)
Name Crime Stoppers
Telephone 0800 555 111
Website https://crimestoppers-uk.org
Brief Description of Service
Report any criminal activity to Crime Stoppers, in confidence.
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Name Prestwood and Great Kingshill Age Concern
Telephone 01494 713960 (Jenny Plews) 01494 863982 (Joan Palmer)
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Prestwood Lunch Club. Tuesdays (except first Tuesday of the month) Minibus transport available
2. Age UK, Buckinghamshire
Name Great Missenden and District Age Concern
Telephone 01494 862606
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Tuesday morning coffee. At the Great Missenden Memorial Centre
Thursday Lunch Club : At Great Missenden Baptist Church Hall At 12 noon and costing £3.50 for the meal (with a minibus pick up service).
Friday morning shopping trip To the Great Missenden Co-op for £1(with a minibus pick up service).
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Name Age UK, Buckinghamshire
Telephone Regional: 01296 431911
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Age UK Buckinghamshire is dedicated to helping, supporting and improving the lives of older people in need across the whole county.
Cleaning and Ironing
Providing friendly, competent and DBS checked cleaners in your home if housework is proving too difficult. This service will provide cleaners, including laundry and ironing if needed. There is a charge for the service, which is available across the whole county.
Gardening Cutting the grass or keeping the garden tidy, the Garden Maintenance service is ideal for those who can no longer manage. Ask for gardening service on 01296 431911 for more information and price.
Handy person service
Age UK Buckinghamshire's handyperson service may be able to help with simple DIY jobs. The service is chargeable at £18 per hour, with a minimum of 1 hour, and is available to older people throughout the county.
Moving Home
The Moving Home service can help with the issues and practicalities of moving house.
Neat Feet Footcare
For those who struggle to cut their toenails on a regular basis and think it would help to have someone come to their home to cut them at agreed times.
Those with diabetes, haemophilia or any form of foot or nail fungus, you will need to speak to the NHS Podiatry : Telephone 01296 566459
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Name Bucks Connect
Telephone 0845 3708090 and ask for Bucks Connect
Website www.bucksconnect.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Bucks Connect is a new online directory providing a one-stop-shop for care and support services, activities, events and community groups.
3. Council Services for older people
Name Prevention Matters
Telephone 0300 6660159
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Partnership programme between Bucks County and District Councils, NHS, the Voluntary and Community sector. For those needing help to: Remain independent in your own home Discover services and new activities. For example, coffee mornings, lunch clubs, interest clubs and societies, or volunteering opportunities
Keep active and stay healthy Manage changes taking place in your life, such as following a stay in hospital or a bereavement.
Name Chiltern District Council Community Safety
Telephone 01494 732265
Website www.chiltern.gov.uk
Brief Description of Service
Working in partnership to run projects and services in order to reduce crime and fear of crime in Chiltern. Contact them for advice about how to keep yourself and your home safe. They can help you to set up a neighbourhood watch scheme in your area, help you to security mark your valuables or provide you with a free Message in a Bottle which is a simple way of keeping personal and medical information that can be accessed in an emergency.
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Name Bucks County Council Adult Social Care
Telephone 0800 9997677 (emergency out of hours number)
Website www.buckscc.gov.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
We can respond to emergency social work referrals out of office hours that cannot wait until the next working day. This could include: mental health problems, older people at risk, concerns about a person with a disability, vision or hearing impairment, family problems. We will give you information and advice over the phone. If we think you need more help we'll come to you.
Name Community Impact Bucks
Telephone 0845 389 0389
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Offering a number of services including: Gardening services Men in Sheds Oil Buying Community transport Pub Lunch Club
Name In Touch
Telephone 01296 383204
Brief Description of Service
Buckinghamshire County Council’s friendly ‘In-Touch’ team offers advice and information that is both practical and social, for example shopping, gardening or finding a lunch club nearby so you can meet people.
Name Bucks 50+ Forum
Telephone 01296 383204
Brief Description of Service
Website for information and feedback on services , and ensuring that the voices of older people (50+) in Buckinghamshire are heard. Many activities that might interest you can be found on the website.
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Name NHS 111
Telephone 111 for medical help fast that isn’t a 999 emergency.
Brief Description of Service
For assessment, advice and to be directed straight away to the local service that can help you best, by a team of highly-trained advisers, who are supported by experienced nurses.
111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls from landlines and mobile phones are free.
Name NHS Choices
Website www.nhs.uk
Brief Description of Service
For information on health. Containing information and advice on: health, ailments, social care, choosing care services, mental capacity, care homes, diet and nutrition, obesity and weight loss, cancer, heart & lungs, diabetes.
4. NHS and Medical Services
Name Freedom of information request
Telephone 01494 434411
Website [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
To ask for information that the hospital has a duty to share with you.
Name Patient Information
Telephone 01494 434411
Website www.patient.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Patient.co.uk is one of the most trusted medical resources in the UK, supplying evidence based information on a wide range of medical and health
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Name Chequers Surgery
Telephone 01494 862858 01494 863899
Website www.ourpractice.co.uk
Dr Mitchell (f) : Dr Wilson (m) : Dr Kanji (m) : Dr Sevova (f) 1-3 Chequers Drive, Prestwood, Bucks. HP16 9DU
Name The John Hampden Surgery
Telephone 01494 890900
Website www.johnhampden.co.uk
Dr Mallard Smith (f) : Dr Roberts (f) : Dr Hodder (f) 97 High St, Prestwood, Buckinghamshire HP16 9EU
Name The Practice Prospect House
Telephone 01494 862325
Website www.thepracticeplc.com
Dr Ajit Kadirgamar (m) : Dr. Barnes (f) : Dr Moukli (m) Prospect House, High Street. Great Missenden, Bucks HP16 0BG
Name Family First GP Practice (private GP service)
Telephone 01494 867070
Website www.familyfirstgp.co.uk
Dr Moukli (m) 51 High Street, Great Missenden, HP16 0AL
5. GP Practices
Name GP Patient Advisory Liaison (PALS)
Telephone 0800 328 5640
Website www.chilternccg.nhs.uk/practices/bpcc/ Chiltern-PALS-and-Complaints.pdf
Brief Description of Service
For queries or complaints relating to your GP Practice, Dental, or Pharmacy. PALS listens to concerns and feedback; ensures these are used to improve services; and advises and supports you.
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6. Hospitals
Name Amersham Hospital
Telephone 01494 434411
Address Whielden Street, Amersham, Bucks HP7 0JD
Name High Wycombe Hospital
Telephone 01494 526161
Address Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 2TT
Name Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Telephone 01296 315000
Address Mandeville Road, Aylesbury, Bucks HP21 8AL
Name Hospital Patient Advisory Liaison Service (PALS)
Telephone 01296 316042 (St Man) 01494 425882 (HW & Am)
email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Questions or problems with any of the local hospital services - Pals is the place to start.
