This is a specially funded post to engage with the local community, including other charitable organisations, to help understand the needs of the local area, promote our services, and generally support those living in the villages and hamlets surrounding the town.

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Drop in Sessions​

The Country Market, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton on the 4th Tuesday of every month.

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The Guggleton Farm Arts, Stalbridge on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. 

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Our office is open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 1.30pm. We offer in-person or telephone support and guidance on a number of age related issues, and can also signpost to other appropriate agencies or services.

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At our office we can also offer help with technology support, and assist you with Blue Badge applications; including producing your ID photo and scanning our documents for you.

 

You can email us at info@acnorthdorset.org.uk or make contact via our website contact form. For telephone support please call us on 01258 475582. Out of hours, please leave us a message and we will return your call as soon as we can.

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If you are planning to visit we recommend checking our Facebook page for any potential office closures. 

Our weekly balance classes take place at Sturfit Gym on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Our Tuesday balance and movement class involves movement to music with the addition of some props, whereas our Wednesday classes are more gentle for those with more limited ability wishing to improve their balance and general mobility. The schedule is as follows:

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Tuesday: 11am - 11.30am.

Wednesday: 11.15am to 11.45am & 12.00pm to 12.30pm with a coffee morning running alongside the classes.                  

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 The classes are wonderful for wellbeing, and also offer the chance to meet people, make local connections and form friendships. 

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Each session is hosted by qualified and experienced instructors, and offered on a pay as you go weekly fee of £5. To book your place please e-mail info@acnorthdorset.org.uk or call 01258 475582.

We host a weekly foot care clinic, every Thursday at our Sturminster Newton office. Enjoy superior quality care in a safe, friendly and welcoming environment with complimentary fresh coffee, tea and biscuits. ​

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Our highly qualified foot care practitioner, who is also a registered nurse, carries out a detailed initial consultation and treatment, in order to assess your needs, and recommend an ongoing treatment programme.

 

We welcome new clients, and do our best to meet local demand. Please contact us for prices, further information, or to make a booking.

We can provide advice and guidance on a number of welfare issues, including general advice, helping you apply for appropriate benefits, and assisting with the completion of complex forms. Our specially trained volunteers can visit your home, or see you at our office. Please contact us to find out how our wonderful team of Welfare Benefits Advisors can help you.

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For welfare and benefits support please e-mail info@acnorthdorset.org.uk or call our office on 01258 475582.

Our volunteer befrienders devote their spare time to helping our clients who may be feeling lonely and isolated. All our team are required to provide references, and are appropriately DBS checked, so you can be assured that when you request a visit from us, you will be matched with someone who has been chosen very carefully. Additionally, we provide all our volunteers with full training and ongoing support. 

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We can provide:

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• Regular visits for a cuppa and a chat

• Help to access other services

• Support and friendship through difficulties

• A link to the wider community

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Referral and self referrals may be made by e-mail to info@acnorthdorset.org.uk or by phone on 01258 475582.