Aware May 2014

Aware Newsle�er of East Sussex

Disability Associa�on

Issue 50 - May 2014

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ac�vely empowering and suppor�ng disabled people

Help Save the Independent Living Fund (ILF)

The ILF helps around 21,000 provides vital funding to enable disabled people with high support

needs to live independently in the community rather than in residen�al care.

The ILF has been closed to most new applicants since 2010 and the government has now

announced on 6 March that it will close the ILF in June 2015 as it is no longer ‘financially

sustainable’. This is the second a,empt by the government as last �me the Court of Appeal

found that the government had breached it’s du�es under equali�es legisla�on.

The government now claims to have got around the court findings and says it will devolve the

money to Local Authori�es for 12 months with no ring-fencing. This means that a/er June 2016

there will be no addi�onal funding for already cash-strapped local authori�es to meet their legal

obliga�ons for this group of disabled people.

Please help the campaign to stop this latest a,ack on disabled people and their independence.

3 easy steps to campaign:

1. Write or email your MP now to help save the ILF and encourage all your

friends and family to do the same

2. Sign the ILF pe��on to government

3. Tweet #savetheILF and Facebook the link to the e-ac�on -

www.pcs.org.uk/savetheILF - so others can join the campaign �

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ESDA - ac�vely empowering and suppor�ng disabled people - www.esda.org.uk 2

Contents

Help Save the Independent Living Fund .....cover

Editorial ..............................................................2

View from the chair ............................................3

ESDA services ..................................................4/5

Local groups ................................................6/7/8

Other News …..………………………................9/10/11

Fancy Trying Something New? ……….................12

Furniture Now & Walks with Wheelchairs …....13

Scam Awareness ………………….…………………….…14

Le,ers ..............................................................15

Events and contacts ……………….................back

Editorial

Nick Tapp

CEO

So summer is with us once again, although as

I’m wri�ng this it’s very grey and wet outside.

People’s thoughts turn to holidays, barbecues,

picnics and sunscreen (and if the la,er doesn’t

appear in your thoughts it most definitely

should!). However here at ESDA we s�ll have a

lot of important things to do.

Firstly we will be implemen�ng our new

database. Whilst this may not impact directly

on you personally it does have a great

importance for us. Our current database

(where we record members’ details, details of

enquiries etc) really no longer matches our

needs. Neither does it match the needs of our

funders who increasingly want us to provide

more in-depth reports of who uses our

services. Please don’t worry that we give your

personal details to anyone because we don’t.

What we do have to give is informa�on such as the

numbers of people who called us, how many were

male and how many female, what age ranges they

were, what part of the county they live in, were

they disabled people or carers and so on.

This informa�on is really vital for us and helps us,

and others, know that we are providing services

where we should be. We can also see that if

certain people aren’t using them and recognise we

need to do something about it. When we ask for

such informa�on from you we’re not being nosey,

we simply want to make sure we are doing the

right things for the right people.

Secondly, and very importantly, we will be

launching our new Strategy. We have been

working on this for some �me now. We have had

mee�ngs with Trustees, volunteers and staff, we

undertook a large survey through Aware and held

some focus groups.

We have been looking at what we do, what

disabled people want us to do, what gaps there

are in current provision and what the future might

hold for disabled people in order to provide

Trustees and staff with a pathway for the next

3 – 5 years. Importantly Trustees have said that

this should be a ‘rolling plan’ which will be

reviewed annually to see what progress we have

made and what changes have happened both

within ESDA and externally that may mean we

need to think again.

As part of our ongoing review of our Strategy we

aim to engage disabled people in the County more

o/en. We will be asking you for your opinion;

asking you to get involved in surveys,

consulta�ons, social media etc; asking you to help

us make a difference.

We really can’t do it without you.