Name Diagnostic Centre - Cressex
Telephone 01494 555200
Website www.careuk.com/mid-and-south-buckinghamshire-nhs-diagnostic-centre
Brief Description of Service
Cressex Business Park, Unit 2, The Merlin Centre Lancaster Road, High Wycombe HP12 3QL Providing high quality diagnostic imaging procedures.
Name BMI Chiltern Hospital, Great Missenden HP160DE
Telephone 01494 890 890 (Helpline)
Brief Description of Service
Private Hospital able to undertake a wide range of procedures from routine investigations to complex surgery. (www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/chiltern)
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Name Red Cross Home from Hospital Service
Telephone 01296 316626
Brief Description of Service
Providing support at home after a stay in hospital. - rebuilding confidence - collecting prescriptions - offering companionship - assistance with shopping.
Name Patient Advocacy Services (SEAP)
Telephone 0330 440 9000
Website www.seap.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
If you have a complaint against the NHS you may be able to get free and confidential help. The service is independent of the NHS.
Name Healthwatch Bucks
Telephone 0845 260 6216
Website www.healthwatchbucks.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Relate your experience of using local NHS services. Healthwatch Bucks works to help local people get the best out of their local health and social care services.
Name Action Against Medical Accidents
Telephone 0845 123 2352
Website www.avma.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
If harm may have resulted from negligence by an NHS organisation or healthcare professional, you are entitled to an explanation and may get compensation.
Name NHS England - Complaints about your Doctor, Dentist, Pharmacist or Optician
Telephone 0300 311 2233
Website www.england.nhs.uk/contact-us/complaint/
Brief Description of Service
Contact the practice concerned first, who should have a complaints procedure in place. If this does not help, then contact us.
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Name CAB – Prestwood Outreach
Location 1 - 3 Chequers Drive, Prestwood HP16 9DU
Telephone 01494 863899 (at Chequers Surgery Prestwood)
Website www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
Brief Description of Service
Free, independent and confidential advice on a wide range of topics. Professionally trained advisers offer personal appointments, advice over the phone and
Services offered
Managing money & debt Benefits Consumer problems Housing Tax & legal problems Employment Family and personal issues Healthcare Utilities and transport Education Immigration & residency queries Human rights
7. Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
Name CAB - Trading Standards
Telephone 08454 040506
Website www.adviceguide.org.uk/
Brief Description of Service
Protecting consumers and safeguarding the health and well-being of the community. In partnership with Citizens Advice we provide free
Services offered
Shopping problems Contract problems Food labeling Complicated credit contracts High pressure selling Feeling 'ripped off'
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Name Transport for Buckinghamshire Road Safety Team
Telephone 01296 382450
Website www.transportforbucks.net/Transport-and-roads.aspx
Brief Description of Service
Offers mature driver assessments by specially trained driving instructors.
Name Transport for Buckinghamshire Report Problems
Telephone 0845 230 2882
Website http://www.transportforbucks.net/BCC-report-a-problem.aspx
Brief Description of Service
If you find there is a problem with uneven pavements, missing drain covers or potholes, contact the call centre either by phone or at the website. Using the website enables you to track the process of action taken. Also for reporting any dangerous or emergency road or street light problems
8. Roads and Driving
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9. Community Transport Schemes, Taxis and Buses
Name Kingshill Cars
Telephone 01494 868699
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Local car service Private Hire for up to 7 passengers. Fully licensed and insured.
Name Neales
Telephone 01494 522555
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Taxi and private hire company in High Wycombe and the surrounding areas with over 100 vehicles ranging from executive taxis to minibuses and coaches. 365 days a year and 24 hours around the clock.
Name Community Transport Hub
Telephone 0800 085 8480 (10am-2pm Monday to Friday. )
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Providing information, advice and guidance on community transport providers. From community car schemes to Dial A Ride, call to find out who can help.
Name Arriva Bus Service
Telephone 0871 200 2233 (Timetable enquiries) 0844 800 4411 (Customer Service)
Email www.arrivabus.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Local bus services
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Name Prestwood Area Community Transport (PACT)
Telephone 07968 641427
Website www.prestwoodca.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
A not-for-profit group of volunteers, providing friendly and flexible transport for journeys that would otherwise be too difficult or expensive. Serving those living in a 5mile radius of Prestwood.
Name Chiltern Dial-A-Ride
Telephone 01494 766123
Website www.chiltern-dial-a-ride.net
Brief Description of Service
A not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing an affordable, accessible and safe transport service for people living in Chiltern District.
Name St John Ambulance—Support services
Telephone 01296 423886
Website www.orderofstjohn.org
Brief Description of Service
Ambulance transport to nursing homes and hospitals
Name 4x4 Adverse Weather Scheme (run by PACT)
Telephone 07968 641427
Website www.prestwoodca.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
When advised to stay in owing to the weather, volunteer 4x4 drivers will deliver essential supplies e.g. Medicines, food etc to your door.
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Name Macmillan Cancer Support
Telephone 0808 808 0000
Email Website
[email protected] www.macmillan.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Aiming to improve the lives of those affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care.
Name Iain Rennie Hospice at Home
Telephone 01727 843401
Website www.renniegrove.org
Brief Description of Service
Their aim is to ensure that local people diagnosed with advanced, progressive life-limiting illness receive the care they need to live as fully as possible at home - or wherever they choose to be - to the very end of their life. Providing a 24-hour responsive Hospice at Home service plus support services for patients & families in Herts & Bucks.
Name Alzheimer’s Society
Telephone 01494 670909
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Offers a range of services and activities, ranging from befriending schemes, carers support groups, dementia cafes, singing workshops and more.
10. Societies - Alzheimer: Cancer: Diabetes: Epilepsy: Parkinsons: Stroke
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Name Parkinsons Disease Association
Telephone 0808 800 0303
Website www.parkinsons.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Supporting those with Parkinson’s Disease
Name National Society for Epilepsy
Telephone 01494 601 400 or 0808 800 5050 (free helpline)
Website www.epilepsy.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Connect and support people through the confidential epilepsy helpline, online epilepsy forum, epilepsy campaigns and awareness raising.
Name Diabetes UK Careline
Telephone 0345 123 2399
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Access to professional counsellors with extensive knowledge of diabetes. Information and opportunity to talk through the emotional, social, psychological or practical difficulties.
Name The Stroke Association
Telephone 0303 3033 100
Website www.stroke.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Provides a number of vital support services across the country to help those affected by a stroke to regain their lives.
Name MS Society High Wycombe and District
Telephone 01494 443917
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
The local branch of the MS Society, which is the UK’s leading MS charity. They provide information and support, funding research and fighting for change. Their one aim—to beat Multiple Sclerosis.
