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InsightSummer 2014

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to the Summer edition of the Insight magazine. We’ve had a very busy period during the last few months during our 150th celebratory year so I hope you enjoy reading this edition and finding out what we’ve been doing.

We’ve just started a process of redecoration throughout the HERIB building so please bear with us while things are a bit chaotic whilst we move furniture around etc but I’m sure it will all be worth it in the end.

I’m sure many of you will know Barrie Wheatley, our Training Officer, who has been with HERIB for approximately 10 years and has worked in various roles supporting blind and partially sighted people for many more years. Barrie has gradually reduced his hours over the years and has taken the decision to take the last step towards a well earned retirement at the end of August this year (although Barrie really isn’t keen on the word retirement and I feel sure (and hope) we’ll still be seeing him regularly as he supports various activities on a voluntary basis. May I take this opportunity to thank Barrie for his many years of dedicated support and hard work and wish him a long and happy retirement from all of us at HERIB. The training function will continue with Tracy Atkinson taking over the reigns from Barrie, providing a variety of training opportunities for a range of audiences; including developing training services for blind and partially sighted people.

Our celebratory plans for our 150th year continue and I would like to thank all business and individuals who are supporting us to help make this a very special year. There will be more information on the various events coming up as you read through this magazine.

Enjoy the sunshine during summer; wishing you all much happiness and good health until next time ………….

Sandra Ackroyd Chief Executive

Here for people with sight loss

News from our Board of Trustees

Hello everyone,

It is with great sadness that I pen my final letter as Chairman in thisissue of Insight.

As some of you may know , I wasrecently forced to resign theChairmanship of the Board of Trustees due to ill health, a decision I did not find easy or comfortable.

I have greatly enjoyed my three plus years in the Chair and the many friendships and contacts it has produced over this time. I hope to continue as a Trustee for a while longer as I am still devoted to the needs of the visually impaired.

Robin Russell, a long standing Trustee and friend of HERIB has agreed to be the Acting Chairman until a permanent replacement can be identified and I would ask you to give Robin your wholeheartedsupport.

I hope to see you again in the future.

Eric Harrod

New HERIB Vehicle

HERIB is delighted to have a new addition to its fleet of vehicles.

Our new Peugeot Teepee people carrier can transport up to five people plus one wheelchair passenger.

“Having a smaller more adaptable vehicle will enable us to be more flexible when transporting members to our Day Groups,” explained Services Manager Julie Woolley.

“It will also offer an additional resource for our Community Advice Officers plus it has a large storage space and so will be a welcome asset for transporting volunteers andequipment on our many fundraising events.”

The new vehicle will also be used by our SocialEyes Groups for outings.

As with all our vehicles, the Teepee has been branded with HERIB’s logo and contact details so is also a great way to promote the charity out and about in the community.

HERIB recently employed a new Driver/Activity Coordinator to work in the Day Groups on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Jackie Buckle has spent the last few weeks getting to know the members with a view to introducing activities to suit all tastes.

Jackie has a real passion for arts and crafts and is looking forward to working with the day group members on future projects. She is also interested in looking at ways to help members rediscover skills they can no longer manage due to their sight loss such as knitting, crocheting, sewing and gardening.

Jackie has already hosted some arts and crafts sessions in the day groups and is open to ideas from anyexisting or prospective groupmembers on activities they may like to try.

“We have a fully working kitchen here at HERIB; I’d love to do baking and cooking sessions with our members and I can’t wait to get started on a gardening project with them, anything

Introducing Jackie to help them retain their independence. I think it’s important for me to really get to know the members so I can tailor activities to suit them” said Jackie.

Day group member Kevin Northeyrecently took part in a craft session with Jackie, making papier mache money boxes to commemorate HERIB’s 150th Anniversary.

Kevin, who has been coming to a HERIB Day Group for many years said “It was good fun and I managed to not get covered in glue. I’m lookingforward to more activities like this in the future. I always enjoy my time at the HERIB day group and look forward to coming. The staff make you feel very welcome and are always there if you have any problems”.