Thirdly, and finally, office staff and volunteers will

be taking �me to go on holiday (with sunscreen

packed) and recharge their ba,eries over the

summer months but we will s�ll be providing

services to the disabled people of East Sussex as

usual. �

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View from the

Chair

Sarah Playforth

It does seem at last as if summer is here

(crossing my fingers) and some of us have

already had some holidays. My fourth trip

to Turkey on a tradi�onal gulet was as

enjoyable as always. One of the things

that makes it so good is not having to do

anything and being waited on. But that

very thing made me think about people

who must be “waited on” by others in

order to live their daily lives and for whom

it is not a ma,er of choice and of relishing

it once or twice a year on holidays or

breaks.

Of course for disabled people who employ

PAs, communica�on support workers, and

others to facilitate their lives, it is not

being “waited on” at all, it is necessary to

achieve independence and choice. If this

facilita�on can be seen in this way by non-

disabled people, and accepted as an

equally valid part of the lives of disabled

people as voice telephones and smart

phones; televisions and computers; cars

and public transport; DIY tools and

household gadgets are for non-disabled

people, how different would the

percep�on of disability be?

ESDA con�nues to develop its future

strategy and it is beginning to really take

shape now.

It feels very much about what really needs to

happen in today’s context of austerity &

greater expecta�on of third sector

organisa�ons.

Some of the changes will feel challenging to

many who have been involved with ESDA for

many years but the Board and I are very clear

that the changes must happen in order for

ESDA to not only survive but thrive and

con�nue to work effec�vely and energe�cally

with disabled people and their allies in East

Sussex.

I am hugely apprecia�ve of the hard work

done by our staff & volunteers, especially

during these years of change and challenge –

thank you all and enjoy your summer. �

Special Congratula�ons

Everyone at ESDA would like to offer our special

congratula�ons to Andy Evans on being awarded

the Eastbourne Herald Achiever of the Year Award

in recogni�on of his volunteering work with

disabled people. He has made a truly outstanding

contribu�on to the community through his work

with the Eastbourne Area Epilepsy Group, helping

to set up the Epilepsy Youth Group, running the

ESDA Polegate & Willingdon group and the

Crowborough group and also being a panel

member for Eastbourne Homes. Well done Andy!

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ESDA Coaches

ESDA Coach Services Ltd

1 Faraday Close

Eastbourne

BN22 9BH

01323 514512

[email protected]

www.esdacoaches.com

Company Limited by Shares No. 6657751

A not-for-profit wholly owned subsidiary of

East Sussex Disability Associa�on

Registered charity number 1042071

ESDA Coach Services Ltd

Fully Accessible Coach Outings

ESDA Coach Services Ltd provides a cost effective door-to-door transport service, operated by professional PSV drivers with

specialist training in assisting older, vulnerable and disabled people. Available to disability groups and for general private hire.

Our fully accessible 30 seat coaches with tail lifts cater for all. Wheelchair users can travel alongside seated passengers while

the tail lift can also be used to board those who find coach steps difficult to manage.

Now with full Operators Licence

We are proud to have facilitated almost 700 accessible coach outings in 2013 and can now welcome new customers since

obtaining a full Operators Licence. This means we can make our service available to all including business users and

privately owned nursing homes, care homes, schools, holiday tour operators and private individuals.

ESDA Coach Services facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/esdacoaches

Our attention to detail and personalised service takes the worry out of transport planning.

To find out more please contact Wendy Hiscox on 01323 514512; by email to [email protected], or drop a line

to the address above.

ESDA Coach Services is committed to making accessible coach transport available to all, where disabled and non-disabled

people can travel together. We aim to offer excellent value with an excellent standard of service and are proud to be

Approved Members of the East Sussex County Council Support with Confidence Scheme. �

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Daily Living Centre

We have had some very posi�ve feedback from

people who have a,ended our Workshops. Here

are a few of the comments:-

“Just a great a/ernoon. I thought it was helpful

and I learnt a lot”

“I didn’t realise how many things were out there

to help”

“Very enjoyable and helpful few hours”

Book your place today!

Kitchen Refit Work in progress!

