BEAT Huge congratulations to TEAM DRUM who were finalists in the Watford Audentior Awards, Carers Category.

This award recognises carers who have gone above and

beyond to help others - whether as part of their job, as a volunteer or as a family member looking after a loved one. Congratulations to our amazing team!

February 2020

Disability Recreation Unity Movement Registered Charity 1044836

Parkgate Community Centre, Southwold Road, Watford WD24 7DN Tel: 01923 442114 drumwatford@btinternet.com

www.drum.btck.co.uk @DRUM_Watford

Members and guests, including Mayor Peter Taylor, Councillor Rabi Martins and Sarah Priestley (Watford Museum) enjoyed a wonderful three course meal to celebrate DRUM’s 25th Anniversary on 15th October. Huge thanks to Team DRUM who, once again, prepared and cooked a wonderful lunch for all our guests.

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Our 25th Anniversary tea party, on 12th October, raised £350 for DRUM. Huge thanks to Team DRUM for all their hard work. Despite a late evening at the Audentior Awards…..and a few sore heads, the team were in bright and early setting up and preparing the food for the afternoon event.

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After a morning of face painting and pumpkin carving, our members then enjoyed a lovely lunch of ‘eyeballs’ and spaghetti on Halloween! Who said that Halloween was just for kids!

Since September 2019, DRUM has been open on a Wednesday morning from 9am-12.30pm. In addition to the morning art and craft session, there is a Tai Chi class with Francis at 10.30am.

New for Wednesdays On the last Wednesday of each month we are now offering complimentary therapy with Androulla (for a donation to DRUM).

On Wednesday 29th April, 26th August and 25th November we have a flower arranging class in the morning. You can book the flower arranging sessions on page 22.

Our Stroke Support and Yoga Group is on a Wednesday afternoon from 12.30pm-3pm.

It’s not every day that you get to fly through the air like a super hero, especially with disabilities and especially if you are in a wheelchair….. we did!

It’s not every day that you casually bump in to actors Tom Hardy and Andy Serkis, or Batman either…...we did!

Huge thanks to the Flying Hero Club, the Watford Chamber of Commerce, Warner Bros Studios and Mealing Taxis for making this happen.

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Huge thanks to everyone that supported our Christmas Fair at the end of November. The hand made Christmas crafts were absolutely fantastic this year, so well done to everyone for their hard work. We raised just over £3,000 from the fair and through the sale of our Christmas cards and calendars. Huge thanks to Metro Print for their support with our calendars again this year.

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DRUMBEAT is sponsored by Metro Print, Watford. Huge thanks to Andy and his team for their continued support.

Huge thanks to our DRUM volunteers who raised £397 at the Intu Christmas Wrapping Stall in December.

Huge thanks to our DRUM volunteers who raised £650 at Asda on 5th December and £488 on 23rd December.

Congratulations to Angela Harris whose

artwork was chosen by Peter Taylor, Mayor

of Watford, as his official Christmas card.

The Mayor’s card was sponsored by many

local businesses and raised over £7,000 for

local charities, split between DRUM and the

Watford Women’s Centre.

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The DRUM Elves pulled out all the stops for our Christmas party on 20th December, providing a wonderful three course meal for nearly 100 DRUM members, carers and guests.

The event, held at DRUM, was made even more magical this year with a surprise from Bev, our Asda Community Champion and the Asda Foundation. Bev helped us apply for a donation from the Asda Foundation to help pay towards some of the costs but then secured extra funding to add a little extra Christmas sparkle by organising a surprise magician and singer to entertain everyone.

Huge thanks to TEAM DRUM and to everyone for their support. We raised just over £1,000 for DRUM.

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NEWS

Reflexology Day at DRUM, with Jo Vincent Reflexology is a type of massage that involves applying different amounts of pressure to the feet, hands and ears. It’s based on a theory that these body parts are connected to certain organs and body systems.

Jo will be in DRUM on Tuesday 18th February offering free sessions to all members and carers.

Our love and deepest sympathy goes out to DRUM member John Castle and his family, who’s beloved wife Anne passed away on 18th January following a short illness over Christmas. Anne’s funeral will be at West Herts Crematorium on Monday 10th February at 12pm. John has requested family flowers only and donations to DRUM.

DRUM will be CLOSED on Monday 10th February, as some staff have training and others will be attending Anne’s funeral.

On Sunday 26th April, Dominic Chester is running the LONDON MARATHON to raise money for DRUM! Sponsorship forms are available from DRUM. Please help Dom raise as much money as possible for DRUM! Thank you for your support.

