Tuesday, 3 February 2015

Monday Club

19 attended the club on Monday where they were informed about the local Citizens Advice Bureau.

Davina Brooks from Dumfries and Galloway Citizen Advice Service (DAGCAS) gave a historical talk about the service and what is on offer. The service is now based in Stranraer, but has offices for appointments in Newton Stewart, Whithorn and Wigtown. the services offered in these areas is below:

Newton Stewart Outreach

Opening hours

Monday
10.00 - 13.00 (General Advice)
Wednesday
09.00 - 12.00 (Debt Advice) and 12.30 - 15.30 (Housing advice)

Location: Macmillan Hall, Dashwood Road, Newton Stewart DG8 6EQ


Whithorn Outreach

Opening hours

Tuesday
10.00 - 13.00

Location: South Machars Community Centre, Castlehill, Whithorn DG8 8PN


Wigtown Outreach

Opening hours

Monday
10.00 - 12.30

Location: Machars Action Office, 26 South Main Street, Wigtown DG8 9EH

All of these need appointments which can be booked by phoning 0300 303 4321 and asking for the Stranraer office.

The meeting ended with some gentle exercise with Pam, slightly different this week, with some new movements for arms and shoulders. Much enjoyed by all.

Next meeting is 16th Feb where the group will be having a Cooking Demo with Dave.


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