Out with the old, in with the new

New cupboards in place

Rise and fall work top almost there and new wall

tiles

We are planning to launch our new kitchen in the

near future, details will be posted on the Daily

Living Centre ‘Events’ page of the ESDA website

www.esda.org.uk �

Kitchen Workshops

The Kitchen Workshop

At the Daily Living Centre

Are you looking for prac�cal solu�ons to

manage food prepara�on and ea�ng?

Are you struggling with opening jars, peeling

and preparing vegetables and food?

Is it difficult to cut your food or grip cutlery

easily?

If so then come to one of our FREE Kitchen

Workshops where you will have the

opportunity to work with our Occupa�onal

Therapy Staff to find solu�ons.

You will be able to try pieces of kitchen

equipment and adapted cutlery to find the

best solu�on for you.

We do not sell equipment but will be able to

provide you with informa�on on where you

can buy.

Please call us on 01323 514515 or email

[email protected] for more informa�on or to

book a place.

Aware - May 2014


News from local groups

Seaford Kurlers

It seems a long �me since I reported on what

we have been up to. The last event that I said

we were involved in was the Wave Leisure

Paragames event on August 18th

2013. That

was a superb day for contestants and

organisers alike. It is a very inspiring event to

watch. This year’s is on Sunday 10th

August at

the Downs Leisure Centre. Anyone who is

interested would be very welcome.

We held our annual AGM on 8th

October 2013.

The commi,ee was elected and most posts

were filled. We s�ll hope to fill the vacant post

of Social/Welfare secretary.

The Bob Ma,hews Achievement Cup was

presented to Jimmy Nicholls. Jimmy lives in

South Downs Housing and since joining

Seaford Kurlers he has grasped the game very

well and is now a very able player.

Our Annual Tournament came to an end in

November. The winners of the shield were

Wanda Grant and Bill Braddock and Anna

Norsworthy and Nick Hopkins were the

runners up. We are now in the middle of the

2014 tournament. We changed the �me of

year for the event because the summer

holiday season meant that the event dragged

on far too long.

We went to The Moorings at Pevensey for our

2013 Christmas Lunch. This was the first �me that

we had gone there and everyone was very

impressed. The choice of menu was enormous and

the quality and quan�ty of the food was

outstanding. The staff were very a,en�ve indeed.

We rounded the year off with our tradi�onal mince

pies.

The New Year started well for us – apart from the

awful weather that all of us had to endure –

enrolment for the beginning of a new year saw

most of our exis�ng members enrolling for 2014.

We had quite a few new members so we s�ll need

to hire all of the sports hall at Wave Leisure.

We announced that the annual tournament would

begin a/er Easter and would hopefully end before

the start of the main summer holiday season. A/er

a vote it was decided to alter the format of the

event. Compe�ng partners would be chosen by

random names being drawn from a hat. In the past

members have chosen their own partners.

We have an ou�ng booked for May 22nd

when we

are going to visit and go on the Bluebell Railway

and then when the train has returned we shall go

to Heaven Farm for a cream tea and sandwiches.

This sounds like a really good day to look forward

to. All we need is good weather.

We shall be refereeing Seahaven Lionesses’ Annual

Sports Tournament on May 17th

at the Downs

Leisure Centre. In the past the event has been very

successful.

Seaford Kurlers meet every Tuesday from 2.00pm

un�l 4.00pm. Our annual membership is £5.00 per

annum and the weekly subs are £2.50.

Contact details are June Wood, tel 01323 895376

email sally1989@�scali.co.uk �

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Crowborough

Crowborough group don’t have a trip in

January, so their first trip was to the

Halland Forge in February where they

enjoyed a very nice carvery.

In February they went to the Kings Head,

Horsebridge, one of the group’s favourites

and enjoyed a chat and a nice two course

meal again with good service.

They went and did some shopping at

Garden Pride Ditchling and had a meal and

a chat before returning home. This was a

new one for the group.

This month may we went back to the Bear

at Burwash, sat in the conservatory with a

look out over the Sussex Downs and

countryside, the food and service was very

good, and the group had a good day.

