Posted in Health Care, Opinion, Sustainability on Tuesday December 24, 2019| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Health Care, Young people on Saturday July 6, 2019| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to Rob Francis for reminding us about summer 1983 when the Green Goddess came to in Parwich and sending us these 3 youtube links. Let us know who you recognise.
Posted in Health Care, Pikehall on Sunday September 23, 2018| Leave a Comment »
Posted in First Responders, Health Care, Uncategorized on Thursday September 20, 2018| Leave a Comment »
Just a quick reminder about the training session at the Memorial Hall. It is open to everybody and we hope that lots of people will pop along for the session. It should last about an hour and a half, finishing with free refreshments.
So whether you feel that your life saving skills are rusty or if you think that you would have no idea what to do in the case of a heart attack please come and hear John Whittaker from East Midlands Ambulance Service guide us all through what you should do.We have decided to hold a raffle in aid of the Air Ambulance during the evening. Parwich First Responders look forward to seeing you on Thursday at 7.30. Sue H
Posted in First Responders, Health Care on Thursday September 13, 2018| Leave a Comment »
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Posted in Health Care on Friday June 1, 2018| 1 Comment »
Suffering a Wasp attack and prone to Anaphalaxis the events below unfolded Tuesday afternoon.
Posted in Environment, Farming, Health Care, Ornithology, Pets of Parwich on Saturday December 23, 2017| Leave a Comment »
We have received the following information on bird flu form the Derbyshire Association of Local Councils via our Parish Council.
Last winter the UK experienced several outbreaks of avian influenza – better known as bird flu – and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is asking for help to share information in local communities. This highly contagious disease affects birds including chickens, ducks and geese, and can be fatal to them, devastating farmers’ livelihoods. It is just as much of a risk to those with a few chickens in a back garden as to commercial farmers and anyone who keeps chickens, ducks or geese. Defra is asking local councils to share their advice on bird flu in their respective communities, for example on noticeboards using their poster, through social media or in newsletters.
Please help spread the word
Posted in Events, Health Care on Wednesday October 18, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Health Care, Opinion, Sustainability on Saturday December 24, 2016| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Environment, Health Care, Pets of Parwich, Uncategorized on Tuesday November 29, 2016| 3 Comments »
New Year Resolution for All Dog Owners – pick up your poo!For the third time in the past week I have picked up and binned other dogs’ faeces on the large cricket pitch when depositing my own dogs’ waste. I do this on behalf of all other good dog owners who would hate to see another place that dogs are banned from entering just because some people can’t be bothered. Maybe a bin can be placed on the field to make it more enticing to do the right thing?Dogs are meant to be man’s best friend, but they are regulated more than any other pet in the country! We’ve already been told we can’t use the smaller playing field because it’s for children only, (despite seeing around seven kids play on there in two years.) I’d love it if dogs had a designated play area so we can all be responsible for looking after said area. Instead, I fear, I’ll see a notice on this blog to say dogs are no longer allowed on the cricket pitch either simply because of a handful of people. We are not perfect dog owners ourselves, our dogs are not perfect, but one thing we do do is make sure we pick up their do do’s!So please, learn to steel your stomachs for this unpleasant task and think of the greater good.Woof!Caroline G
Posted in Events, Health Care, Uncategorized on Saturday October 15, 2016| 3 Comments »
Thank you to everyone who attended the MacMillan coffee morning yesterday. It was a hugely successful event raising the magnificent sum of £730.
Thank you again to everyone for your generosity.
Sandra and Judith
Posted in Events, Health Care on Monday October 10, 2016| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Health Care, Parish Council, Planning, Utilities on Monday September 19, 2016| Leave a Comment »
With the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday discussing feedback received and possible next steps I’m a little concerned that many people may have missed the information posted here on the blog as these posts have now disappeared down the page.
I think it’s worth pointing to the information concerning the proposal and also issues and concerns raised in comments on the blog.
The Council website pages has a comprehensive set of information concerning the plans which can be found here
A number of people have expressed concerns to us and have quoted the Mast Sanity site as a good starting point for researching possible negative consequences of a mast so close to the village. Their information on masts can be found here
Mast Sanity and other research expresses concerns regarding health issues for residents within 400m of a mast. Others such as the Government and the NHS say there are no health issues.
just for interest, here’s the plan of Parwich with 100metre distances from the proposed mast location that was posted previously in a comment.