Jackie joins the existing team ofDrivers/Activity Coordinators, Sue, Ray, Debbie and Dave who are all committed to ensuring our members make the most of the of their visits to our Day Groups. From quizzes and bingo, to outings to the park and indoor bowls, there is something for everyone at HERIB.

For further information about our Day Groups, please contact Julie Woolley or Alison Stannard on 01482 342297.

Beech Holme Court

Beech Holme Court is a sheltered housing complex of 22 flats which provides individual homes for visuallyimpaired people of all ages who are independent and care for themselves.

A Tenant Support Officer is on site from 10.30am—2.30pm Monday to Friday during office hours and a part time Activities Coordinator organises regular social activities including coffee afternoons, quiz nights and outings.

If you would like more information about Beech Holme Court’s facilities or to be considered foraddition to the tenancy waiting list, please contact HERIB on 01482 342297.

A new campaigning group has been formed to help people with visualimpairments in Hull and the East Riding increase their influence over both local and national issues thataffect their daily lives.

The group hopes to improve thesensitivity and responsiveness of the local institutions and companies responsible for the things that affect their quality of life and independence. We aim to do this by listening to the visually impaired community and developing good working relationships with key decision makers who can really influence changes for the better. In this way, the group aims not only to solve existing problems but also be a point of real consultation on future developments in this area.

Issues identified so far include:

Audio announcements on buses Quality of pavements and the rise of shared surfaces Street furniture and A boards Cars parking on pavements Electric vehicles

The group is being co-coordinated by Sarah Bassett, a guide dogscampaigner and Suzanne Allot, Engagement Officer for the local office of Guide Dogs. We would like anyone with a burning issue that affects the visually impaired to get in touch either by telephone on freephone0845 3727414 or by email onsuzanne.allott@guidedogs.org.uk.

New Campaigning Group

Want to find out more about living with Glaucoma?

The Glaucoma Group hosted by HERIB meets bi-monthly and aims to provide advice, information andsupport to local people withglaucoma.

Subscriptions are £1.50 per person.

Next Meeting: 20th August Wine tasting

Meetings take place between 2pm and 3pm.

For more information about theGlaucoma Group please call HERIB on 01482 342297.

Glaucoma Group

HERIB’s yoga club is looking for new members!

Meeting every Friday at HERIB on Beverley Road from 2.00pm to 3.00pm, the group, led by qualified yoga instructor Louise Hebblewhite,offers gentle exercise and relaxation for those who are less able. Louise also offers floor exercises, chair exercises and standing exercises and adaptations are made to suit all needs.

Louise, who has been practicing yoga for 14 years, said “New members are always welcome. It is a really friendly group and a very good way to keep fit and relax”.

Pat Chapman and Tina Couper have been attending the group for several years. Pat said “attending the yoga group every week keeps me very supple, even my GP has noticed the improvement it has made to my bad back”. Tina agrees “The yoga really helps my arthritis, plus I get to see friends every week so there is animportant social benefit to attending too“

Yoga Club Mary Rimmington, who is 85, has been attending the group for over 8 years also enjoys the weekly sessions. “Ialways feel better after the yoga session. I feel I can move about more easily and it is very relaxing”.

Sessions are held every Friday from 2.00pm – 3.00pm and cost £3.00.

If you like the sound of the yoga group but are not sure if it is suitable for you, why not try a free taster session!

Simply contact HERIB on 01482 342297 to let us know you would like to come along and your first session is free. You are sure of a very warm welcome.

Our SocialEYES group has a series of meetings and outings arranged over the forthcoming months. Anyone with a visual impairment is welcome to attend however you must be able to travel to the group independently. Sighted support is not usually available. August: 11th - Trip to Hornsea, Honeysuckle farm leaving HERIB at 10am. 29th Meeting at 11am. September: 1st - Trip to Burnby Hall leaving HERIB at 10am. 26th Meeting at 11am. October: Trip to be arranged. 31st Meeting at 11am. November: 7th - Ten Pin Bowling. 28th Meeting at 11am. December: Christmas Meal (Date & Venue to be arranged) January: 2015 Meetings to arrange our New Year Trips. A charge will be made for the use of HERIB Mini Bus. For more Information about any of the above events or our SocialEYES Group please contact Ann Massam on 01482 342297.