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11.Wheelchair & Medical Equipment Hire Aids for daily living
Name Remap
Telephone 0845 1300 456
Website www.remap.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Custom made equipment for those with disabilities. Remap’s special equipment tailor-made and given free to the people who need it.
Name Bucks County Council Central Access Team
Telephone 01296 383204 Disabled Facilities Grants
Brief Description of Service
Disabled Facilities Grants are available to give disabled persons better access into, and around their home. For example: installing a stair lift; an access ramp, replacing a bath with a walk-in shower.
The grant is for home owners or tenants. Maximum grant: £30,000.
To qualify, the works must be recommended by a Community Occupational Therapist, and must not start until the grant is approved.
Name People’s Voices
Telephone 01494 862489
Website www.peoplesvoices.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
Offers a range of advice and information on services for people with disabilities, mental health service users and older people.
Name British Red Cross
Telephone 01296 739302
Website www.redcross.org.uk/What-we-do/Health-and-social-care/Independent-living/Mobility-aids
Brief Description of Service
Provides loans of wheelchairs and medical equipment.
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Name St John Ambulance—Support services
Telephone 01296 423886 or 01494 729581
Website www.orderofstjohn.org
Brief Description of Service
Provides loans of wheelchairs and medical equipment.
Name NRS Healthcare
Telephone 0845 287 2480
Website www.nrs-uk.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Aids for daily living. Free catalogue on request. Please note that although this supplier is listed in this Directory, it is not a preferred supplier – it is worthwhile trying other suppliers to compare prices.
Name Telecare
Telephone 01296 383774
Brief
Description
of Service
Telecare is equipment that uses modern technology to help people live safely and independently in their own home. Many people will be familiar with the pendant and care alarms most usually seen in elderly people’s homes. Telecare now includes a much broader range of equipment, which can be used on its own or linked to a dedicated call centre in the same way as care alarms. All the equipment has been developed to help people maintain their independence and give peace of mind to them and those who care for them.
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Name Opticall
Telephone 0208 998 4228
Website www.opticalleyecare.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
FREE home visiting Optician. Full NHS eye tests (subject to eligibility) Testing for cataracts, glaucoma and diabetes Comprehensive eye-health checks Modern, portable diagnostic optical equipment Complete glasses dispensing service
12. Breathing, Eyesight, Hearing, Memory
Name Chiltern Opticians, Great Missenden
Telephone 01494 868496
Website www.chilternopticians.com
Name Susan Collier Opticians, Prestwood
Telephone 01494 866270
Website http://home.btconnect.com/susan-collier/
Name Breathe Easy
Telephone 0207 688 5555 or 03000 030 555
Website www.blf.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Local club for those who have lung problems. Was called the British Lung Foundation
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Name Action on Hearing Loss
Telephone 0808 808 0123
Website www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk/
Brief Description of Service
Support for visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing and deaf blind adults and children.
Name Buckinghamshire Integrated Sensory Service
Telephone 01296 479970
email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Formerly RNID—their services still include: Equipment to assist with daily living Demonstrate and advise on appropriate equipment Advice and information on hearing, sight and dual sensory loss
Support and assist access to community activities
Name Memory Advice Service
Telephone 01296 438415
Brief
Description
of Service
If you or someone you care for has memory difficulties or dementia (eg forgetting names of friends or everyday objects; Feeling confused in familiar environments), we can arrange for one of our trained advisors to visit your home. You can discuss your fears and frustrations in complete confidence and we will help you to access the services you need.
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13. Dentists and Footcare
Name Neat Feet Footcare (Age UK, Buckinghamshire)
Telephone 01296 431911
Email [email protected] John Martin (Chairman),
Brief Descrip-tion of Service
For those who struggle to cut their toenails on a regular basis and think it would help to have someone come to their home to cut them at agreed times. Those with diabetes, haemophilia or any form of foot or nail fungus will need to speak to the NHS Podiatry department: Telephone 01296 566459
Name Prestwood Dental Health Centre
Telephone 01494 864601 01494 865997
Website www.pdhcentre.co.uk
99 High Street, Prestwood HP16 9EU
Name The Geans Dental Practice
Telephone 01494 866138
Website www.thegeansdentalpractice.co.uk
Wycombe Road, Prestwood HP16
Name Village Dental Practice
Telephone 01494 862081
Website www.missenden-dentalcare.co.uk
Station Approach, Great Missenden HP16 9AZ
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Name Prestwood Pharmacy
Telephone 01494 862303 Julie Horslen
Email [email protected]
Brief Descrip-tion of Service
145 High Street, Prestwood HP16 9HF Electronic prescription service available NHS and private dispensing, stop smoking service, emergency hormonal contraception and blood pressure testing. A consultation room available for private, confidential advice about medicines and ailments. Monday to Friday: 9am to 1pm - 2pm to 6pm. Saturdays: 9am to 1pm.
Name Kinton Pharmacy
Telephone 01494 862 060
Website www.kintonpharmacy.com
Brief Description of Service
Electronic prescription service available 44 High Street, Gt. Missenden. HP16 0AU Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Friday: 9am to 6pm Wednesday: 9am to 5pm Saturdays: 9am to 4pm
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Name Buckinghamshire Falls Prevention Service
Telephone 01494 426868
Website www.buckinghamshirefallsprevention.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Simple practical steps to reduce the risk of falling. Information is provided for those who are concerned about the issue of falls, along with information on Falls Prevention Classes taking place in Bucks.
Name Get Fit Avoid Falls
Telephone 0844 225 2403
Brief Description of Service
Community-based gentle exercise class for those who have fallen or are at risk of falling. The instructors have specific training to deliver the classes, working closely with physiotherapists and health professionals to provide this gentle safe class.
Name Tai Chi for Balance
Telephone 01494 866688
Website http://www.better.org.uk/leisure/sprinters
Brief Description of Service
Gentle form of exercise that is beneficial to people who practise regularly. Students can self-refer or be referred by a health professional.
15. Falls Prevention and Physiotherapy
Name Prestwood Physiotherapy
Telephone 01494 891919
Website [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Pankridge Farm, Moat Lane, Prestwood HP16 9DA
Four experienced and fully Qualified Chartered Physiotherapists at the practice. Hydrotherapy Pain management Traction Acupuncture Spinal and peripheral mobilisations and Manipulation techniques
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Name Active for Health Exercise Referral Scheme
Telephone 01494 866688
Website www.better.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
If a GP or health professional, e.g. physiotherapist or nurse specialist, feels that your health would benefit from being more physically active, they may refer to the Sprinters leisure centre for: • Losing weight and weight management • Managing stress and anxiety • Reducing the risk of or controlling Type II Diabetes • Improving mobility • Decreased mobility with joint and muscle problems • Increasing your strength and flexibility • Controlling your blood pressure Having a healthier lifestyle and living life to the full! Activities include: • Gym • Pilates • Tai Chi for Balance • Studio programmes e.g. a specialised circuits class
16. Fitness and Exercise
Physical activity guidelines Older Adults (65 + years)
To maintain good physical and cognitive function it helps to:
Aim to be active daily. Over a week, moderate intensity activity of at least 150 minutes (2½ hours) in bouts of 10 minutes or so.
