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Changes to cancer support during the coronavirus (covid-19) pandemic

by Ferndown Business NetworkMarch 30, 2020Leave a comment

We’ve announced a number of immediate changes to our support services in response to the coronavirus pandemic. We’re working hard to introduce new services so we can continue to be there for as many people as we can who need support.

With immediate effect:

Our four support centres in Chandler’s Ford, Bournemouth, Hythe (Waterside) and Newport, Isle of Wight, will close for drop ins on Friday 20 March
All support groups have been paused, including MENTalk and the Sing for Life choirs
Patient transport on our Daisy Buses for people arriving from the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands for hospital treatment at Southampton General Hospital and Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, will keep running with increased precautions

We’ve set up a Facebook group for anyone who needs support. You can request to join here. We’re also in the process of introducing online and telephone support for anyone living with cancer. This will include videos and helpful advice, online streaming of classes and meditation and telephone counselling. We’ll release more information as soon as these services become available.

We’ve also halved the price of our ‘This Is Me’ journal which has been designed to help you find a way through cancer that works for you personally. Copies are now £7.50 and can be ordered here.

Cait Allen, our CEO, says:

If you have cancer you might be particularly worried about how coronavirus affects you. The most important thing is to follow the advice of your healthcare team. Because people with cancer may be at a higher risk of infection, we’re going to be constantly reviewing and evolving our services to protect the people who rely on us for support, whilst still being there for them as much as we can. It’s understandable that if you’ve got cancer you might be feeling particularly anxious at this time and we’re going to be introducing a number of new things in the coming days and weeks to ensure as many people as possible continue to get help.

Regular updates will be on our website.

Please follow official Government and NHS sites for the latest official advice about coronavirus.

A treat for your lips

by Ferndown Business NetworkFebruary 18, 2020Leave a comment

Here’s one product we wanted to matchmake specifically with you – yes, YOU – because we think it’s bound to be love at first sight. We’re talking, of course, about Aloe Lips – our rich and nourishing lip balm, great for protecting lips all-year round. Why do we think it’s such be a good match, you ask? Just take a look at its ingredients…

Aloe Vera

As with most of our products, the key ingredient in Aloe Lips is our own-grown Aloe Barbadensis Miller leaf extract. Aloe has many properties which make it ideally placed in a lip balm. As well as having a high water content, which makes it nice and moisturising to help soothe and soften lips, Aloe Vera is also naturally cooling, which can help to relieve painful chapped lips.

Jojoba

During the winter months, the cold can make our lips dry, cracked, sore and in desperate need of moisture. In the summer, unprotected lips are at risk of sunburn, which dries out the skin and lips and can leave them peeling and flaky.

The hydrating properties of jojoba can help to prevent skin flaking and help to deliver moisture, making Aloe Lips a treat come rain or shine.

Wax

Wax is often used in skin-softening treatments due to the way it helps to smooth. It also works as a barrier between the skin and other contaminants. Aloe Lips contains several different kinds of wax to provide maximum luxury, including beeswax – a natural skin protectant which soothes and hydrates without clogging pores.

But you don’t need to take our word for it! Good Housekeeping recently reviewed our Aloe Lips and it seems they share our love for this pocket-sized wonder! Their expert testers loved the flavour and the fact that the condition of their lips “improved within two to three days”.

Whether you’re off out, staying in and cuddling, or celebrating with your friends rather than a romantic partner, your lips could always use a little more love, so don’t forget to keep your Aloe Lips close by. (Code 022 Price £3.07)

Don’t forget that these products are available via Ferndown Business Network member ’Dr Peter’s’ online shop (www.wessex-aloe.com) or by calling him on 07947 685785.

Christmas Party 2019 🍾

by Ferndown Business NetworkDecember 17, 2019December 17, 2019Leave a comment

Thanks to Bournemouth Chamber of Trade & Commerce for organising last week’s brilliant Christmas Party at The Cumberland Hotel. A fantastic night was had by all the Ferndown Business Network members. We are already looking forward to next year’s celebrations.

Not only was it a great party but the event also raised £1,158 for Ferndown Business Network member Wessex Cancer Trust. ❤️