One of Rotherfield St Martin’s objectives is to make our village “dementia friendly” so that those living with dementia and their carers feel comfortable, welcomed and accepted. Well over 100 local residents and businesses have attended a dementia friends session at RSM. Virtual Dementia Bus Visit We were delighted to welcome the Virtual Dementia Bus … Read more
RSM Manager, Vicky Cheeseman was pleased to join a panel of speakers alongside representatives from Hastings Voluntary Action and the Down’s Syndrome Development Trust at a Tackling Poverty discussion event held at the Hastings Museum last week The event was opened by the Lord-Lieutenant of East Sussex and brought together front line workers from key … Read more
Our new “Walk & Talk” group met on Monday 29th April for their first guided walk of the season and finally the sun came out! If you would enjoy a couple of hours walking in the fresh air and are pretty fit please get in touch with us on 01892 853021. Next Dates: Wed 29th … Read more
Nus Ghani MP joined our Time to Talk group on Friday 26th April to learn more about being an unpaid carer in Wealden. Members of the group highlighted the issues they face and called for action for early dementia diagnosis and recognition of dementia being a health care issue with a clear pathway, rather than … Read more
The idea of a community garden, where older folk can share their knowledge with volunteers and come together to grow fruit and vegetables is wonderful. So, we were delighted, when in 2023, thanks to a local neighbour, we were given the opportunity to secure a plot for the RSM Kitchen Garden and bring our dreams … Read more
The wonderful Knitters & Natterers have taken to “Yarn Bombing” for the first time with this wonderful creation to celebrate Valentines Day! It can be seen in all its glory outside the Rotherfield Stores. The ladies enjoyed creating this piece so much that we’re told more will follow so keep your eyes peeled!
On Sunday 3rd Dec 23 the Kings Arms public house in Rotherfield hosted a quiz night for RSM. Our host and landlord, Chris , baffled the packed pub with Christmas themed questions! Following the quiz, RSM held a drinks raffle. Thanks to the large number of donations received, almost every table had at least one … Read more
Every year RSM holds a BIG GIVE CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN to raise extra money for special projects that are close to our hearts. This year we are raising money to run a monthly “Happiness In Movement” session at our Monday meetings through 2024. The feedback following our trial session in July was very positive, when members … Read more
RSM Knitters & Natterers meet every fortnight knitting squares which are eventually sewn together to make blankets, which can be a very welcome gift for those who may be unwell or have reduced mobility and feel chilly. This week the Knitters & Natterers were pleased to be able to give some 20 blankets to two … Read more
We were delighted and proud to win a 3VA award – “Celebrating Communities 2023” this week. The award was given in recognition of our work in supporting older people, and for providing support and friendship to the wider community particularly in setting up the Ukrainian Hub and Feed It Back table Receiving the award on … Read more