SocialEYES

Live Safely & Well Event

As part of this year’s Older People’s Celebrations in Hull, and with financial support from the Nationwide Building Society, the Goodwin Development Trust is organising a ‘Live Safely & Well at Home’ Event. The event takes place on the 3rd October 2014 at The Octagon, Hull from 10.30am -3.00pm and will be in the style of a market place and is open to all members of the public, but with a particular focus on people aged 50+ and those who may be vulnerable, have long term health conditions and may need support, information and advice to be able to live safe, independently and well in their own home. For more information about this event, please contact Cheryl Oakshott, at Goodwin Development Trust on 01482 597550.

Local & Family History

Are you interested in finding out more about local history or your family history? HERIB has been approached about providing a possible venue at its Beverley Road centre in Hull for local history classes. Anyone interested in attending such classes should contact our Services Manager Julie Woolley on 01482 342297 in order that we can assess whether there is sufficient demand to organise such history classes.

Enid’s Cookery Corner

Here is another recipe from Enid Thompson, HERIB trustee and volunteer. If you are interested in receiving audio or Braille copies of all of Enid’s recipes, please contact us here at HERIB.

Meat Loaf Serves 4 Cooking Time 15 minutes on medium power

Ingredients 450g or 1lb minced beef 75g or 3oz breadcrumbs 1 onion 50g or 2oz mushrooms finely chopped 5ml or 1 teaspoon dried parsley 15ml or 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup 1 beef stock cube 1 egg lightly beaten Dash of Worcestershire Sauce Salt and Pepper

MethodIn a large bowl mix together the meat, breadcrumbs, onion, mushroom,parsley, ketchup and crumbled beef stock cube. Mix thoroughly and bind together with the egg.

Add the Worcestershire sauce and season with the salt and pepper.

Turn the mixture into a glass or ceramic loaf tin and press down firmly.

Cook on MEDIUM power setting for 15 minutes.

Leave to stand for 5 minutes before turning out.

The meat loaf may be eaten hot or cold.

HERIB’s Resource Centre is based at Beverley Road, Hull and is open Monday to Friday from 10.00am until 4.00pm.

With a range of equipment from mobile telephones and watches to video magnifiers and assistedcomputer software, the Resource Centre is the ideal place to call if you need advice and information on equipment and services available for people who are visually impaired.

If you would like to visit the Resource Centre, please contact Alison on 01482 342297 to make anappointment.

Resource Centre

Our Mobile Resource Bus offers advice and information to helppeople to cope with the every daydifficulties of living with sight loss.

There is no need to book anappointment, simply pop along to any of the venues on the following dates:

Diary Dates

Bridlington Hospital (Thurs) 10.15am - 2.15pmJuly 3rd, August 7th, Sept 4th, October 2nd, November 6th, December 4th

Driffield (Tesco’s George St) 1pm - 3pm July 22nd, August 26th, Sept 23rd, October 28th, November 25th

Beverley (Morrisons Victoria Rd) 1.30pm - 3.30pm July 1st, August 5th, Sept 2nd, October 7th, November 4th, December 2nd

Withernsea (Shores Centre) 1.30pm - 3pmJuly 7th, Sept 1st, November 3rd

Hornsea (Methodist Church Newbegin)1pm - 3pm July 16th, Sept 17th, November 19th

Hedon (Holderness Grange)10.30am - 12.30pmAugust 12th, Oct 14th, December 9th

Willerby (Waitrose – shopping park)1pm - 3pmAugust 19th, October 21st,December 16th

Bridlington Housing 21 (Applegarth Court)10.30am - 12.30pmJuly 24th, Sept 25th, November 27th

Bransholme Health Centre (inside)9.30am - 11.30amJuly 2nd, August 6th, Sept 3rd, October 1st, Nov 5th, Dec 3rd

Marfleet Health Centre (inside)9.30am - 11.30amJuly 18th, August 15th, Sept 19th, October 17th, November 21st