In posting this I wish to make clear I am neither endorsing nor opposing the mast plans but merely seeking to make sure residents of the village are aware and can find the relevant information.
Steve J
Posted in Health Care, Parish Council, Services on Saturday July 23, 2016| 1 Comment »
The Parish Council has received the following from the Derbyshire Association of Local Councils.
As you may be aware from local news there is a proposal to close Newholme Hospital, Bakewell as part of changes to the care system.
There appears to have been has been no official direct consultation of Town and Parish Councils.
We have been asked by a member Council to forward the link to the consultation to parish councils/meetings in the Bakewell area in order that they could have an opportunity to comment.
The link is as follows: http://www.joinedupcare.org.uk/
Once you reach this page you will be able to read about the proposals and click on a further link that will allow you to express your views through and on-line form if you wish. There is also a form that can be printed to complete by hand. If any resident would like assistance with completing the form please contact the clerk.
Regards
Andrew Martin
Clerk RFO. Parwich Parish Council
e-mail: clerk@parwichparishcouncil.org.uk
Posted in Health Care, Local government on Friday April 1, 2016| 3 Comments »
Derbyshire Dales District Council has responded to the views of local people on proposed “Horse Orders” that could become law in public spaces across the Derbyshire Dales from April. The District Council’s Environment Committee are considering plans to adopt exclusion orders and a horse-on-lead reign policy in certain areas – and give council workers powers to issue fixed penalty notices to riders who fail to remove horse mess left by their animals in public places. The proposed orders seek to balance the needs of responsible riders against the interests of those affected by large piles of horse droppings, particularly toddlers. (more…)
Posted in Events, First Responders, Health Care, Services on Saturday October 25, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Events, First Responders, Health Care, Services on Saturday October 18, 2014| 1 Comment »
Posted in Events, First Responders, Health Care on Wednesday October 8, 2014| 3 Comments »
Posted in First Responders, Health Care on Thursday October 2, 2014| 3 Comments »
Posted in First Responders, Health Care, Services on Thursday September 25, 2014| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Health Care, People on Thursday August 7, 2014| 1 Comment »
Our very own Carolyn G is being interviewed on Radio Derby. She is part of a programme about strokes which will be broadcast between 11 and 12 tomorrow.
Posted in Health Care, Sport on Tuesday December 31, 2013| Leave a Comment »
Invitation to run, jog or walk – to help get fit for 2014.
Every Tuesday at 7.00pm from the Sycamore Inn car park. Starting from Tuesday 14th Jan 2014.
Distance and route to be agreed on the night. ALL ABILITIES WELCOME.
Some form of high visibility clothing and head torch recommended but not compulsory.
It is advisable not to eat a large meal for a least 2hrs before starting exercise however a light snack is acceptable. Just come along on the night; however, if you require any further information please contact Richard Bradbury on 07432 106929 or Parwich 390154
*All Abilities Welcome, look forward to seeing you*
Posted in Health Care on Thursday April 4, 2013| 1 Comment »
http://www.redcross.org.uk/Get-involved/Red-Cross-Week
Red Cross Week is nearly here, and once again I’ll be doing something that perhaps people from the village can help me with:
This year I’m making a hamper to raffle off, the theme being “Red”. So if anyone has anything red at all they can contribute (wine, bubble bath, food, bric a brac, books, music, accessories, plants, clothing…) I would be very grateful.
My number is 390568 and I’m happy to collect!
I need all contributions by the end of April.
Thanks so much!
Debbie Webster
Posted in 2013, First Responders, Health Care, News, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday March 25, 2013| 1 Comment »
Barbara L writes:
Because of the bad road conditions, Mum had to be taken to Hospital by air ambulance yesterday, as it was impossible to get an ambulance into the village.
I would just like to thank everyone out of the village who helped to get her to the air ambulance which landed in Bells yard. Now it is impossible to get into see her.
I must also say a big thank you to the paramedics who came to her – they were brilliant – and also to the doctor that came out. It had taken him three hours to get here from Belper.
Yesterday’s rescue service was provided by the Derbyshire, Leicester and Rutland Air Ambulance charity (DLRAA). If you would like to make a donation towards the vital work which they do, please visit their website. And if you would like to get involved within the village, Parwich First Responders are still short-staffed and desperately looking for new volunteers. Please ring Sue on 390334 or Patti on 390206.