TEAM DRUM Sarah Sullivan - Service Manager

Gail Greenhalgh - Office Administrator Connie Sullivan - Health Care & Support Co-ordinator

Kirsty Meager & Emma Port - Health Care Support Workers Kate Hopker - Activities & Support Volunteer

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Art Tutors - Emma Shaw & Kathy Foster Art Volunteers - Sue, Joyce & Sue

Yoga Tutors - Sharon Dodd & Jane Young-Scoffham Yoga Volunteers - Anne & Sarah Tai Chi Master - Francis Nwofor

Dance Tutor - Michael Joseph (MJ) Masseuse - Joanne Vincent

Foot Care Specialist - Anita Wicks Hair Stylist - Hollie Guest

Woodwork Volunteers - Alan & Mick Volunteers Lilian, Keith, Jean, Lin, Sam, Wai, Sam & Beverley

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The DRUM AGM was held on 28th January 2020 and our Management

Committee was elected, with a new Chair. Thank you our past Chair, Melody Mallet, for her help and support.

DRUM Management Committee 2019/20 Chair - Mel Goman

Vice Chair - Anne McNamara Treasurer - Lilian Newman

Melody Mallet, Gary Armstrong, Roger Holland, Peter Wilkin Martina Selby-Weatherley, Keith Lovelock, Jean Smith

Yvette Denham ***

Accountant - Tony Dodd Auditor - Gary Howard

DRUM T-Shirts & Sweatshirts are now available to order on page 24

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

Watford Palace Theatre Community Choir

Spring Fundraising Concert Saturday 4th April, 5-8pm

Tickets are £5 or £8 with food All proceeds to DRUM

Refreshments will be on sale from 5pm and after the concert.

Book your tickets on page 21, where you can also pre-order cheese & biscuits or a sausage bap for after the concert.

Christmas Panto…..Oh yes it is!

The Christmas panto this year is Mother Goose, at Albans Arena, starring the brilliant Bob Golding. We have tickets for the 2pm performance on Saturday 12th December. Tickets are £30 each and your carer goes free. Reserve your seats on page 24.

When VE Day dawns on 8th May 2020 it will be 75 years since the guns fell silent at the end of the war in Europe.

Years of carnage and destruction had come to an end and millions of people took to the streets and pubs to celebrate peace, mourn their loved ones and to hope for the future. The 75th anniversary will provide our nation and our friends around the world, with an opportunity to reflect on the enormous sacrifice, courage and determination of those who saw us through this dark and terrifying period.

To commemorate this important time we are having a VE Day 75th Anniversary Celebration Party at DRUM, on Thursday 7th May, 11.30am - 3.30pm. Please join us for an afternoon of food and dance.

Tell all your friends & family! £10 per person, book on page 21.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

Easter Feaster Fundraising Meal

Join us on Tuesday 7th April, 12.30-3pm, for a three course lunch (and entertainment) at DRUM. It’s £15 per person, all proceeds to DRUM. Book on Page 21.

Easter Feaster Menu

Pate or Bruschetta

Roast Lamb or Veggie Roast (served with roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese and vegetables)

Cherry Crumble and Custard

or Ice Cream Oreo Sundae

Southend-On-Sea Tuesday 12th May

Join us for our annual outing to Southend on 12th May. The coach will leave DRUM at 9.30am, returning around 7pm. The costs of the trip, including lunch at the Sands by the Seas Restaurant, is £35 per person. Book on page 22.

Hendon RAF Museum Tuesday 16th June

The Royal Air Force Museum is located on the former Hendon Aerodrome. It includes five buildings and hangars showing the history of aviation and the Royal Air Force. The cost of the day is £25 per person, including tea or coffee and two mini breakfast rolls and a hot lunch with dessert. Transport may be available from Dial-a-Ride (additional costs) or you can meet us there at 10am. Book on Page 23.

Canal Boat Trip Tuesday 28th July

Join us for a relaxing (and fun) day on the Grand Union Canal. The cost of the trip is £25 per person, which includes all your refreshments and lunch on the boat. The boat, which departs from Apsley, has a wheelchair lift and disabled toilet onboard. Book on Page 24.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

GET ACTIVE AT DRUM

Inclusive Dance Dance releases stress, increases physical fitness, strengthens muscles, improves confidence and self esteem and encourages creativity and imagination…..it’s also great fun dancing with your friends! Sessions are held on a Friday morning at 10.30am.

April 17th, 24th, May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd September 25th, October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th November 13th, 20th, 27th, December 4th, 11th, 18th

Tai Chi Wednesday’s at 10.30am

Tai Chi is a great activity for everyone. It is ideal for anyone wanting to raise their activity levels gently and gradually. Also, many of the Tai Chi movements can be easily adapted to people with restricted mobility, a disability, including wheelchair users. Tai Chi improves core strength, balance (helping to reduce falls) strengthens muscles and increases flexibility and stability.

can be so beneficial for everyone, especially if you have a disability or chronic health condition,

through both the physical postures and breathing work. Each pose can be modified or adapted to meet the needs of our members and can be performed whilst seated in a chair or in a wheelchair. Our yoga classes are led by experienced tutors, Jane and Sharon and are held on a Monday, Tuesday and Friday afternoon.

