Chat with a 91 year old
‘My dad used to say ‘always keep moving’, that’s the secret of still feeling young when you grow old’ Kathy told me after I complimented her for looking way younger than 91. That’s something I’ll always remember. We love volunteer, Eleni’s write-up of a visit with her new client. Many volunteers have the same worries... Read More
Lordshill – it’s your time to shine!
Do you or someone you know, need a good neighbour? If yes, please do join us to hear how we can help you help your neighbours. We’re a friendly neighbourhood charity, enriching the lives of people in need in our local communities through befriending and practical help services. We are now expanding in Lordshill and... Read More
You can now donate to us by text!
DID YOU KNOW? You can now donate up to £20 to us by text! Text KIND followed by an amount e.g. KIND 10 to 70085 (+ 1 standard rate message). If you just text KIND, you will donate £5 + 1 standard rate message. This is a great way for us to pick up donations... Read More
Vintage & Craft Fair – 23rd March
Held in a quirky and beautiful old cinema, Communicare’s Vintage & Craft Fair offers stallholders and visitors alike an enjoyable day out as well as an opportunity to pick up something unique for Mother’s Day. With high quality performances from local performers and a space to meet with friends and chat over lunch or a... Read More
Peartree – we’re coming to you!
Following on from the success of our Banister Park focus area, we’re now expanding in Peartree. As a friendly, neighbourhood charity, we’re looking to recruit volunteers who would like to be better neighbours and help those in need living locally to them. Anyone interested is invited to join us for tea, toast/cake and chat at... Read More
Barn dance raises £1,800!
Trustee, Carolyn Page organised a fab night of dancing and laughing – our 2019 barn dance! Threepenny Bit lead the dancing with some brilliant live music and calling, keeping everyone on their feet. We are delighted with the amount raised and want to thank everyone that helped to make the event such a success. Huge... Read More
Shared Westie Love
A fab little story from our Coordinator, Vicky: When I introduced new volunteer, Claire to her client she noticed a painting of a Westie on the wall and said she also has a Westie. Turns out it was a painting of the client’s beloved dog, now no longer with her. When I called to follow... Read More
Communicare Barn Dance – Yee Hah!
After the huge success of the 2018 barn dance, we’ve decided to give it another go! Three Penny Bit are returning for another fantastic night of live music, dance and laughter. Doors 7.00pm, Sat 26 January 2019 at Highfield Church – bring your own drinks & snacks. Tickets are on sale here. For more information, call... Read More
Calling all runners – Southampton Marathon 2019
The Southampton ABP Marathon is on 5th May 2019 and we have spaces available for the 10k, half and full marathon. We ask you to raise a minimum of £50 for Communicare and also to pay a £10 registration fee to Communicare in Southampton. We will provide a Communicare running t-shirt sponsor forms... Read More
Sellers Wanted – Vintage & Craft Fair March 2019
It’s almost time for 7th Next Vintage & Craft Fair! We have space for around 30 sellers and before advertising, we’ve already taken some bookings! Do you craft and create wonderful pieces that you’re looking to sell? Are you a lover of all things vintage and have a stash of fab goodies to share with... Read More