Crowborough are welcoming back some

members who have not been for some

while, so it’s nice to have them back, and

we have some new members, but if you

know of anyone who would like to join the

group then please contact Andy on: 07757

240331 or Marianne at the office. �

Polegate and Willingdon

New year, no change in the weather, s�ll

raining as Polegate and Willingdon set off for

their first trip of the year to the Kings Head at

Horsebridge, normal reliable service and

good food to cheer everyone up.

In February we went to Hilliers, Hailsham so

they had a chance to get some seeds or small

plants for the garden and a nice meal and

chat as well.

March was the Green Man at Ringmer, a big

favourite with the Polegate and Willingdon

group, where we get good service and a

lovely meal, more than you can eat for some.

The Friday trip in April fell on Good Friday, so

they didn’t go out, but the first Wednesday

trip of the year came in April when they went

to the Newmarket Inn, Lewes; very pleasant,

very helpful and very nice food and was

enjoyed by all.

Polegate and Willingdon have gained some

new members, but if you know of anyone

who would like to join them just get in touch

with Andy on 07757 240331 or Marianne at

the office. �

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Bexhill

The members of the Bexhill branch were surprised

and delighted when they were presented with

Easter eggs during their ou�ng to Inn on the Park,

Golden Cross. These were kindly donated by the

Bexhill Lions Club who have been extremely

suppor�ve of our associa�on.

It was with great regret that this month we said

goodbye to Brian Cooksey, our membership

secretary, who has been an asset to the commi,ee

for several years.

Thank you Brian for all your hard work. We shall

miss you and wish you well.

Bunny Druce �

DAWNS

DAWNS very much enjoyed their ou�ng and a lovely

cream tea when they visited the Old Barn in

Horsham �

DELTA—Trip to Kew Gardens

A/er weeks of rain and flooding around the country

we wondered whether it would be possible to hold

this event. However, as there were no reports of

closed roads on the route to Kew, we decided to go

for it. The day didn’t start too promisingly with

heavy rain coming down as we le/ Lewes. Never

mind, we were all in good spirits and the cha,er

and joking soon started.

Surprisingly, although it rained all the way to Kew,

Bill our driver made good �me and we arrived at

11.30 am. Soon most of us were in the restaurant

enjoying a hot lunch of roast chicken with all the

trimmings which set us up for the day.

We have a,ended the Orchid Fes�vals each year

since 2012 and have enjoyed them all. This year was

no excep�on although it seemed that slightly fewer

orchids had been used in the displays. It is incredible

how well the scenes depicted are created with so

many colours and varie�es of plants. As always, we

bumped into various DELTA members in the

Princess of Wales Conservatory where the fes�val is

held. This year Derek and Ann were there to chat to

and also Cliff and Jim.

Making our way back to the restaurant we met

various members of the group and they told us about

what they had seen; everyone has a different tale to

tell. Sue had bought two beau�ful orchid plants

which I’m sure will be looking lovely in her new

apartment.

Kew were hos�ng a photographic exhibi�on in the

Nash Gallery with beau�ful photos from all around

the world. It makes you realise that the standard of

amateur photography is very high.

A/er looking at the photos, we s�ll had some �me to

spare so explored the area behind Kew Palace. It was

very fascina�ng with views of another lake and

fountain we had not seen before and the River

Thames which was very swollen a/er all the recent

rain.

We then made our way back to the bus to chat with

other members about the day we had had; everyone

agreed it had been lovely and well worth the journey

up. �

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Other news

Hope For The Future

As supporters of ESDA, I am sure you will be

aware of our grand old age - we are older than

the NHS - and coun�ng!

Way back in 1948, the NHS was formed but

before that ESDA had already started to help

disabled people in East Sussex.

Just to prove that, here is an extract from ESDA’s

1944 Annual Review:

“A young woman of 25 who had never been able

to walk and who was therefore totally

dependent on others for geWng about

outside was bought a self-propelling chair”.

