Club sessions will take place on the lower floor of the Station Youth Centre in Western Road every Wednesday. The club is open to anyone aged 55 or over who are struggling to stay warm at home, or who are experiencing social isolation and would like to chat with others and meet new friends.
Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available, and people are encouraged to bring board games, books, jigsaw puzzles and other activities with them. Project organisers aim to invite speakers to attend some sessions and talk about various topics.
The club will be inclusive, disabled-friendly and accessible to wheelchair users and mobility scooters. Entry will be free, although a donation towards refreshments provided would be welcome.
Organisers are looking for enthusiastic people to fill volunteer roles, who will be available for some (or all) of the three-hour weekly sessions taking place on Wednesday. Duties will include welcoming guests, chatting to visitors, serving refreshments, helping with any clearing away/washing up and organising various games and activities.
Anyone interested in volunteering their time to help operate the club sessions should email cllr.annemarie.ricketts@hailsham-tc.gov.uk.