A poem for Communicare…
One of our volunteers, Debbie Hendry, has written this beautiful poem about the life of Communicare. What do you think? Is it similar to your experience with us? Ode to Communicare From an idea and a dream A gathering of few Rose a wonderful concept And many bonds grew A reach out to neighbours... Read More
Ruby, 100, backs Tree of Light Campaign
ommunicare which is running the campaign is a charity aiming to eradicate loneliness through befriending. Our Tree of Light campaign is now in full flow! Residents can sponsor a light for a loved one and before a switch on at Woolston Millennium Garden on December 1st at 4.30pm. The campaign has taken place for the past ten... Read More
‘Tis the season to be jolly! – Tea Parties!
‘Tis the season to get our party hats (and Christmas jumpers) on!! In December, we will be holding two Christmas tea parties – one on the West of the City in Highfield and one on the East (venue tbc but watch this space). If you would like to attend as a guest, or lend a... Read More
Waffle Club
Like to chat and snack? Join Annie for the launch of our waffle club! Today (Tuesday 13th November), 5-8.30pm @perewaffle. Savoury and sweet options available – see the Pere Waffle website for details https://buff.ly/2qAzdOm
Let’s get quizzical!
Get your general knowledge hats on as it’s almost time for our next Quiz Night! Hosted by Trustee, Barrie Worth there will be several rounds of different topics and they are notoriously challenging – can you beat the Shirley Wonders?? Entry – £7.50 + extra for homemade puddings/raffle. A chilli supper and soft drinks are included... Read More
Autumnal themed tea party
Our last tea party, with an autumnal theme, was held at Medwall Court in Thornhill. Fitting for the theme, it was a suitably blustery day! But thankfully that didn’t deter guests from attending – we had a wonderful turnout, with both Communicare clients and a number of residents from the court coming along to join... Read More
£1100 raised at Vintage & Craft Fair
A huge thank you to everyone that supported our Vintage & Craft Fair today. We are delighted to announce we’ve made somewhere in the region of £1,100 (we’re still adding up little pots) – a fantastic result! To all our volunteers that put in hard work beforehand and showed up on the day to run... Read More
Communibear has visitors
The Communibears have had two visitors today, welcoming them to Southampton. Both aged 60 Ben and Elizabeth were “born” in Southern Rhodesia in August 1958 when each of Annie’s grandparents sent a bear as a first birthday present. They first came to Great Britain in September 1959 when Annie entered the country for the first... Read More
Tree of Light 2018
We’re delighted to launch our 10th annual Tree of Light event. One of the beautiful pines in the Woolston Millennium Garden will be covered in hundreds of sponsored Christmas lights to commemorate loved ones and special causes. Suggested minimum donation £7 per light. Tree of Light 2018 Sponsorship Form Sponsor a light via our Facebook event... Read More
Communibears have arrived!
Our Communibears have arrived!! Look how happy they are 😍😀. They’ll be on sale at our Vintage & Craft Fair this Saturday but also available in our offices. At £5 each, they’re a bargain and ideal for a little Christmas gift. We’ve heard that they love an adventure too, so are asking that they be taken on weird... Read More