In her le,er thanking the Associa�on, she wrote:

“I cannot express what a joy it is to me. I love

the sensa�on of using the strength in my arms.

Every day I thank God for it; it has given me

such an increase in independence.”

We are feeling comforted and alarmed by the

fact that we are s�ll working towards

breaking down the barriers that prevent

disabled people from living fully inclusive,

independent lives.

We would actually be very happy if ESDA’s

services were no longer needed but since they

are s�ll required, we’re not planning on going

anywhere yet, in fact we are planning to expand

our services to more disabled people.

Since 1944 ESDA’s purpose has remained steadfast

and is s�ll in place.

Our commitment to disabled people in East Sussex is

stronger than ever, we exist to secure and support the

rights of disabled people in East Sussex to have choice

and control in their lives and be included as equal

members of society.

We s�ll have lots to achieve now and for the future, if

you’d like to help ESDA keep up its good work but

don’t feel able to make a dona�on now, remember

that you can always leave a final gi/ to ESDA in your

will.

You can simply ask your solicitor to name ESDA as

your preferred charity of choice in your will and state

which type of gi/ you would like to leave.

If you would like us to send you informa�on on how to

make a will or to make a change to your will, please

complete the form below:

My Preferred Contact Details:

Title:

First Name:

Last Name:

Address:

Day�me Telephone Number:

Mobile Telephone Number:

Email:

(We will contact you in whichever way you choose

here).

If you’d like to talk to someone about leaving a las�ng

gi/, call us on: 01323 514528.

Leaving a las�ng gi� in your will is easy and

safeguards the future for those who will follow you.

Thank You. �

“The �me that I spent in the Karten Centre had

greatly boosted my self-confidence and I felt ready

to move on to something new.

Having successfully completed the Access to Higher

Educa�on course last summer, I made a successful

applica�on to the University of Brighton to study

for a Human Biology and Educa�on degree.

As I have a physical disability, I find IT important for

a range of uses including socialising”. Sean.

Aware - May 2014


Are you……….

Unsteady on your feet?

Worried about falling?

Interested in taking part in FREE group ac�vity sessions to improve your

strength and balance?

If you can answer yes to one or more of the above ques�ons, the OTAGO

EXERCISE PROGRAM could be for you. Designed specifically to reduce your risk

of falls - and proven especially effec�ve for individuals aged 80 and over - the

program is being delivered at a number of venues across East Sussex by

specially trained Wave Leisure and Freedom Leisure Trust instructors.

To find out whether you are eligible to take part, please contact your GP in the

first instance.

For informa�on about class days and �mes in the Seaford, Eastbourne,

Newhaven or Lewes areas, please call Wave Leisure on 01323 493027

For informa�on about class days and �mes in the Uckfield, Crowborough,

Heathfield, Hailsham, Bexhill, Has�ngs or Rye areas, please call Freedom

Leisure on 01825 880279

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The Fed’s experienced advisors will support people

to take on the responsibility for the management

of their Direct Payment, helping to plan and budget

and providing guidance on employment issues and

paying staff.

The newly launched East Sussex PA No�ceboard is

the middle piece of the jigsaw. It is a tried and

tested online service where people wan�ng PAs

and people wan�ng to work as PAs can be matched

up. Direct Employers can list their vacancies and

contact PAs listed on the PA No�ceboard directly.

PAs can list their details and contact Direct

Employers if there is a job they would like to apply

for. The Fed’s advisors can help write and list

adverts. They will also provide support with the

necessary checks, such as references and

Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

The Fed also offers a Payroll and Administra�on

Service for dealing with tax, Na�onal Insurance and

payslips, and they can also open and run a bank

account for Direct Payments (Managed Bank

Account).

The Fed Centre for Independent Living (The Fed) is

a user led organisa�on and registered charity

which supports people to live independently. With

a long and successful history (they began in 1981),

they have recently developed new services for

disabled and older people across East Sussex.