Goole Ophthalmology Dept1pm - 3.30pmJuly 21st, August 18th, September 15th, October 20th, November 17th, December 15th

Goole Ophthalmology Dept (NEW)10.30am - 12.30pmJuly 10th, August 14th, Sept 11th, Oct 9th, Nov 13th, Dec 11th

Age UK Hull (Porter Street Inside)11am - 12.30pmJune 5th, July 3rd, August 7th, Sept 4th, Oct 2nd, Nov 6th, Dec 4th

Cottingham Library10.30am - 12.30pmAugust 21st, Sept 18th, Oct 16th, Nov 20th, Dec 19th

Mobile Resource Service

The Talking Magazine produces a weekly talking newspaper including news and feature articles taken mainly from the local papers in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. Anyone who is unable to read a newspaper due to sight problems or other disability can receive the Talking Magazine. For more information please contact: Hull & District: 01482 585822 Beverley & District: 01482 657073 Bridlington: 01262 677488 Goole & District: 01405 948831

Talking Newspapers

Want to find out more about Macular Degeneration? The Hull Support group offers fellowship, information, support, social events and guest speakers. The group meets at HERIB on the third Friday of every month between 10.30am and 12.15pm. Why not come along to the next meeting on Friday 15th August when local author Valerie Wood will be the guest speaker and where you will be assured of a warm welcome. For more information about the group and or membership, please call Clive Skinner on 01482 656714.

Macular Society (Hull)

HERIB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Tuesday 16th September 2014

Starts 2pm

at HERIB, Beverley Rd, Hull

Everyone welcome!

Why not visit our free exhibitions to find out more about equipment and services available locally to help people with sight loss. There will be a chance to meet a number of suppliers to ask them directly about their equipment plus find out what’s new on the market including some of the latest equipment such as video magnifiers, computer software and mobile phones as well as aides to assist with independent living. Low Vision Exhibition Dates: Friday 26th September 2014 10.30am – 3pm Venue: Bridlington Spa Friday 14th November 2014 10.30am – 3pm Venue: The Courtyard, Goole For more information, please contact our Services Manager Julie Woolley on 01482 342297.

Low Vision Exhibitions

Looking Ahead

Our Looking Ahead information sessions which are aimed at helping visually impaired people and their families are due to start again in October.

These informal and informativesessions cover topics and barriers that people with sight loss may face with input from guest speakers from other partner organisations.

The sessions are held from 1pm – 3pm at our centre on Beverley Road in Hull and run for four weeks.

Next dates:

Wednesday 22nd and 29th October and 5th and 12th November

An Introduction to Visual Impairment

This basic one day course is ideal for anyone working in a customer service or caring profession. It is aimed at widening knowledge of visualimpairment in order to be able to provide a higher quality of service to customers and clients.

Next course date: Wednesday 10th September

For more information about either of the above courses or to book a place please contact Tracy Atkinson on 01482 342297 or emailtracya@herib.co.uk

Training News

Three more learners successfully completed HERIB’s training course ‘Meeting the Needs of the Visually Impaired Service User’ in conjunction with CERTA formerly known as the Open College Network.

Two of the learners came from Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind and one from the York Blind and Partially Sighted Society.

This course is suitable for people who work with visually impaired people and who wish to further theirprofessional development.

Tracy Atkinson HERIB Training Officer

isolation. Robert and Vivienne have made many good friends over the years, including fellow group member Celia Eckley and her husband Brian.

Thank you Robert, you are a real HERIB Hero!

HERIB Heroes

As always, it never ceases to amaze us the lengths that our supporters will go to raise much needed funds for us.

Goole day group member, Robert Moore (pictured above left) recently raised a staggering £1023.34 by completing a sponsored walk from North Cave to Brough.

Robert, who was accompanied on the walk by his wife Vivienne, asked friends and family to sponsor him and even knocked on neighbours’ doors to raise sponsorship for the walk. He also managed to raise £64 whilst on the walk by chatting to people along the way, whilst proudly wearing a HERIB T-shirt.

Robert lost his sight in 1995 and has been attending the Goole Day Group for seven years. He wanted to give something back to HERIB inappreciation for all the help andsupport he has received.

