WHAT’S ON 

Partington Library and Wellbeing Centre

Central Road M31 4FY

 Tel: Reception 0161 912 3192

 MONDAY

One to One Computer Sessions Support for anyone who would like to learn basic computer skills, setting up email accounts, writing CV’s, surfing the net and anything else you might be interested in. Please contact reception to book a session.

Readers Group starting 26th March 4.00pm First meeting to have an informal chat and give out the book ‘The Help’ by Kathryn Stockett.

Write Your Own Play Course starting 16th April 5.30pm-7.30pm for 8 weeks. Have a story to tell and want to get your message out? The play will be performed by a cast of actors, and if you fancy acting yourself, get involved! Alternatively, write a 2 minute film for YouTube.

Community Allotment, St Mary’s Church, Partington 1pm-5pm Come and join in and learn how to grow fruit and vegetables. All welcome

For more information please contact Sam Hammond on 07899067761 or reception on 0161 912 3192        

Free English course 1.15pm-3.15pm

This course will help you brush up on your English skills and work towards a qualification.  You will cover reading and writing techniques, spelling and grammar. It is the ideal course for moving onto higher level courses or improving your career. If you are interested in enrolling please enquire at reception, or contactTraffordCollegeon 0161 886 7443. 

An initial assessment will be required    

Trafford Welfare Rights and Debt Advice 1.30pm-4.30pm

To book an appointment please contact the Advice line on 0161 912-2735.

Please contact reception if you would like to book an appointment.

 Parish Councilor drop-in surgery, in the Ear 4 U Café 2pm-4pm

 MP Advice Surgeries

Kate holds regular advice surgeries across the constituency, including Partington Library and Wellbeing Centre. If you’re experiencing any problems, no matter how big or small, and would like to talk to Kate please get in touch to arrange an appointment. The telephone number is 0161 749 9120. You can also email or write to Kate:kate.green.mp@parliament.uk or House of Commons,London,SW1A 0AA. www.kategreen.org

 

TUESDAY

 

One to One Computer Sessions- Support for anyone who would like to learn basic computer skills, setting up email accounts, writing CV’s, surfing the net and anything else you might be interested in. Please contact reception to book a session.

Guided Self Help

BlueSCI offer Guided Self Help for people who may be experiencing emotional or psychological distress in their lives. We offer a simple stepping stone approach to help people to improve and maintain their wellbeing. If you are over 16, a Trafford resident and want to use the service then you can by contacting us on: email appointments@bluesci.org.uk and leave your contact details. Or contact reception and we will contact you within 7 working days.

Free Math’s course 1.15pm-3.15pm

This course will help you brush up on your math’s skills and work towards a qualification. You will focus on everyday math’s and budgeting to boost your confidence and give you the skills to move onto higher level courses or help improve your career at work. If you are interested in enrolling please enquire at reception, or contactTraffordCollegeon 0161 886 7443. 

An initial assessment will be required. 

Free Parent and Child craft activity in the café 3.45pm-5.15pm

Come and share craft ideas and make new friends with other families. Food and beverages will be available. All welcome.

 Voice training workshops 5.30pm-6.30pm

For people wanting to improve their singing or spoken voice.

 

WEDNESDAY

Music night in the caféWednesday 18th April 5.30pm-7.30pm  Come and listen to local musicians play, if you are interested in performing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere please just come along on the night or for more information please contact : Sue Frost Wellbeing Development Manager or email sue@bluesci.org.uk  or mob 07884303993

Food and refreshments will be available in the café. All welcome

Our Weigh 10am-12pm

Tips on losing weight, weekly weigh-ins, tasting and cooking sessions, as well as support. £1 per session, including tea and coffee.

Women only swimming sessions 10.30am-11.30am. £2 admission

Come and join in the women only activities in the pool atPartingtonSportsVillagewith Sherry. Whether you are interested in getting back into swimming or to learn some swimming basics, Sherry can support you to do this.

 Luncheon Club 12pm-1.30pm

Over 50s luncheon club £3.75 for 2 courses, no need to book.

 Disability Advisor Sarah Bennett will be offering Work and Benefits Advice & Guidance 12pm-4.30pm

Sarah can help:

• If you      currently work, but struggle because of your health
• If you      are thinking of going back to work
• If you are      struggling on health related benefits and want other options
• If you are      off work due to your health condition and are worried about having time      off, Sarah can help

To book an appointment please contact reception on 0161 912 3192 or call Sarah directly on 0161 912 8443

 Trafford Macmillan Information and Support Service Drop-in 10.30am-12.30pm

For more info contact Judy Thompson Macmillan centre atTrafford GeneralHospital. Tel 0161 746 2081.