The Direct Payments Support Service and PA

No�ceboard support people who choose to organ-

ise their support through a Direct Payment. Direct

Payments can make a very big difference for the

be,er, but also bring responsibili�es lots of people

appreciate help with. The Fed has been providing

this in Brighton for over 15 years, and is now

bringing their Direct Payments Support Service to

their neighbouring county.

People of all ages can ask for a Direct Payment if

they qualify for support from Social Services. The

Fed’s Direct Payments Support Service will guide

people through all the steps they need to take, not

only to receive and manage the payment, but also

support with employing their own staff (personal

assistants).

Direct Payments Support Service and PA No�ceboard

For more informa�on, contact them

phone on 01273 296755 or by email on

[email protected].

For the PA No�ceboard go to:

fedeastsussex.pano�ceboard.org.uk.

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The BDA are now engaging with disability groups across Sussex, to set up inclusive Bowls

sessions across the county. The Bowls Development Alliance have been formed to raise

par�cipa�on in the sport of Bowls and have produced financial packages for clubs and

organisa�ons to make the sport accessible to all. If Bowls is of interest to you or any local

groups you are involved with, Please contact Bre, Crowhurst, BDA Development Officer on

07557819568.

Aware - May 2014


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providing free informa�on on routes that are

suitable for those that use a wheelchair.

The walks on our database have been tried and

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Walks with Wheelchairs will allow you to:

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Furniture Now Courses:

Crea�ve CraIs in Wood

This course is for anyone who is over 19+,

unemployed, claiming benefits and crea�ve, we are

beginning a course in Crea�ve cra/s in Wood at our

new training suite at Unit 2a, Britland Estate,

Northbourne road in Eastbourne.

The course starts on the 5th June from 9.30am -

2.30pm and every Wednesday and Thursday a/er

that for six weeks.

We have very talented, wood-cra/ tutors to help

explore crea�ve ability, provide an accredited

qualifica�on and ensure a lot of fun along the way.

For more informa�on or to book a place please call

Sophie on 01323 887199 or

email [email protected]

NCFE Level 1 Award in Volunteering

Furniture now are offering a four day course to

achieve a recognised qualifica�on in volunteering.

The course is suitable for those who are

19+, claiming benefits, thinking about working as a

volunteer or for those who are already in a

volunteering role.

For more informa�on or to book a place please call

Sophie on 01323 887199 or email

[email protected]

Furniture Now are in partnership with East Sussex

Disability Associa�on

Are you over 65?

Are you in receipt of Pension Credits?

Do you live in Eastbourne?

Would you like to replace a piece of furniture or an

electrical item for free?

If you answered YES to all of these ques�ons then

visit our store at Courtlands Road, Eastbourne to pick

up a form and apply now!

3A Courtlands Road, Eastbourne, BN22 8TR

01323 638000

Aware - May 2014


Scam Awareness

There’s a scam for just about everyone

and every situa�on.

Booking a holiday? There’s a scam for you.

Trying to find a job? There’s a scam for you.

Shopping online? There’s lots of scams wai�ng for

you.

SiKng at home and minding your own business? Oh

yes, there’s plenty of scams for you… through your

le,erbox, via your phone and internet connec�on and

some�mes delivered to your door.

The same channels that make our lives easier, the

internet, smart phones, doorstep deliveries, also

provide short cuts for scammers.

Scams Awareness is about the fight-back against

scammers. Giving consumers the informa�on, skills

and confidence to spot and stop scams.

One of the key challenges for organisa�ons

represen�ng consumers is that so many people suffer

scams in silence – just five per cent are reported.

This is because people feel shame or embarrassment

at being caught out. They put it down to experience,

or recognise an a,empted scam and consider it too

obvious too succeed.

The real shame is that keeping silent denies

consumers the opportunity to be more effec�ve in

comba�ng scammers.

So, far from suffering in silence, we want consumers

to shout out loud about scams.