Our day groups are an ideal opportunity to meet other people with visual impairment and play an important part in ensuring people with sight loss do not suffer from social

On a blazing hot Sunday morning when many people were probablyrelaxing in the sunshine, ElaineCornforth & John Taylor, work colleagues at Andrew Jackson Solicitors, braved the scorchingconditions to take part in this year’s Hull 10k race. Neither had entered the race before and both were beginner runners only a few months ago but they not only completed the race in one piece they also raised a fabulous £404.

Thank you Elaine & John, you are true HERIB Heroes!

88p from every donation wereceive is spent on providing our support services so you can be sure that whatever amount you raise or donate, large or small, it really does make a difference to a local person with sight loss.

Thank you to all our supporters!

Our Fundraising Pledge

We know that when you make a donation, whichever charity you support , you will want to know that the organisation is committed to best practice. That we are responsible in the way we fundraise, dedicated to honesty and accountability. That is why HERIB has signed up to fundraising regulation through the Fundraising Standards Board (FRSB). Membership is a commitment to the highest standards of fundraising. Should there be any concerns about the way we fundraise, we have a robust complaints process in place, notifying the FRSB of any issues raised. It is about being accountable for our actions and ensuring that we put you - our supporters – first. Our Fundraising Promise to You We are committed to high standards We are honest and open We are clear We are respectful We are fair and reasonable We are accountable Although we rely on donations to

carry out our life enhancing work supporting people with visual impairment, HERIB will not contact you by telephone to ask for money. We also do not contact you by telephone to ask you to buy products or raffle tickets, nor do we call at your house to ask for donations. If you receive a telephone call or someone comes to your door asking you to donate money to a charity, please think carefully before giving your bank details. To help stop unwanted telephone calls, you can register with the Telephone Preference Service by calling 0800 398 893 or if you have access to the internet, you can visit the web site at www.tpsonline.org.uk. You can also register with the Mailing Preference Service by calling 0845 703 4599 or by visiting the website at www.mpsonline.org.uk.

Regular Giving Donating monthly is very much appreciated as it means we can rely on receiving funds on a regular basis. To set up a monthly standing order simply call us and we’ll send you a mandate form to fill in and return to us at your convenience.

Donations Any amount that you can afford to give to HERIB would be greatly appreciated and really will make a difference to local people living with sight loss. Please make cheques payable to “HERIB” and do not send cash in the post.

Making a will is perhaps one of the most important things you will ever do. It is the only way to be sure that your family, friends, favourite charities and others are provided for as you wish after you are gone. By leaving a legacy to HERIB, you will help ensure our valuable work continues for many more years to come and your legacy will make a huge difference to someone in Hull or East Yorkshire who is struggling to cope with losing their sight. You don’t have to be wealthy to make a difference; even a relatively small legacy can play a valuable part in our work. Bob Owen (pictured above) was a well known and much loved HERIB member. He regularly attended yoga and cookery classes and had been a member of the Visually Impaired Theatre group at NAPA. Bob’s sparkling personality and sense of humour made him a favourite, particularly amongst the ladies! After a lengthy battle with Motor Neurone Disease Bob sadly passed

Legacies

The Late Bob Owen (pictured left)

away earlier this year. Shortly after his death the charity was contact by his son’s and informed that Bob had chosen to leave HERIB £500 in his will. The family also held a collection at Bob’s funeral which raised a further £340 and sent us this message: “Thanks again for all the support all of you at HERIB gave dad over the years. I know he greatly enjoyed visiting HERIB and I think having that support, from both staff and other people with impaired vision, really helped rebuild his sense of independence and also self confidence in terms of things like travelling about town on his own.” Marcus and Jeremy Owen (Bob’s sons) We feel privileged that we were able to make a difference in Bob’s life and very honoured that he chose to recognise our support in this most special way. Legacy gifts can help us to change lives so be like Bob and do something amazing by remembering HERIB in your Will. For more information about leaving a gift in your will, please call our Legacy Officer, Angela Gregory on 01482 342297.