Our thanks to Chris H for these photos, which show the helicopter landing yesterday.
Posted in First Responders, Health Care, Services on Saturday December 8, 2012| Leave a Comment »
East Midlands Ambulance Service launched a consultation about the future of the ambulance service in our region in September. Part of the proposals they are consulting on involves the creation of a smaller number of main hub ambulance stations, where staff start and finish their work, and from where they travel to local community facilities to await emergency calls. Rather than being dedicated ambulance stations these community facilities will be shared with other services such as the Police. To achieve this a number of the smaller dedicated ambulance stations will be closed, including the Ashbourne Ambulance Station (see the Ashbourne News Telegraph website for more information).
There is concern that this may result in reduced response time in rural areas such as in our villages. Where will our nearest community base be, and what will happen while ambulances are traveling back and forwards from their hubs in Derby or Chesterfield? The Ambulance Service argue that reducing the cost of maintaining these buildings, not always now in the best locations, will release funds for better direct patient services. The consultation still has another week to run (closing date Monday 17th December) so click here if you want to have you say directly on the East Midlands Ambulance Service website.
Alternatively for those opposed to the closure of the Ashbourne Ambulance Station, you can sign a petition at the Sycamore registering your concern.
Posted in Health Care, Services on Saturday September 29, 2012| 1 Comment »
The website for Hartington Surgery – www.hartingtonsurgery.co.uk – is worth bookmarking, as it contains reliable, up to date information for the practice.
Note also that appointments can now be booked online, as well as repeat prescriptions. For both of these services, you will need to register for Patient Access, using a PIN and an Access ID. To obtain your PIN and Access ID, you will first need to contact the surgery.
Posted in Health Care, School on Friday September 7, 2012| Leave a Comment »
To read the first school newsletter of the new academic year, please click the image below.
The school have also sent us a presentation on headlice.
Please click here to open it (in PowerPoint format).
Posted in First Responders, Health Care, Memorial hall on Wednesday May 9, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Following recent high profile heart attacks in the media Parwich First Responders would like to offer First Aid Training to anybody who is concerned.
If you would like to find out how to help in a medical emergency we can arrange informal training to suit you. Contact Martin C on 529 or Sue H on 334.
Alternatively come and talk to us at the PPC event showcasing village groups next Wednesday 16th May at 7.30pm.
Posted in About this site, Health Care, Local Links, Services on Monday September 5, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Alsop resident Natasha Astara is a qualified acupuncturist, with over six years of experience and practice, including traditional Chinese medicine and Five Element.
You can contact Natasha on 01335 390705 / 07816 601782 or via tashspirit@hotmail.com. Her website is here.
Details have also been added to our directory of local businesses and services.
Reminder: If you are a resident of our area, we can add details of your own independent local business or service to our directory – and if you have a website, we can also link to it from the LOCAL BUSINESSES section on the right hand column of the blog. These services are provided to you free of charge.
Posted in 2011, Health Care, Posts of Note, Services on Thursday March 3, 2011| 4 Comments »
FREE FIRST AID SESSIONS FROM THE BRITISH RED CROSS
The aim of everyday first aid is to provide people with the skills and confidence to act in a first aid emergency, thereby increasing the resilience of local communities and reducing “the bystander effect”.
The Red Cross knows that everyone can learn a few simple skills that could help someone if things suddenly went wrong. It doesn’t matter how young or old, or how able the person thinks they are, everyone can learn to do something to help an ill or injured person.
Everyday first aid differs from more traditional first aid training. The sessions are a maximum of two hours and focus on first aid skills which are easy to learn and remember; and which respond to a local need – so that in just a couple of hours, learners can become life-savers. We try to work alongside other organisations and tailor our first aid training sessions to your specific needs in an inclusive and flexible way.
The topics covered in a first aid session vary, depending on the needs of your group, but can range from: calling the emergency services; caring for an unconscious casualty who is breathing; caring for a casualty who is not breathing; choking; blood loss; seizures, burns and scalds etc. A typical session lasts around one to two hours, and can be delivered to groups ranging in size from about 8 to 20 people
Participants receive an easy to follow “workbook” which consists of first aid cards with a photograph of the injury or medical emergency on one side and the main key skill we want the person to deliver on the other. Each pack also contains a “Certificate of first aid learning” which each person can fill out with their name, as well as a place to tick each individual skill they’ve learnt during that session.
