FiSH usually arranges a variety of activities on a weekly basis, all with the aim of combating loneliness and enabling elderly people to maintain their independence for as long as possible. Many of these are currently on hold due to the COVID pandemic, however please see below for further details of activities that are are ongoing.
Befriending
FiSH offers a one-to–one befriending scheme for people who, for whatever reason, may be feeling lonely or isolated. Both face-to-face visiting and telephone befriending are offered depending on individual requirements. People requiring befriending are often referred to us by GPs, social services and other care organisations, whilst others approach us directly asking if we can help them. For further details call 020 8878 8100.
At the current time we are unable to visit people in their homes and befriending is mainly being done by telephone.
FiSH offers a one-to–one befriending scheme for people who, for whatever reason, may be feeling lonely or isolated. Both face-to-face visiting and telephone befriending are offered depending on individual requirements. People requiring befriending are often referred to us by GPs, social services and other care organisations, whilst others approach us directly asking if we can help them. For further details call 020 8878 8100.
At the current time we are unable to visit people in their homes and befriending is mainly being done by telephone.
Door to Door Shopping
FiSH provides a door-to-door supermarket shopping service using accessible transport. Trips are taken to Sainsbury’s in Richmond. Shoppers go on a regular bi-weekly basis on Tuesdays and a waiting list is in operation.
We currently have vacancies on our shopping rotas. Please call 020 8876 3765 if you, or someone you know, would be interested in using this service.
FiSH provides a door-to-door supermarket shopping service using accessible transport. Trips are taken to Sainsbury’s in Richmond. Shoppers go on a regular bi-weekly basis on Tuesdays and a waiting list is in operation.
We currently have vacancies on our shopping rotas. Please call 020 8876 3765 if you, or someone you know, would be interested in using this service.
Helpline
We all need a little help from time to time, whatever our age. We may find ourselves confined to home as a result of illness or injury, or because we are caring for family members. At such times, it can be difficult to get out to the shops… or to collect a prescription… or to get to the hospital for an outpatient appointment. For the elderly or frail, these things can be especially difficult as can a host of other practical tasks. Throughout lockdown we are have been particularly busy providing a shopping service for FiSH members and other vulnerable members of the community.
The FiSH Helpline is open Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 1:00pm and the service is available to all FiSH members by calling 020 8876 3414.
We all need a little help from time to time, whatever our age. We may find ourselves confined to home as a result of illness or injury, or because we are caring for family members. At such times, it can be difficult to get out to the shops… or to collect a prescription… or to get to the hospital for an outpatient appointment. For the elderly or frail, these things can be especially difficult as can a host of other practical tasks. Throughout lockdown we are have been particularly busy providing a shopping service for FiSH members and other vulnerable members of the community.
The FiSH Helpline is open Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 1:00pm and the service is available to all FiSH members by calling 020 8876 3414.
MeetUpMondays
MeetUpMondays initially began in Wimbledon, took off in Suffolk and is now spreading across the country. It’s a great way to start the week, a chance for neighbours to get together in a community space, have a FREE cup of tea or coffee, a few nibbles and some good conversation whilst making new friends. FiSH is partnering with The Hare and Hounds pub, who host MeetUpMondays in East Sheen on Mondays, 11:00-13:00 each week. We are grateful to Sceon & Berne for kindly sponsoring the event. Do you live alone? Are you a Carer? Unemployed? Recently retired? Do you work from home? Widowed? Has life suddenly gone pear shaped for you? Do you just like meeting people and having a chat? If so, come and join us at The Hare and Hounds on Monday mornings. Everyone welcome! Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
When the weather permits we are currently meeting outside in the pub's garden, but when cold and wet we meet inside in multiple small groups of six. There is plenty of space for social distancing. NB. We are required to take contact details for all who attend to fulfil the requirements of Test and Trace.
MeetUpMondays initially began in Wimbledon, took off in Suffolk and is now spreading across the country. It’s a great way to start the week, a chance for neighbours to get together in a community space, have a FREE cup of tea or coffee, a few nibbles and some good conversation whilst making new friends. FiSH is partnering with The Hare and Hounds pub, who host MeetUpMondays in East Sheen on Mondays, 11:00-13:00 each week. We are grateful to Sceon & Berne for kindly sponsoring the event. Do you live alone? Are you a Carer? Unemployed? Recently retired? Do you work from home? Widowed? Has life suddenly gone pear shaped for you? Do you just like meeting people and having a chat? If so, come and join us at The Hare and Hounds on Monday mornings. Everyone welcome! Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
When the weather permits we are currently meeting outside in the pub's garden, but when cold and wet we meet inside in multiple small groups of six. There is plenty of space for social distancing. NB. We are required to take contact details for all who attend to fulfil the requirements of Test and Trace.