YOGA

STROKE SUPPORT & YOGA

Our friendly and caring support group provides an opportunity for stroke survivors and their carers to meet others in a similar situation. Our afternoon yoga session, with Sharon, is specifically aimed at improving cognitive skills and functioning, mobility and co-ordination following a stroke.

On the last Wednesday of each month Androulla offers Complementary Therapy for members and their carers, for a donation to DRUM. Our Stroke Support and Yoga Group meet on a Wednesday afternoon at DRUM, from 12.30-3pm.

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ART & CRAFTS

Our art sessions are held every morning at DRUM, between 10am-12pm, Monday to Friday. Activities include drawing, painting, crafts, papier-mâché, textiles and ceramics. No experience is necessary and all the art materials are provided. Our current project is inspired by Harry Potter and all things magical and mystical.

Table Tennis & Carpet Bowls Available daily, please just a ask a member of the team to get the equipment out! We also have a TV and games console for your enjoyment.

Our next public art exhibition will be held on Saturday 12th September, so put the date in your diary!

GET CREATIVE AT DRUM

Ceramics Thursday afternoons, 1.15pm

Wood Crafts Monday’s at DRUM, with Alan (in the woodwork room)

NEW

NEW

Flower Arranging Wednesday 29th April, 26th August, 25th November

There are additional costs for materials @£3 per session.

Please book your sessions on page 22.

NEW

We need wooden pallets, wood and

bamboo sticks for projects such as

bird boxes, bug and bee hotels,

planters and wooden garden signs.

OTHER SERVICES

HAIR DRESSER Hollie’s Hair Styling and Beauty Hub is open on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Appointments must be booked in advance with Hollie.

MASSAUSSE Massage and Reflexology with Joanne Vincent, every Friday at DRUM. £12 for 20 minutes and £18 for 30 minutes.

CHIROPODIST Anita, our foot care specialist, is at DRUM on the first and last Tuesday of every month.

Lunch A hot lunch is available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for £3.50, or member’s can bring in their own lunch. On a Wednesday lunchtime we offer a light lunch, usually rolls and often a bacon, sausage and egg sandwich!

Breakfast Toast and Jam is available any morning at DRUM £1.50

Roast Dinner A home cooked roast dinner and pudding, available on the last Friday of every month, just £5.

Gardening at DRUM Get out on our patio area! We have raised flower and vegetable beds, baskets and planters for you to enjoy.

Huge thanks to Watford Rotary for their continued support. Watford Rotary have funded our electric massage table and patio pergola.

On 16th February 2020, Lydia Moss is trekking 100km across the Sahara Desert in just five days to raise money and awareness for DRUM. Sponsorship forms are available from the DRUM office and also pinned to the DRUM notice boards.

Please take a sponsorship form home and ask your friends and family to sponsor Lydia and raise money for DRUM.

You can also donate online.

https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/LydiaMoss

Catch up on all our latest news www.drum.btck.co.uk

www.facebook.com/drum.watford Twitter: @DRUM_Watford

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Monday 10th February DRUM CLOSED Tuesday 18th February Reflexology Day, with Jo Vincent Saturday 4th April Fundraising Choir Concert, 5-8pm BOOK NOW! Tuesday 7th April Easter Feaster Meal, 12.30-3pm BOOK NOW! Friday 10th April Closed (Good Friday) Monday 13th April Closed (Easter Monday) Friday 17th April 6 Week Dance Workshop Starting Wednesday 29th April Flower Arranging 10.30am BOOK NOW! Thursday 7th May VE Day Celebration BOOK NOW! Friday 8th May Closed (Bank Holiday) Tuesday 12th May Day Trip to Southend BOOK NOW! Monday 25th May Closed (Bank Holiday) Tuesday 16th June Day Trip to RAF Museum BOOK NOW! Tuesday 28th July Canal Boat Day Trip BOOK NOW! Wednesday 26th August Flower Arranging 10.30am BOOK NOW! Monday 31st August Closed (Bank Holiday) Saturday 12th September DRUM Open Day & Exhibition Friday 25th September 6 Week Dance Workshop Starting Friday 13th November 6 Week Dance Workshop Starting Wednesday 25th November Flower Arranging 10.30am BOOK NOW! Saturday 12th December Mother Goose Panto, 2pm BOOK NOW! Tuesday 22nd December Christmas Lunch at DRUM

DRUM will be closed on 23rd December 2020 until 4th January 2021.

Membership Charges, from 1st April

There will be a slight increase in our daily attendance rates from 1st April 2020, of 50p per session. This is our first increase in over 3 years. Annual Membership £10.00 Morning Session £5.00 Afternoon Session £4.50 Stroke Support Group £5.00 Lunch £3.50

There may be additional charges for trips, events & activities but these are always highlighted when advertised. If you pay by direct debit please ask the DRUM office for your new monthly payment.