Scams Awareness . It’s a great opportunity for

consumers and campaigners to learn and share, then

take that knowledge into the year round fight against

scams.

It’s only through spoKng the signs of scams and

spreading the word as wide as possible that

consumers can help to stop scams.

Think!

• If it sounds too good to be true it probably

is.

• If you haven’t bought a �cket – you can’t

win it.

• You shouldn’t have to pay anything to get a

prize.

• If in doubt, don’t reply. Bin it, delete it or

hang up.

• Persuasive sales pa,er? Just say: “No thank

you”.

• Contacted out of the blue – be suspicious.

• Never give out your bank details unless you

are certain you can trust the person

contac�ng you.

• Take your �me – resist pressure to make a

decision straight away.

• Never send money to someone you don’t

know.

• Walk away from job ads that ask for money

in advance.

• Your bank will never visit your home.

• Your bank and the police will never collect

your bank card.

• Your bank and the police will never ask for

your PIN.

• Computer firms do not make unsolicited

phone calls to help you fix your computer.

• Don’t suffer in silence – tell

others about scams.

Aware - May 2014


Le,ers

Dear DLC

Trying out various aids, in a relaxed, no

obliga�on situa�on, with pleasant staff

enabled me to make the RIGHT choices,

and go on to buy the right aids for

me. Really appreciate having the service

in Eastbourne. The staff are so helpful and

pleasant.

Yours sincerely

Anon

Dear ESDA Coaches

Thank you for all your help with our ou�ng to

Chichester Canal.

We were thrilled with your bus yesterday. Our

members confirmed that they were

comfortable and enjoyed the ride. Darren was

very pleasant and helpful, and despite the rain

the whole ou�ng was a total success.

I am currently working on our September

ou�ng, for which you have pencilled in the

date. As soon as I can confirm venue details, I

will ask you for a quote for transport.

Best Wishes

M

Dear DLC

Please find enclosed a dona�on in

apprecia�on of the advice and friendly

consulta�on we experienced when

visi�ng the centre, and a special word of

thanks to L for her valuable contribu�on

to the discussion.

Yours sincerely

Anon

Dear ESDA Coaches

Amputees R Us from Has�ngs have just

done another successful day trip with

ESDA Coach Services to the Chichester

canal. On the 15th May we had great

weather. We are now looking forward to

our next trip with ESDA Coach Services.

We have arranged a day trip to go to

Romford market.

Dear DLC

I have recommended the service to a number

of people, also in their 80’s – none had heard

of you and I was surprised!

Yours sincerely

Anon

Dear ESDA

Wow, you have been busy on my behalf.

I should be able to find someone to assist me

from all the contacts you sent to me. I am

very grateful for all your help.

Many Thanks

HM

Aware - May 2014

Events and contacts

East Sussex 1 Faraday Close, Eastbourne BN22 9BH

Disability Tel: 01323 514500

Associa�on Fax: 01323 514501

Text: 07564 932445

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.esda.org.uk

Daily Living Centre [email protected] - 01323 514515

Informa�on Service [email protected] - 01323 514521

Mee�ng Room Hire [email protected] - 01323 514500

Local Services [email protected] - 01323 514500

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East Sussex Disability Associa�on @ESDAEastSussex

Registered Charity No. 1042071. Company Limited by Guarantee No. 2979027. Registered in England & Wales

Please note that the views or ar�cles in the Aware newsle,er are not necessarily the views of ESDA.

ESDA DLC Open Days

3rd July 2014 - 9.30 am to 12.30 pm at the DLC

7th August 2014—9.30 am to 12.30 pm in the DLC

4th September 2014—9.30 am to 12.30 pm in the DLC

ESDA AGM

Thursday 9th October 2014 - venue and �me to be announced

Karten Centre IT Classes— Computer Training

These informal classes are held at the Centre every Tuesday and Thursday a/ernoons from

2.00 pm to 4.00 pm.

If you are interested in a,ending or would like more informa�on, please contact Marianne on

01323 514531.

Aware May 2014

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