Minibus Hire
Did you know that you can hire a minibus and driver from FiSH? Call Deborah on 020 8876 3765 for further details.
Did you know that you can hire a minibus and driver from FiSH? Call Deborah on 020 8876 3765 for further details.
Outings
FiSH Outings are open to all members and are usually run on a ballot basis. Door to door transport can be arranged. Please call 020 8876 3765 for details.
At the current time, we can only take a maximum of four passenger, one escort and one driver on our buses to ensure social distancing and we are making every attempt to allocate places fairly.
FiSH Outings are open to all members and are usually run on a ballot basis. Door to door transport can be arranged. Please call 020 8876 3765 for details.
At the current time, we can only take a maximum of four passenger, one escort and one driver on our buses to ensure social distancing and we are making every attempt to allocate places fairly.
Parkinson's Group
The FiSH Parkinson's Group meets monthly for a pub lunch. It is open to anyone living with Parkinson's. Door to door transport can be arranged by calling 020 8876 3336.
At the current time, tables for up to six are arranged. Booking is essential.
The FiSH Parkinson's Group meets monthly for a pub lunch. It is open to anyone living with Parkinson's. Door to door transport can be arranged by calling 020 8876 3336.
At the current time, tables for up to six are arranged. Booking is essential.
StarFiSH Dance Class
Dance has been proved to be excellent exercise for those with Parkinson's, dementia or anyone who wants to keep fit. Friday morning dance classes inspired by Ballet Rambert are facilitated by a professional animateur. Call 020 8876 3335/6 for details.
At the current time classes are being carried out online via Zoom.
Dance has been proved to be excellent exercise for those with Parkinson's, dementia or anyone who wants to keep fit. Friday morning dance classes inspired by Ballet Rambert are facilitated by a professional animateur. Call 020 8876 3335/6 for details.
At the current time classes are being carried out online via Zoom.
Wednesday Walkers
Our Wednesday Walkers group was originally begun as a way for our volunteers to keep fit and the walks are now enjoyed by voluteers, members and their dogs! The walks usually take place on the third Wednesday of the month and start at Sheen Gate in Richmond Park. If you would like to stretch your legs in the good company of a group why not join the next walk? Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
At the current time a maximium of six walkers can be accommodated and booking is essential.
Our Wednesday Walkers group was originally begun as a way for our volunteers to keep fit and the walks are now enjoyed by voluteers, members and their dogs! The walks usually take place on the third Wednesday of the month and start at Sheen Gate in Richmond Park. If you would like to stretch your legs in the good company of a group why not join the next walk? Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
At the current time a maximium of six walkers can be accommodated and booking is essential.
Wheelchair Hire
FiSH maintains a small stock of wheelchairs which are available for hire. Maybe you have an elderly relative coming to stay – or maybe someone you know has temporary mobility problems after an accident. If short-term loan of a wheelchair would help to make life easier, please call 020 8876 3336. We usually charge a £25 returnable deposit and ask for a minimum donation of £1 per day.
FiSH maintains a small stock of wheelchairs which are available for hire. Maybe you have an elderly relative coming to stay – or maybe someone you know has temporary mobility problems after an accident. If short-term loan of a wheelchair would help to make life easier, please call 020 8876 3336. We usually charge a £25 returnable deposit and ask for a minimum donation of £1 per day.
The activities below are currently on hold due to the pandemic. It is our intention to restart them as soon as it is safe to do so.
FiSH Bridge
The FiSH Bridge is one of our longest running and most popular activities. The group meets at Barnes Green Centre on a bi-weekly basis on Thursday afternoons from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. New members are welcome, but it should be noted that this is not a group for beginners. Call 020 8876 3336 for further information.
Currently on hold.
The FiSH Bridge is one of our longest running and most popular activities. The group meets at Barnes Green Centre on a bi-weekly basis on Thursday afternoons from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. New members are welcome, but it should be noted that this is not a group for beginners. Call 020 8876 3336 for further information.
Currently on hold.
Coffee Corner
Do you need someone to talk to? Do you need someone who will listen? The FiSH Coffee Corner provides the opportunity for a cup of tea or coffee and either a confidential chat with a volunteer who has been trained to listen or just good company. The Coffee Corner meets in the Sheen Lane Centre (just inside the big doors outside the library) on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30am – 12:30pm. You don’t need to make an appointment. Just drop in! For more information about the Coffee Corner ring 020 8876 3336.
