For up to the minute local A49 information, why not join A49 chat and community page and/or A49 local traffic news between Shrewsbury and Leominster on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/] Clun Road, Craven Arms 3-5 May Delays likely [multiway signals] Corvedale Road 28 April Delays likely [2 way signals] Willow Grove, Craven Arms 3-5 May Delays possible [multiway signals]
Purslow Show Why not have a go entering this year’s show on Sunday 24th July 2022 [from 12 noon]
The advance schedule for photography, vegetables and handicrafts are now available on http://www.theparishpost.org/purslowshow The full schedule will be available in late June.
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Working for a greener and more sustainable future. Look forward to meeting you at the Next Generation Fair, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, 28 May 11am-4pm. Free day out, with lots for people of all ages - children’s attractions, dog show, electric cars and pv panels, local organisations’ stands, craft, food ...
SERVICES, TRAINING, LEISURE AND SUPPORT
Craven Arms Town Council meets on the last Tuesday of the month Parish Councils in the Craven Arms area - list and websites Shropshire Councillor and Craven Arms Councillor Surgery.
First Saturday of every month at the Discovery Centre. 10am until 12 noon.
David Evans Shropshire Councillor.
Nick Carter Craven Arms Town Council help to solve problems.
New online coaching service for people who struggle with reading
It’s taken for granted that we all learned to read and write at school, however there are many local people who struggle with this essential life skill. Just imagine how your life would be if you couldn’t read forms or letters, follow medicine instructions, or read a new recipe? Free, confidential, one-to-one help
Read Easy Shropshire Hills matches up adults who want to learn to read with a trained reading coach and they work together through reading manuals, in private, at a time to suit them both. It’s as easy as that and its free!
What’s important is that everyone can learn at their own pace without feeling rushed. There’s no pressure or targets or exams to worry about and no reminders of what it was like at school.
Before the pandemic all coaching sessions were held face-to-face in quiet locations such as cafes and libraries, but out of necessity we have had to find new ways to keep on coaching.
Online coaching, using Zoom, has been so successful and convenient for many reading pairs, that we have decided to use it to reach a much wider population. New readers are provided with a tablet if they don’t have access to a computer. It is set up by Read Easy beforehand so it can be used without any computer knowledge or keyboard skills. However, Zoom isn’t for everyone and for some of our readers coaching by WhatsApp or phone are better options.
We will continue to offer face-to-face coaching to people who would prefer to meet in person if there is a suitable local venue. Jay Blades proves it’s never too late to learn
Jay Blades, presenter of BBC's Repair Shop, finds reading a challenge. He concealed his inability to read until he was in his 30s, after he struggled to learn to read as a child and compares looking at words on a page to a 'book of ants'. Jay, 51, has been learning to read online with Read Easy in Birmingham and his story was shown on BBC TV earlier this year.
How to get in touch
Learning to read can literally be life changing. People grow enormously in confidence, self-esteem and independence as well as being able to navigate the world of the written word.
If you would like to find out more, or you know someone who would like to learn to read contact Amana Winchester on 07707762653 or email her shcoordinator@readeasy.org.uk.
CRAVEN ARMS GOOD NEIGHBOURS For transport to hospital, local services etc Call 01588 673732weekdays between 9am and 12 noon ALSO
Volunteer Drivers required for local journeys to GPs, hospitals, shopping appointments etc. Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile.
Telephone volunteers required to arrange appointments 9am-12noon Even just 1 morning a month would be helpful. Please contact John Fuller secretary 01588 674810 or mobile 07990 514940
Craven Arms Community Food Bank
St Andrews Community Church, Market Street. Tuesdays 10 am - 12 Just come in, you will be made very welcome. Do I have to get a voucher? No. Can I just walk in and get food? Yes, these times are unprecedented What if I can't go out? Text 0785 2310514 Give your name and address and it will get delivered.----- Donations of food (in date please) cheques or cash can be brought down to the Church on a Tuesday 10 am - 12 or text 0785 2310514for the Church BACS nos Thank you so much to all those who have donated, we know all the people who receive food appreciate it.
Shropshire Council Community Reassurance Teams and Helpline help those who are vulnerable and in need of help. The Helpline 0345 678 9028 is available 8am to 6pm weekdays, and 9am to 1pm Saturdays.
South Shropshire Inter Faith have set aside some donations and would like to assist families in Craven Arms if they are in financial hardship.
Contact: Imam Sohayb, Treasurer
South Shropshire Inter Faith
phone 0777 367 6685 or email sohaybp@hotmail.co.uk
Funding is available from Euro Quality Foundation
(www.euroqualityfoundation.org) to support local charitable organisations in the community through the current crisis. Please complete the online form to submit a request https://forms.gle/HSKE6Qtn8df8kgr86. Best wishes for all to stay safe and support the needy and vulnerable where you can.
Craven Arms Good Neighbours - reasonable cost transport when public transport isn't available or you are unable to use it; also small jobs at home. Call 01588 673732[Monday to Friday between 9.00 and noon]. Please give as much notice as possible for transport requests.