 Trafford Stop Smoking Service 1pm-4pm

Stop Smoking Service  offers 1-1 appointments. To book an appointment please ring free phone 0300 456 2400.

 Turning Point (Alcohol Detox Service) 1pm-5pm

Drop in session for those who have problems with alcohol, Registered nurses can assess your needs and refer you to other agencies.

 Out of work? Looking for support? 2pm-4pm      

Come along to Partington’s Work Club in the community Café,

You will be offered support with filling in application forms, creating CV’s, interview techniques, job searches, training, and computer skills.

For further information contact sue Frost Wellbeing Development Manager on 07884303933 or email sue@bluesci.org.uk

 

 THURSDAY

Confidence Building Course starts 26^th April 1-3pm (6 weeks). Learn what triggers your emotions, look at positive thinking styles, know how to overcome fear and deal with stressful situations.. This course will be run on a regular basis. Please contact reception to find out more about the course and to book a place.

 cCBT– Computerised course 10am-1pm

Aimed at helping individuals experiencing depression/anxiety and other mental health issues. To refer yourself please contact Romanah on 0750841772.

 Story Time in the Library 10.30am-11am.

 Music inductions at Boom box studios with Roman 1pm-4pm

The studio can offer the use of multi track music recording, guitar, drum  and vocal coaching. To book a induction  please contact reception 0161 912 3192.  

 Jewellery making with Lynn in the café 2pm-4pm

No need to book.

FRIDAY

Family Gardening Course Enrolment Friday 20 April, 9.30-10.30am, starts Friday 27 April, 9.30-11.30am (6 weeks). The course will introduce families in Partington to growing food using wildlife friendly and organic gardening techniques, will be run at the community allotment.      

Complimentary Therapy with Karey 10am-3pm

Reiki, reflexology, Indian head massage, remedial massage and Aromatherapy.

£5 (benefits) £7.50 (waged) for 30 minutes or £10.00 (benefits) £15.00 (waged ) for 1 hour – Please book appointments with Reception.

 Tony’s Painting group 10am-12pm

No experience necessary and materials provided.

For more information please contact reception.

Rhyme time in the Library 10.30am-11am

 Knitting group in the Ear 4 U Cafe 1.30pm-3pm

Learn and share knitting skills, meet new friends and have fun

Community Allotment St Mary’s Church Partington 9.30am-1pm

Come and join in and learn how to grow fruit and vegetables. All welcome.

For more information please contact Sam Hammond on 07899067761

or reception on 0161 912 3192

 

Other Support Services available               

Trafford Mental Health Advocacy Service

Independent free and confidential service for people inTrafford who experience mental health difficulties. The service can offer help with expressing your opinions or asking questions about the things that matter to you. Please contact reception to book an appointment or contact Trafford Mental Health Advocacy Service 0n 0161 969 8686.

Christians Against Poverty

Are you Struggling with Debt? Christians Against Poverty is a free debt counselling service for anyone. Call free on 0800 328 0006 or visit website: www.capuk.org email: info@capuk.org

Path Counselling

Offers the following services; Counselling, Sports and Remedial Therapy, Therapeutic massage, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Hypnotherapy.

Please contact 0161 775 0972. email pathcomp@talktalk.com website www.paththerapy.com.

Dobson’s Solicitors

Dobsons is a law firm specialising in litigation and dispute resolution. Help is available with:

• Personal Injury
• Matrimonial and Family      Law
• Landlord and      tenant/housing law
• Professional and      Consumer Negligence
• Employment

Contact 0161 941 7775 or email enquiries@dobsonssolicitors.co.uk

Library Services

• Library books
• Public computers
• Talking books
• Children’s DVDs

Computers and internet are available in reception. First 30 minutes are free, then 50p for every 30 minutes. You must be a Trafford Library member to access this facility.

Printing available, please see reception for prices.

Advice and help with Council enquiries:

• Council Tax
• Housing Benefit
• Planning Consent
• Blue badges
• Refuse/recycling

If you are interested in volunteering or would like to know more about what activities are available at the Partington Library and Wellbeing centre please contact reception or contact Sue Frost Wellbeing Development Manager 0161 912 3192 or find out more on blueSCI facebook. or www.bluesci.org.uk