Currently on hold.
Do you need someone to talk to? Do you need someone who will listen? The FiSH Coffee Corner provides the opportunity for a cup of tea or coffee and either a confidential chat with a volunteer who has been trained to listen or just good company. The Coffee Corner meets in the Sheen Lane Centre (just inside the big doors outside the library) on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30am – 12:30pm. You don’t need to make an appointment. Just drop in! For more information about the Coffee Corner ring 020 8876 3336.
Currently on hold.
Exercise Class
Chair-based exercise class facilitated by Victoria Hutton. Each 45-minute sessions is designed to improve strength and balance, especially aiding the muscles used in everyday activity. The exercises are performed from the comfort of a chair and at a pace that suits the participants.
3:00pm, Sheen Lane Health Centre. £4
Currently on hold.
Chair-based exercise class facilitated by Victoria Hutton. Each 45-minute sessions is designed to improve strength and balance, especially aiding the muscles used in everyday activity. The exercises are performed from the comfort of a chair and at a pace that suits the participants.
3:00pm, Sheen Lane Health Centre. £4
Currently on hold.
Lunch Clubs
FiSH arranges monthly Lunch Clubs in Barnes and East Sheen. A two-course home-cooked meal, followed by tea or coffee, is prepared by volunteers K, Penny and Diane for the princely sum of £5. Many of life’s best conversations are held around the dinner table and for those who usually eat alone, sitting with new friends, eating, chatting and laughing is something of a treat. If you would like to attend one of the lunches, call Linda on 020 8876 3336 to book.
Currently on hold.
FiSH arranges monthly Lunch Clubs in Barnes and East Sheen. A two-course home-cooked meal, followed by tea or coffee, is prepared by volunteers K, Penny and Diane for the princely sum of £5. Many of life’s best conversations are held around the dinner table and for those who usually eat alone, sitting with new friends, eating, chatting and laughing is something of a treat. If you would like to attend one of the lunches, call Linda on 020 8876 3336 to book.
Currently on hold.
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Lunchtime Concerts
FiSH Lunchtime Concerts are open to all. A simple lunch of soup, bread, cheese and fruit is served during the concert and the venue alternates between St Michael's Barnes and Barnes Green Centre. A donation of £5.00 is appreciated to help cover costs. It is helpful if non-members of FiSH book in advance (020 8876 3765) to assist with catering arrangements. Door to door transport for FiSH members can be arranged by calling 020 8876 3765. Currently on hold. |
Picassos in the Park
FiSH Neighbourhood Care is working with Picassos in the Park to deliver art therapy workshops which are open to people living with early stage dementia and their carers. Classes offer participants a chance to be creative together. To find out more or book a place, please call 020 8878 8100.
Currently on hold.
FiSH Neighbourhood Care is working with Picassos in the Park to deliver art therapy workshops which are open to people living with early stage dementia and their carers. Classes offer participants a chance to be creative together. To find out more or book a place, please call 020 8878 8100.
Currently on hold.
Retro Clubs
The Retro Café is run by FiSH in association with the Alzheimer’s Society. It currently meets weekly in Barnes and twice-monthly in East Sheen and is aimed at those with memory problems and mild dementia. For further details please call 020 8878 8100.
Currently on hold.
The Retro Café is run by FiSH in association with the Alzheimer’s Society. It currently meets weekly in Barnes and twice-monthly in East Sheen and is aimed at those with memory problems and mild dementia. For further details please call 020 8878 8100.
Currently on hold.
Singing Scales ... the FiSH Choir
If you enjoy making music, the FiSH Choir could be for you! Singing is good for health and well-being as it can improve your breathing and mood. It’s also an opportunity to meet others and have fun. New members are very welcome and the only requirement is enthusiasm. We particularly need more male voices. The Choir rehearse twice a month on Monday afternoons at Barnes Baptist Church from 2:00pm–3:00pm. For further information please call 020 8876 3336. Currently on hold. |
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Tuesday Talks
Talks are held every Tuesday at Barnes Green Centre from 11:00am – 11:45am. Coffee is available from 10:30am and the talks cover a wide variety of interests. Transport can be arranged for FiSH members by calling 020 8876 3765.
Currently on hold.
Talks are held every Tuesday at Barnes Green Centre from 11:00am – 11:45am. Coffee is available from 10:30am and the talks cover a wide variety of interests. Transport can be arranged for FiSH members by calling 020 8876 3765.
Currently on hold.