For those already active at moderate intensity, comparable benefits can be achieved through 75 minutes of more vigorous intensity activity spread across the week.
Try to undertake physical activity to improve muscle strength on at least two days a week.
Those at risk of falls should incorporate physical activity to improve balance and co‑ordination on at least two days a week.
Try to minimise the amount of time spent being sedentary (sitting) for extended periods.
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Name Active Hearts
Telephone 07970 214 742 Caroline Luff
Website www.better.org.uk/leisure/sprinters/page/129
Brief Description of Service
Safe and effective exercise for those with heart disease. Clinical experts and physiotherapists will work with all types of heart problems.
Name Simply Walk
Telephone 01494 475367
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Walking is a way to get out and about, meet new people, keep fit and help the environment!
Name Prestwood Community Walking Group
Telephone 01494 863413 (Ken Foot)
Website www.kingschurchprestwood.org
Brief Description of Service
Thursday mornings and Sunday afternoons—easy walks in the local area.
Name Jazzercize
Telephone 07708 275527
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Prestwood Village Hall, 9.45am, Tuesday and Thursday. Instructors provide easy-to-follow cues and safety reminders. Instructors are intensively screened, trained, and CPR certified.
Name Kaso Studios
Telephone 07985 048 880 (Kate) 07989 205 498 (Sophie)
Email www.kasostudios.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Prestwood Village Hall, 11am-12md, Thursdays. Gentle exercise class carefully designed for those with wonky backs, sore knees, funny hips and hearts of GOLD. For 65+ age group.
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Name People’s Voices
Telephone 01494 862489
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
People's Voices offers a range of advice and infor-mation services for people with disabilities, mental health service users and older people.
Name Buckinghamshire Mind
Telephone 01296 437328
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Giving any who have mental health issues somewhere to turn for advice and support, including: Anger management Advice and Information Befriending scheme Day services Counselling Employment-related sevices Resource centres Older people's services Service user group Talking treatments
Name Pippin Club (Bucks Mind)
Telephone 01494 771131 (Julie Thornton)
Brief Description of Service
For those with either Dementia or other Mental Health issues which make it difficult to access other services in the community. They provide support, fun, and companionship in a friendly environment giving carers a few hours respite. A cooked lunch is provided.
17. Mental Health
Name Healthy Minds
Telephone 0844 225 2400
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Help for the anxious, depressed or stressed to improve feelings of wellbeing. Acting as rapid NHS service offering talking therapies, practical support and employment advice
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18. Counselling and Befriending Schemes
Name Samaritans Chilterns
Telephone 01494 432000
Website www.samaritanschilterns.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Confidential support offered to anyone passing through a crisis. We offer time and space for people to express their feelings, helping them to talk through their options and find a way to face the future. 24 hour, 365 days a year.
Name Community Counselling
Telephone 07565 567 439
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Offers local affordable counselling for adults, in the HP16 postal area. Provides support for those who are in distress. Supports greater individual and family well-being. Avoids long waiting lists by having a local team of counsellors
Name KIT (Keeping in Touch)
Telephone 01494 862352 (St Peter & St Paul, Gt Missenden)
Website www.missendenchurch.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
KIT: ‘Keeping in Touch’ is to enable friendships to be made within the community. If you would like a visit from your local Parish Church we would like hear from you.
Name The Silver Line Helpline
Telephone 0800 4 70 80 90
Website www.thesilverline.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
The Silver Line is a free confidential helpline providing information, friendship and advice to older people, open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
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19. Bereavement and End of Life Planning
Name Cruse Buckinghamshire
Telephone 01494 766 455
Website www.crusebucks.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Help for the bereaved. CRUSE offers a care and understanding for you to talk with in complete confidence: One-to-one in your own home or in a counselling room—For as long as you need
Name Finity
Website www.finity.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Supporting conversations about how people wish to live the end of their lives. Providing information about local resources that can help turn choices into practical and dignified plans.
Name Wright’s Funeral Directors
Telephone 01494 863101
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Family run independent funeral directors who have generations of experience in guiding families through the difficult time of bereavement.
Name Hazelmere FuneralCare (Co-operative)
Telephone 01494 717347
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Offering a full range of funeral services locally.
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20. Carers and Caring
Name Crossroads Care
Telephone 01494 868107
Email Website
[email protected] www.buckscrossroads.org
Brief Description of Service
Respite care scheme by means of a Care Attendant. Allows carers to have needed breaks. Frequency of visits is arranged according to need.
Name Carers Bucks
Telephone 0300 777 2722 (calls charged at local rate)
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Supports carers of all ages. For those caring for someone who cannot manage without you because they are ill, frail or have a disability.
Name St John’s Ambulance Sitting Service
Telephone 01494 689955
Website www.orderofstjohn.org
Brief Description of Service
Trained volunteers provide short periods of respite care in the home, sitting in to allow carers to have a break.
For local residential and care homes, please see page 51
Name NBFA Assisting the elderly
Telephone 0207 8280200
Website www.nbfa.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
National body offering away breaks; as well as pain relief machines and emergency home alarms.
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Name Chiltern & South Bucks Safe Place Scheme
Telephone 01494 732089
Website www.chiltern.gov.uk/safeplace
Brief
Description
of Service
Helping people deal with incidents that take place in the community. For example, harassment, bullying or anti-social behaviour. Aiming to help people lead independent lives and feel safe.
Name Careline
Telephone 0800 137 915
Website http://www.buckscc.gov.uk/bcc/adult_social_
care/abuse_protection.page
Brief
Description
of Service
Please call Careline to report alleged abuse anonymously or if you feel a report is not being taken seriously.
Name Action on Elder Abuse
Telephone 0808 808 8141
Website www.elderabuse.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
Confidential helpline for anyone concerned about abuse.
Name Victim Support
Telephone 0845 30 30 900
Website www.victimsupport.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
The national charity giving free and confidential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family and friends.
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Name Neighbourhood Return
Telephone 0845 155 0418
Website www.ourturn.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
A free service, using local volunteer searchers to help find people with memory problems (including dementia) who have gone missing or 'wandering'. As soon as you know that someone you look after has gone missing, ring the Neighbourhood Return national phone line on 0845 155 0418. The call centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Name Bucks Search and Rescue
Telephone 0771 970 2760
Website www.bsar.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
Assisting Thames Valley Police with missing person searches. Ready to respond 24 Hours a day 365 days a year. They have a pool of volunteers trained in emergency procedures
Name Neighbourhood Action Group
Telephone 07762 564273
Email [email protected] Brief
Description
of Service
Bringing together Thames Valley Police and the community as a forum for raising concerns about the area and community
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21. Council Tax, Benefits and Pensions
Name Chiltern District Council - Council Tax and Benefits
Welfare Advice
Telephone 01494 732075
Brief Description of Service
If you are unsure whether you are receiving the benefits to which you are entitled, Chiltern District Council have a Welfare Officer who can visit you at your home to complete a claim form for housing / council tax benefit and provide advice and information on other benefits to which you may be entitled.