Booking Slips

Fundraising Choir Concert, 4th April 5-8pm

Name (s)_______________________________________

Number of tickets @£5 per person ______________

Do you wish to order food @£3 per person? (pre-order below)

Pre-order Cheese & Biscuits _______Sausage/Veggie Bap ______

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

Easter Feaster Fundraising Meal, 7th April 12-3pm

Name(s):_______________________________________________

Bruschetta or Pate

Roast Lamb or Vegetarian Roast

Cherry Crumble & Custard or Ice Cream Oreo Sundae

Deposit £5, Full Payment £15 per person

Total enclosed £_____________ Cash Cash

If you do not usually attend DRUM on a Tuesday and would like us to request Dial-a-Ride transport then please tick the box

VE Day 75th Anniversary Party, 8th May

Name (s)_______________________________________

Number of tickets @£10 per person ______________

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

If you do not usually attend DRUM on a Thursday and would like us to request Dial-a-Ride transport then please tick the box

Booking Slips

Southend, Tuesday 12th May

Name(s):__________________________________________

Menu - please chose your lunch from below

Battered Cod & Chips

Battered Haddock & Chips

Battered Plaice & Chips Sausage & Chips

All served with either Mushy Peas or Garden Peas or Beans

Poached Salmon Fillet & Jacket Potato

Quarter Pounder with Chips & Salad

Spicy Bean Burger (V)

Deposit enclosed @ £10 per person Full payment enclosed @£35 per person

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

Do you require DAR transport in the morning? Yes No

Flower Arranging

Name:_____________________________________________ I will be attending the flower arranging session(s) on Wednesday 29th April Wednesday 26th August Wednesday 25th November I enclose the additional costs for materials @£3 per session

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

Booking Slips

Hendon RAF Museum, Tuesday 16th June

Name(s):___________________________________________

Deposit enclosed @£10 per person Full payment enclosed @£25 per person

Total Enclosed £____________ Cash Cash

Includes tea or coffee and TWO mini breakfast rolls on arrival please chose two fillings from below: Breakfast BACON SAUSAGE CHEESE & HAM EGG & TOMATO RELISH

Lunch, please chose your main and dessert from below: Main CUMBERLAND SAUSAGE & COLCANON MASH WITH ONION GRAVY BEEF STROGONOFF WITH STEAMED RICE AND CHANTENAY CARROT ROASTED CHICKEN SUPREME, HERBED MASH POTATO, BROCCOLI WITH WILD MUSHROOM CACCIATORE SAUCE SPINACH AND RICCOTA TORTELLINI WITH SWEET POTATO CREAM AND CHESTNUT CRUMB (V) ROASTED SALMON ON CRUSHED NEW POTATO AND STEAMED BROCCOLI WITH LEMON-BEURRE BLANC PENNE ARABIATA WITH ITALIAN SALAD (V)

Dessert BYRNE BAKEWELL TART WITH CUSTARD CARROT CAKE WITH BERRY COMPOTE RASPBERRY, APPLE & ALMOND CAKE WITH CHANTILLY CREAM ORANGE AND PLUM CAKE WITH CHANTILLY CREAM FRESH FRUIT SALAD

Do you require Dial-a-Ride transport? Yes No

I have my own transport Yes

Booking Slips

Mother Goose Panto, Saturday 12th December

Name(s):______________________________________________

Deposit @£5 or Full Payment @£30 per person

Do you require a FREE Carer Ticket? Yes

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

Canal Boat Trip, Tuesday 28th July

Name(s):______________________________________________

Deposit @ £10 per person Full Payment @£25 per person

Total enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash

Do you require DAR transport ? Yes No

DRUM T-Shirts and Sweatshirt Order Form DRUM logo t-shirts and round neck sweatshirts are now available to order.

T-Shirts £13 are available in Black, Navy, Sky Blue, Olive Green, White,

Red, Heather Grey, Yellow, Fuchsia Pink and Burgundy. Sizes (chest sizes in inches) S 35-37 M 38-40 L 41-43 XL 44-46 2XL 47-49 2XL 50-52 4XL 53-55 5XL 56-58 (4XL & 5XL are available in White, Black, Navy and Heather Grey only)

Round Neck Sweatshirt £22 are available in Navy, Black, Charcoal,

Heather Grey, Sky Blue, Bottle Green, Red and Pink. S38-40 M40-42 L42-44 XL44-46 3XL 46-48 3XL 50-52 4XL 52-54

Name:________________________________________________

Round Neck T-Shirt Colour ______________________________ Size ______ V Neck T-Shirt Colour ______________________________ Size ______ Sweatshirt Colour ______________________________ Size ______

Total Enclosed £_________________ Cash Cash