With grateful thanks to the family and friends of Bob Owen.

HERIB holds a number of flag days and store collections throughout the year which raise vital funds for the charity. We could not put on these events without the help of our volunteers.

Forthcoming dates include:

Bridlington Flag Day Saturday 30th August

Morrisons Anlaby Store Collection Saturday 13th September

St Stephens Shopping Centre Thursday 9th October

Cottingham Flag DaySaturday 29th November

Beverley Flag Day Saturday 6th December

If you can spare even an hour or two to help at any of the dates below please contact our Fundraising Apprentice Lauren on 01482 342297.

Your support would be very much appreciated.

Fundraising Diary

HERIB invites you, your family and your dog to join us in a fun sponsored walk across the Humber Bridge on Sunday 7th September starting from the Humber Bridge Farmers Market.

If you don't have a real dog, why not take your favourite toy dog or wear fancy dress?!

Entry is free with a suggestedminimum sponsorship of £10 per dog.

For further details and/or to register for the walk, please call HERIB on 01482 342297 or email us at mail@herib.co.uk.

Dogs must be walked on the lead and entrants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Dog Walk

Turn Back time Party

Volunteer fundraiser and HERIB Hero Elaine Cornforth is organising a special party to celebrate HERIB’s 150th Anniversary.

The Turn Back Time party takes place on Saturday 25th October 2014 at the Tiger's Lair on Anlaby Road, Hull from7.00 pm onwards. The evening includes a buffet, disco, live musical entertainment, plus a raffle and auction all for just £5.00 per ticket.

Tickets are available now from HERIB but are sure to sell out fast so book your place early to avoiddisappointment.

150th Anniversary Appeal

HERIB is very proud to be celebrating 150 years of supporting local people living with sight loss this year and as part of our celebrations we are launching a special 150th Anniversary Appeal.

We are looking for 150 individuals, organisations and businesses todonate or raise a minimum of £150 as part of this special appeal.

If you are able to help, please let us know what you are doing. You can call our Fundraising Manager Angela Gregory on 01482 342297 or contact her by email at angelag@herib.co.uk. Cheques should be made payable to HERIB.

Pictured right are just a few of the companies who have already joined our special “1864 Club”.

Rotary Club of Hull & Humberside

1864 Club Gallery

Joan Dempsey Hair & Beauty

Hull Wyke Round Table

Charity Ball at Tickton Grange

Volunteer fundraiser and HERIB Trustee Carol Winter is organising a Charity Ball to help HERIB celebrate it’s 150th anniversary. The event takes place from 7pm onwards on Friday 31st October 2014 at Tickton Grange The evening includes three course meal, Guest Speaker Dr Paul Sewell OBE and a disco.

Tickets are £30 per person (Tables of 10 also available.)Dress code: Black tie.

Please call Carol Winter on01482 841241 for tickets.

www.herib.co.ukHERIB, Beech Holme, Beverley Road, Hull HU5 1NF Telephone: 01482 342297 Email: mail@herib.co.uk

Registered Charity No. 223668

National Volunteers Week takes place every June and charities like HERIB not only use the week to help recruit new volunteers but also as an opportunity to thank their existing volunteers.

This year HERIB invited all it’s volunteers to a special party including buffet and musical entertainment from HERIB’s very own, very talented apprentice Lily Savage.

We simply could not support thousands of local people living with sight loss without the help of ourwonderful volunteers so thank you again to each and every one of you.

HERIB Heroes Party

Whether you simply have some free time and want to “give something back” or you are looking for a change of direction or seeking workexperience, or simply want to have fun, we can offer you a volunteering opportunity.

In return we can offer you experience and the opportunity to develop your skills in a friendly supportiveenvironment.

You will also have fun and meet new people whilst gaining satisfaction that you have made a real difference to the lives of local people with sight loss.

To find out more about volunteering opportunities with HERIB pleasecontact us today on 01482 342297.

Come and join our team ofHERIB Heroes!

This edition of Insight magazine has been kindly sponsored by Rockliffe Court Care Home

331/337 Anlaby Road Hull

HU3 2SA Tel: 01482 328227

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