State Pension enquiries
Telephone 08456 060 265
Website https://www.gov.uk/contact-pension-service
Name Tax Help for Older People
Telephone 0845 601 3321
Website www.taxvol.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
An independent free tax advice service for older people on low incomes
Name Citizens Advice Bureau
Telephone 01494 545991
Website www.chilterncab.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Free, confidential and open to all in the community. Staff are fully trained to advise on a wide range of issues: - Managing money and debt - Benefits - Consumer, tax and legal problems - Housing
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Name M for Money (Credit Union)
Telephone 0208 8756 3866
Website www.mformoneycreditunion.org
Brief Description of Service
Offer the same products and services as banks. A Credit Union is a financial institution that operates as a not-for-profit financial cooperative. Formed by and continuing to be owned by its members, with the purpose of beneficially serving and helping each other. The credit union philosophy of “people helping people”. This means decisions are made with the needs of members in mind, rather than dictated by profits or shareholders.
22. Money and Finance
Name Bucks Floating Support
Telephone 01296 333220 / 01296 484322
Website www.connectionfs.org
Brief
Description
of Service
Support given to people who have a wide range of housing support needs including rent arrears, threat of eviction, unpaid utility bills, finding alternative accommodation.
Name Carehome
Website www.carehome.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Online information and advice on care homes and finance.
Name SAGA Care Funding Advice
Telephone 0800 056 7996
Website http://www.saga.co.uk/money/care-funding-advice.aspx?campid=carehome_phone
Brief Description of Service
Helpline and information on funding care in residential and nursing homes
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Name Wiltshire Farm Foods
Telephone 01525 242220
Website www.wiltshirefarmfoods.com
Brief
Description
of Service
Meals and desserts delivered directly to your door. The drivers are police checked and will unpack and store your food and are able to use key safe systems for those unable to get to the door. A wide range of dietary needs including low fat, gluten free, vegetarian, halal and kosher can be catered for.
Name Chiltern Food bank
Telephone 07582 171 906 —Questions or donations—
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Care professionals (doctors, health visitors, social workers, CAB and police) issue foodbank vouchers. Clients then bring their voucher to a foodbank centre where it is redeemed for three days emergency food. Volunteers are then able to signpost to agencies to help with other issues.
Name Meals on Wheels
Telephone 0845 6080122
Website www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
The original Meals on Wheel provider. Delivering two million meals a year to people who have difficulty with shopping, carrying food home or cooking for themselves.
23. Food
Name Apetito Ltd
Telephone 01296 383204
Website www.buckscc.gov.uk/social-care/care-for-adults/care-services/meals/
Brief
Description
of Service
Apetito Ltd supply meals on Bucks County Council’s behalf. They can provide a hot lunchtime meal and a tea time snack to your home. Subject to eligibility.
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24. Home Maintenance, Repairs and Improvements
Name Buy with Confidence Scheme
Telephone 08454 04 05 06
Website www.buywithconfidence.gov.uk
Brief Description of Service
To find a tradesman you can trust, ask Trading Standards who can provide you with details of reliable local tradesmen and women who can carry out work around your home and garden.
Name Age UK - Handyperson service
Telephone 01296 431911
Brief Description of Service
If you have simple DIY jobs around the house that need doing, then Age UK Buckinghamshire's handyperson service may be able to help. The service is chargeable at £18 per hour, with a minimum of 1 hour, and is available to older people throughout the county.
Name Support with Confidence Scheme
Telephone 08454 04 05 06
Website www.supportwithconfidence.co.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
With every business vetted and approved by local authority Social Care and Trading Standards staff, Support With Confidence will help you find a wide range of care and support from people and businesses you can trust.
Name Bucks Fire & Rescue (HOME SAFETY CHECKS)
Telephone 01296 744477
Website www.bucksfire.gov.uk
Brief Description of Service
Free home safety checks Free Smoke alarms fitted
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Name Chiltern District Council (CDC) - House Repairs and Adaptations
Telephone The Housing Team—01494 729000.
Brief Description of Service
CDC offers grants and loans to older and vulnerable residents to maintain their homes.
Flexible Home Improvement Loans up to £30,000 to: homeowner-occupiers who are aged 60 or over owners of homes empty for at least six months. These are not means tested but are dependent on sufficient equity in the property.
Loans will be considered for installation of— central heating boiler; double glazing; walk-in shower; burglar alarm, stairlift. Also—re-roofing; re-wiring; security related works; and adaptations for energy efficiency.
Name Aid for the Aged in Distress (AFTAID)
Telephone 0870 803 1950
Website www.aftaid.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
AFTAID can help older persons that are financially stretched beyond their means to the point of genuine distress. AFTAID can provide grants for many items such as; mobility scooters; walk-in showers; radiators; cookers; cleaning; new boiler. Referrals can be accepted from members of the caring professions and voluntary organisations. People must be of state pensionable age.
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Top energy saving tips to help you reduce your fuel bills 1. Set the heating to the right temperature. During the day
set the thermostat to 21C (70F), and during the night set to 18C (64F)
2. Set the heating to come on just before you get up and switch off after you’ve gone to bed. If it’s very cold, set it to come on earlier and turn off later rather than turning the thermostat up.
3. If you can’t heat all of your rooms, heat the living room throughout the day and the bedroom just before you go to bed. Remember to close curtains and shut doors to keep the heat in.
4. Heating your home safely is important. Get your heating system checked regularly and keep your rooms well venti-lated.
25. Heating and Warmth
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Name Affordable Warmth Helpline
Telephone 0800 107 0044
Brief
Description
of Service
Impartial expert advice on all issues surrounding affordable warmth - reducing energy bills, increasing energy efficiency of properties, switching energy supplier and how to stay warm over the winter.
Name Energy Saving Trust
Telephone 0300 123 1234
Website www.energysavingtrust.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
Free Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation. Most free insulation schemes are now closed to new enquiries but some energy suppliers and insulation installers are offering discounted insulation.
Name The Home Heat Helpline
Telephone 0800 33 66 99 (free)
Website www.homeheathelpline.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
A helpline offering access to grants for home insulation and reduced tariffs from energy suppliers, as well as advice on saving money and managing bills.