Sessions are free of charge; although if groups wish to make a donation to support the work of the Red Cross, that is most welcome.
This first aid programme is an exciting way to learn first aid. It offers the participants the opportunity to learn skills according to their ability and learning style. Everyone can learn something and be rewarded for it.
For more information, please contact: Deborah Webster, CBFA Coordinator
Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Cheshire
Tel: (01629) 593335 Mob: 07912080894 email: dwebster@redcross.org.uk
Posted in Health Care, Pilates on Sunday January 30, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Posted in Health Care, Pilates on Wednesday January 26, 2011| Leave a Comment »
We have got our grant! and this together with the donations from the Horticultural Society and Parwich United Charities means we can now go ahead with our Over 6Os exercise class. The first class will take place on Wednesday 2nd February at 2pm, followed by refreshments at 2.45pm. That class and the one the following week will be free taster classes, although a donation of £1 towards the refreshments would be appreciated. Thereafter the cost will be £4 per session to include the refreshments. Unlike the evening classes where we pay up front for a block of classes, the charge for these classes will be payable per session only if you can attend that class. The teacher Tricia Durdey would like all participants to fill in a health form, which will be delivered to all who have expressed an interest. Forms can also be filled in at the class on the 2nd and there will be an opportunity to talk to Tricia if you have any particular health concerns about exercising.
Rebecca (318)
Posted in Health Care, Pilates on Thursday January 6, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Rebecca J writes:
We have now received two very generous donations from the Horticultural Society and Parwich United Charities, and we are awaiting the outcome of a grant application to the Derbyshire Dales Health Development fund.
As a result, we can start to subsidise the 11-18 year olds classes; the cost will be halved to £2.50 for all young people who live in the parish of Parwich.
The start of the over 60’s class will need to await the outcome of the grant application, which I am told will be decided some time in the week beginning the 17th January. I am fairly confident we will get some, if not all of the money, applied for.
Due to other committments, the teacher (Tricia Durdey) has asked if we can start in February – so can all those who are interested pencil in Wednesday 2nd February for the first class and keep their fingers crossed! So far we have eight people interested and room for another four – so please let me know (318) if you haven’t already filled out a form, or told Sandra or Ann.
Posted in Health Care on Friday December 31, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Walk in centre NEW St Oswald’s hospital – open over bank holiday
In case you need GP-type assistance over the bank holiday, the walk-in centre is open at the new St Oswald’s Hospital on Saturday, Sunday and Monday 1st-3rd January 9am-1.00pm. You do not need to phone ahead, JUST TURN UP. The centre is run by a nurse practitioner and she can prescribe drugs should this be necessary, eg antibiotics for chest infections.
In the case of a medical emergency please continue to use the 999 service.
This walk in centre is also open during these hours on Sat and Sun mornings and Bank Holidays throughout the year – again JUST TURN UP.
Thank you to Jean & Martin for this information.
Posted in 2010, Health Care, Pilates, Posts of Note on Monday December 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Rebecca J writes: We are in the process of applying for a grant to run Pilates classes for the Over 60s in the New Year. We hope to have 2 free taster classes and 10 more that are subsidized. They will take place on a Wednesday afternoon from 2pm – 2.45pm, in the Memorial hall, followed by tea and cakes provided by Val Kirkham. The cost should be in the region of £3/ £4.
The teacher is Tricia Durdey who has 30 years experience of teaching movement to people of all ages and abilities; the last 6 of those as a Pilates teacher. She has worked with people with disabilities and with older adults in care homes and run a number of ‘Falls prevention’ classes.
She says:
“I want people to enjoy moving, to feel comfortable in their bodies, and to move without pain. Pilates should help you to become stronger and more flexible, and improve balance, posture, gait, and breathing.
My Pilates classes for older adults will mostly be devised around exercises that can be done sitting on a chair, or standing with the support of a chair. When people become stronger, or if people are already confident, I will also teach floor-based exercises. The classes will be particularly tailored to suit people’s individual needs.”
The class will be limited to 12 people and we need to have an idea of numbers to make a successful grant application. Please contact Rebecca on 390318 to reserve a place. This information will be available with a reply slip at the Over 60s meal this week.
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