Name Bucks Oil Buying Club (BOB)
Telephone 01993 225011
Website info.communityimpactbucks.org.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
Community Impact Bucks runs an oil club to provide a way to save money on fuel costs. The Bucks Oil Buying Club (BOB) takes on the organisation of bulk buying of fuel oil and the negotiation of the best prices, reducing the cost for members and the time spent sourcing oil.
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Name University of the Third Age U3A
Telephone 020 8466 6139 National Office The Third Age Trust, The Old Municipal Building 19, East Street, Bromley, Kent. BR1 1QE
Website www.u3a.org.uk/
Brief Description of Service
The U3A movement is an organisation which provides life-enhancing and life-changing opportunities. Retired and semi-retired people come together and learn together, not for qualifications but for its own reward: the sheer joy of discovery!
Wendover U3A Aylesbury Vale U3A Chess U3A High Wycombe U3A
Local Branches
Website and contact is via this address U3asites.org.uk (see this page and follow the link)
Chiltern U3A 07582 048771 Chiltern U3A. Amersham & District Community Association Chiltern Avenue Amersham HP6 5AH
Website: www.chiltern-u3a.org.uk
26. Libraries, Learning and Computers
Name Buckinghamshire Adult Learning
Telephone 0845 045 4040
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Providing creative, languages and computer courses to suit all levels. Offering residential courses at centres throughout the county. Day and week-end courses, day time or evening.
Name Computer Training —Age UK
Telephone 01296 431911
Brief Description of Service
Provides lessons for older people in their own homes, tailor-made to individual needs using your own computer.
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Name Home Library Service
Telephone 01494 475573
Website www.buckscc.gov.uk/bcc/libraries/home library_service.page
Brief
Description
of Service
If you enjoy reading but are unable to visit your local library, the Home Library Service is here to help. We can deliver books, audio books, CDs, DVDs and even games & jigsaws free to your home each month.
Name Great Missenden Library
Telephone 0845 230 3232 Email [email protected] Brief
Description
of Service
High Street Great Missenden HP16 0AL Local library facilities with hearing loop, books, Periodicals, internet, DVD’s.
Name Prestwood Mobile Library
Brief
Description
of Service
Wednesdays from 3pm—4pm Outside Prestwood Village hall
Name Missenden Abbey Adult Learning
Telephone 01296 383582
Website www.missendenabbey-al.co.uk
Brief Description of Service
Excellent programme of hundreds of inspiring both residential and non-residential courses in creative crafts, art, textiles, singing, photography, cultural studies and many other subjects.
Name Rainbow Silks— Classes and workshops
Telephone 01494 862929
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Classes and workshops in creative textiles e.g. Knitting, crochet, silk painting, batik, embroidery etc.
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Name POD Group (Prestwood Open Door)
Telephone 01494 862257
Website www.kingschurchprestwood.org
Brief Description of Service
Once a month on 2nd Monday in the month, Prestwood Village Hall from 2.30-4pm. Refreshments, quizzes, and speakers on local issues or cultures different to the UK. With a Christian focus.
Name Age UK, Great Missenden (weekly prog)
Telephone 01494 862606
Email [email protected] John Martin (Chairman),
Brief Description of Service
Tuesday morning coffee : Gt Missenden Mem Centre
Thursday Lunch Club : GM Baptist Church Hall £3.50 for the meal (with a minibus pick up service).
Friday morning shopping trip in to the Co-op, for £1(with a minibus pick up service).
Name Prestwood Friendship Club
Telephone 01494 862431
Brief Description of Service
Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 2.15pm in the Prestwood Methodist Church for a varied programme with Christian emphasis. Tea at 2pm
27. Social Activities
Name Prestwood and Great Kingshill Age Concern
Telephone 01494 713960 (Jenny Plews) 01494 863982 (Joan Palmer)
Brief Description of Service
Prestwood Lunch Club. Prestwood Village Hall Tuesdays (except first Tuesday of the month) Minibus transport available
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Name Forget me not club
Telephone 01494 863982
Brief Description of Service
Monthly meeting for the over 60’s First Tuesday in the month. Prestwood Village Hall 2.15pm—4pm
Name Prestwood Bridge Club
Telephone 01494 863084 Mary McConnell
Venue Alternate Tuesdays from 2-4pm in the Prestwood Village Hall
Name Great Missenden Bridge Club
Telephone 01494 712826 John Wilkinson
email [email protected]
Venue Great Missenden Memorial Centre Wednesday evenings— 7.30pm
Name Contact The Elderly
Telephone 0207 240 0630 (Suzan Hyland).
Brief
Description
of Service
For those unable to get out on their own. One Sunday afternoon a month, a group in Great Missenden meet for tea, cake and company.
Name Men in Sheds (run by Community Impact Bucks)
Telephone 01844 348831 or 07990 756742 Samantha Hardy
Brief
Description
of Service
Every Friday, Rabans Lane, Aylesbury
Started in November 2012 to give men who have experienced life-changing events such as redundancy, retirement, bereavement or ill-health a place to meet, enabling them to be productive and get involved in their local community.
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Name Prestwood Gardening Society
Telephone 01494 714212
Website www.bucksvoice.net/prestwood-gardening-society/
Brief Description of Service
The society holds monthly meetings at the Prestwood Village Hall (HP16 0NZ) starting at 8:00pm promptly on the second Thursday in the month. At each meeting we have an experienced and often well known speaker - subjects include gardening topics, natural and local history and travel.
Name Blue Door Cinema
Website www.bluedoorcinema.org
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Great Missenden Memorial Centre Community cinema designed to show the films that you want to see. From quirky art house movies to cherished classics, film noir, foreign thrillers and everything in between. Enjoy great films on a big screen with a glass of wine, a cold beer, home-made
Name Prestwood Book Group
Telephone 01494 863413 (Fran Foot)
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Read a book a month and gather in homes to discuss
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28. Creative pursuits and Environment
Name Prestwood Community Knitting Group
Telephone 01494 863413 (Fran Foot)
Website www.kingschurchprestwood.org
Brief Description of Service
Knitting is an excellent therapy, and productive too.
Name Prestwood Card Making Group
Telephone 01494 866909 (Alison Brackett)
Website www.kingschurchprestwood.org
Brief Description of Service
Opportunity to create unique handmade cards using many different techniques and materials
Name Prestwood Nature
Website Prestwoodnature.org
Brief Description of Service
The Nature Conservation Group for the area around Prestwood, including Great Missenden, Hampdens, Kingshills, North Dean and Speen
Name Ballinger Decorative and Fine Arts Society
Telephone 01296 620830 (Felicity Sykes)
website www.ballingerdfas.org.uk
Brief Description of Service
A local charity providing lectures, study days and visits relating to Fine and Decorative Arts and to the conservation of our national heritage.
Name Prestwood Theatre Club
Telephone 0709 201 5796
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Opportunity to get involved in lots of different areas of producing good local theatre productions
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Name Gathering Singers Choir
Telephone 01494 866439
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
A community choir singing a wide range of styles of music
Name Great Missenden Choral Society
Telephone 01494 863581
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Made up of keen amateur singers from Great Missenden and the surrounding area.
Name Great Missenden Orchestra
Telephone 01494 863497
Contact Stephanie Baudet
Brief Description of Service
Symphony Orchestra, meeting in the Oldham Hall, Great Missenden
Name Dolce Vita
Telephone 07773 704233
Website www.singers4all.com
Brief Description of Service
Fun adult singing group, no previous experience necessary. 2pm on Mondays during term time at Oldham Hall, Great Missenden, Bucks.
29. Music and Choirs
Name Really Terrible Choir
Telephone 01494 715336 (Helen) or 01494 863161 (Gill)
Brief Description of Service
The choir meets every Wednesday evening from 7.30pm at the Baptist Church Hall in Great Missenden.
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Name Prestwood Tuesday Eve Women’s Institute
Telephone 01494 868058
Pauline Settle 2nd Tuesday in month; 7.45pm; Prestwood Village Hall
Name Ballinger Evening Women’s Institute
Telephone 01494 862693
President: Maggie Johnstone 2nd Tuesday in month; 8.00pm; Ballinger Memorial Hall
Name Little Kingshill Women’s Institute
website www.littlekingshillwi.org
2nd Thursday in month; 2.00pm; Little Kingshill Village Hall
The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills.
Website - www.thewi.org.uk www.bucksfwi.org.uk
Name Great Missenden Women’s Institute
Telephone 01494 868058
Chris Toms 3rd Thursday in month; 8.00pm; Great Missenden Memorial Centre
Name Prestwood Wednesday Women’s Institute
Telephone 01494 862780
Val Corteen 1st Wednesday in month; 2.00pm; Prestwood Village Hall
Name Great Hampden Women’s Institute
website www.littlekingshillwi.org
3rd Thursday in month; 7.45pm; Great Hampden Village Hall
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31. Churches
Name St Peter & St Paul Church Great Missenden
Telephone 01494 862352 : Vicar- Rev’d Canon Rosie Harper
Website www.missendenchurch.org.uk
Name Holy Trinity, Prestwood
Telephone 01494 863805 : Rector— Rev Deiniol Heywood
Website www.htprestwood.org.uk
Name St John the Baptist Church, The Lee
Telephone 01494 837315 : Vicar— Rev David Burgess
Website www.thelee.org.uk
Name Great Missenden Baptist Church
Telephone 01494 866587 : Pastor— Rev Helen Baker
Website www.greatmissendenbaptist.com
Name King’s Church Prestwood
Telephone 01494 862257 : Minister— Colin Veysey
Website www. Kingschurchprestwood.org
A new church for the community at Prestwood Village Hall:
Name Immaculate Heart of Mary, Great Missenden
Telephone 01494 862049 : Priest: Father Wayne Coughlin
Website www.ihmmissenden.org.uk
Name Little Kingshill Baptist Church
Telephone 01494 864734 : Minister— Rev Colin Pye
Website www.kingshillbaptist.org.uk
Name Prestwood Methodist Church
Website prestwoodmethodists.org.uk Rev David Jebb
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Name Abbeyfield, Great Missenden
Telephone 01494 865026
Website www.abbeygreatmissenden.co.uk
Name Giles Gate
Telephone 0845 6057042
Wycombe Road, Prestwood HP16 0PH
Name Paradigm Housing
Telephone 0300 303 1010
Website www.paradigmhousing.co.uk
Name Cherry Orchard
Telephone 01494 830911
Maybush Gardens, Prestwood HP16 9EH
Name Woodlands Park Care Centre (with Dementia),
Telephone 08444 725 138 (Centre Manager: Marie Shouler)
Website www.foresthc.com
Aylesbury Road, Great Missenden HP16 9LS Wonderful large Victorian home, set in extensive landscaped grounds, situated two miles from the beautiful village of Great Missenden. Providing 24-hour residential care, respite care and we are specialists in Dementia care.
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33. Councils
Name Great Missenden Parish Council
Telephone 01494 864792
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Representing the people of the parish
Name Chiltern District Council King George V House, King George V Road Amersham, Bucks HP6 5AW
Telephone 01494 729000
Website www.chiltern.gov.uk
Brief Description of Services
Waste & Recycling, Planning, Environmental Health, Parking, Council Tax and Benefits, Licensing, Environment and Housing. Building Control,
Name Buckinghamshire County Council Telephone 0845 370 8090
Website www.buckscc.gov.uk
Brief
Description
of Service
Information on: Council Services, Highways, Adult Social Care, Education & Training, and Leisure.
Name The Lee Parish Council
Telephone 01494 837400
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Representing the people of the parish
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Name Great Missenden Parish Revitalisation Group
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Forum for discussion between local organisations for the social, economic and environmental benefit of the community.
Name Great Missenden Community Group
Telephone 0789 503 6272
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Local charity working on behalf of Great Missenden residents
Name PVA (Prestwood Village Association)
Telephone 01494 864311
Website www.prestwoodva.org.uk/
Brief Description of Service
Comprehensive website about local issues and opportunities so that residents can have a say and be involved from their homes. Links to local groups, schools, societies and local government are provided. Email updates on matters that affect Prestwood are sent to those signed up.
Name GMVA (Great Missenden Village Association)
Website www.greatmissendenva.com
Brief Description of Service
To enhance amenities for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors. Presenting issues that affect local people. For those who live and work in the Great Missenden Council Ward.
34. Village and Community Groups
Name Prestwood Society
Telephone 01494 863883
Email [email protected]
Brief Description of Service
Helping to maintain and enhance amenities for the benefit of Prestwood residents.
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Alphabetical Index
Abbeyfield, Great Missenden 51
Action Against Medical Accidents 13
Action on Elder Abuse 33
Action on Hearing Loss 23
Active for Health Exercise Referral Scheme 27
Active Hearts 28
Adverse Weather 4x4 Scheme 17
Affordable Warmth Helpline 41
Age UK weekly programme 44
AGE UK, Buckinghamshire 7
Aid for the Aged in Distress (AFTAID) 39
Alzheimer Society 18
Amersham Hospital 12
Apetito Ltd 37
Arriva bus service 16
Ballinger Decorative and Fine Arts Society 47
Ballinger Womens Institute (WI) 49
Blue Door Cinema 46
BMI Chiltern Hospital 12
Breathe Easy 22
British Red Cross 20
Bucks 50+ Forum 9
Buckinghamshire County Council 52
Buckinghamshire Falls Prevention Service 26
Buckinghamshire Integrated Sensory Service 23
Buckinghamshire Mind 29
Bucks Adult Learning 42
Bucks Connect 8
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Bucks County Council Adult Social Care 9
Bucks Fire & Rescue (home safety checks) 38 Bucks Floating Support 36
Bucks Oil Buying Club (BOB) 41
Bucks Search and Rescue 34
Buy with Confidence Scheme 38 Carehome 36
Careline 33
Carers Bucks 32
Chequers Surgery 11 Cherry Orchard, Prestwood 51
Chiltern & South Bucks Safe Place Scheme 33
Chiltern Dial a Ride 17
Chiltern District Council 52 Chiltern District Council Community Safety 8
Chiltern Opticians 22
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) – Prestwood Outreach 14
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) – Trading Standards 14 Citizens Advice Bureau (Money and Tax) 35
Cleaning and Ironing (Age UK) 7
Community Counselling 30
Community Impact Bucks 9 Community Transport Hub 16
Computer Training (Age UK) 42
Contact the Elderly 45
Council Tax (Chiltern District Council) 35 Crime Stoppers 5
Crossroads Care 32
Cruse Bereavement 31
Diabetes Careline 19 Diagnostic Centre - Cressex 12
Disabled Grants BCC Central Access Team 20
Dolce Vita 48
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Driving Scheme -Transport for Bucks 15
Emergency Numbers 5
Energy saving tips 40
Energy Saving Trust 41
Epilepsy - National Society 19
Family First GP Practice (private) 11
Finity 31
Food Bank - Chiltern 37
Foot Care (Neat - Age UK) 7
Foot Care (Neat - Age UK) 24
Forget me not Club 45
Freedom of information request 10
Friendship Club - Prestwood 44
Gardening (Age UK) 7
Gathering Singers 48
Get Fit Avoid Falls 26
Giles Gate, Prestwood 51 GP Patient Advisory Liaison (PALS) 11
Great Hampden Womens Institute (WI) 49
Great Missenden Age Concern 6
Great Missenden Baptist Church 50 Great Missenden Bridge Club 45
Great Missenden Choral Society 48
Great Missenden Community Group 53
Great Missenden Orchestra 48 Great Missenden Parish Council 52
Great Missenden Parish Revitalisation Group (GMPRG) 53
Great Missenden Village Association 53
Great Missenden Womens Institute (WI) 49
Handyperson service (Age UK) 7 & 38
Hazelmere FuneralCare (Co-operative) 31
Healthwatch Bucks 13
Healthy Minds 29
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High Wycombe Hospital 12
Holy Trinity, Prestwood 50
Home Library Service 43
Hospital Patient Advisory Liaison Service (PALS) 12
House Repairs (Chiltern District Council) 39
Iain Rennie cancer and hospice 18
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church 50
In Touch 9
Jazzercize 28
Kaso Studios 28
Keeping in Touch (KIT) 30
King's Church, Prestwood 50
Kingshill Cars 16
Kinton Pharmacy 25
Library, Great Missenden 43
Little Kingshill Baptist Church 50
Little Missenden Womens Institute (WI) 49
M Money (Credit Union) 36
MacMillan Cancer Support 18
Meals on Wheels 37
Memory Advice 23
Men in Sheds 45
Missenden Abbey Adult Learning 43
Moving Home (Age UK) 7
MS - Multiple Sclerosis Society 19
NBFA Assisting the elderly 32
Neales Taxis 16
Neighbourhood Action Group 34
Neighbourhood Return 34
NHS 111 10
NHS Choices 10
NHS England 13
NRS Healthcare 21
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Opticall 22
Paradigm Housing 51
Parkinson's Disease Association 19
Patient Advocacy Services (SEAP) 13
Patient.co.uk Information Website 10
People's Voices 20
People's Voices 29
Pippin Club 29
POD (Prestwood Open Door) 44
Prestwood & Gt Kingshill Age Concern 6
Prestwood Area Community Transport (PACT) 17
Prestwood Book Group 46
Prestwood Bridge Club 45
Prestwood Card Making Group 47
Prestwood Community Knitting Group 47
Prestwood Community Walking Group 28
Prestwood Dental Health Centre 24
Prestwood Friendship Club 44
Prestwood Gardening Society 46
Prestwood Methodist Church 50
Prestwood Mobile Library 43
Prestwood Nature 47
Prestwood Pharmacy 25
Prestwood Physiotherapy 26
Prestwood Society 53
Prestwood Theatre Club 47
Prestwood Village Association (PVA) 53
Prestwood Womens Institute afternoon (WI) 49
Prestwood Womens Institute evening (WI) 49
Prevention Matters 8
Rainbow Silks 43
Really Terrible Choir 48
Red Cross Home from Hospital 13
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Remap 20
Roads - Transport for Bucks 15
Saga Care Funding Advice 36
Samaritans (Chilterns) 30
Silver Line Helpline 30
Simply Walk 28
St John Ambulance—Support services 17
St John the Baptist, The Lee 50
St John's Ambulance sitting Service 32
St John's Ambulance support Service 17 & 21
St John's Ambulance support Service 21
St Peter and St Paul Parish Church 50
State Pension Enquiries (CDC) 35
Stoke Mandeville Hospital 12
Stroke Association 19
Support with Confidence Scheme 38
Susan Collier Opticians 22
Tai Chi for Balance 26
Tax Help for Older People 35
Telecare 21
The Geans Dental Practice 24
The Home Heat Helpline 41
The John Hampden Surgery 11
The Lee Parish Council 52
The Practice, Prospect House 11
Transport for Bucks (Road Safety & Report Problems) 15
University of the third Age 42
Victim Support 33
Village Dental Practice 24
Welfare Advice (CDC) 35
Wiltshire Farm Foods 37
Woodlands Park Care Centre (with Dementia), 51
Wright’s Funeral Directors 31
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Feedback / Contact Us
Please let us know of any errors, omissions or inaccuracies or general feedback on how useful the guide is to you.
Alternatively, if you are an organisation that would like to be considered for inclusion next time, we would like to hear from you. Please write to:
Community Team, Chiltern District Council, King George V House, King George V Road, Amersham, Bucks, HP6 5AW
Email: [email protected] (Please reference your email: Neighbourhood Links Group)
Telephone: 01494 732103 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)
Or your local contact on : 01494 862257
Message in a Bottle
Do you know someone who is either vulnerable, lives alone or has an allergy?
If yes, then please consider getting them a ‘ M e s s a g e i n a B o t t l e ' .
Designed to be stored in the fridge, the pot contains: A form to complete with your personal & medical details; Two stickers, one for the fridge door and one for behind your
front door. When needed the emergency services will be alerted by the 'Emergency Cross' sticker on your door, retrieve your Message in a Bottle from the fridge and ensure your details stay with you.This can save them valuable time identifying you, your emergency contacts and information about special medication or allergies.
This scheme is for anyone, and to get one for you or a friend please email - [email protected] or phone 01494 732265 Bottles are available free of charge