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  • Hope is... an unexpected surprise

    Hope is... an unexpected surprise

    Last Sunday we wanted to bring a little joy and brighten up a rainy day by delivering posies of flowers with Sunday lunches to vulnerable and isolated people in Exminster. Read more

  • Hope is... being there for each other

    Hope is... being there for each other

    We know that loneliness isn't just at Christmas or during a pandemic, but something people experience each day of their lives. Working together, we want to find ways to combat loneliness. Read more

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    A Statement from the Board

    Statement from Jim Masters, Chairman
    9th October 2020 Read more

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Calling all young budding creatives!

Calling all young budding creatives!

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Published: 23rd February, 2021

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Hope is... an unexpected surprise

Hope is... an unexpected surprise

Last Sunday we wanted to bring a little joy and brighten up a rainy day by delivering posies of flowers with Sunday lunches to vulnerable and isolated people in Exminster. Read more

Published: 3rd February, 2021

Updated: 4th February, 2021

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Hope is... being there for each other

Hope is... being there for each other

We know that loneliness isn't just at Christmas or during a pandemic, but something people experience each day of their lives. Working together, we want to find ways to combat loneliness. Read more

Published: 27th January, 2021

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Westbank's Community Allotment

Westbank's Community Allotment

Nestled on top of the hill at Barnfield with sweeping views across the whole of Crediton, lies Westbank’s Community Allotment. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Westbank welcoming people back

Westbank welcoming people back

Following lockdown, staff and volunteers were keen to welcome people back to our social activities.
November 2020 Read more

Published: 1st December, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Westbank Response to COVID-19

Westbank Response to COVID-19

Our amazing staff team and volunteers ensured people within the community received the help they needed throughout this pandemic.
November 2020 Read more

Published: 1st December, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Devon Carers is recognised nationally

Devon Carers is recognised nationally

Devon Carers Hospital Service
“It’s already a winner,” says lead councillor
18th November 2020 Read more

Published: 12th November, 2020

Updated: 19th November, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Neighbourhood Friends are truly extraordinary people

Neighbourhood Friends are truly extraordinary people

RD&E present Westbank Neighbourhood Friends with a Special Recognition Award, October 2020 Read more

Published: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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New fund to help carers take a break

New fund to help carers take a break

Carers are missing out on things that most people take for granted. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2020

Updated: 11th December, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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A Statement from the Board

A Statement from the Board

Statement from Jim Masters, Chairman
9th October 2020 Read more

Published: 9th October, 2020

Updated: 2nd November, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Westbank colleague walks the extra mile for Dementia

Westbank colleague walks the extra mile for Dementia

My name is Kerry, and on Sunday 4th October, l had the privilege of participating in the virtual 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon. Read more

Published: 8th October, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Statement from Jim Masters, Chairman

Statement from Jim Masters, Chairman

Statement from Jim Masters, Chairman Read more

Published: 8th October, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Memory Cafe Sunday Afternoon Tea Party

Memory Cafe Sunday Afternoon Tea Party

Memory Cafe Sunday Afternoon Tea Party
August 2020 Read more

Published: 3rd September, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Thank you Waitrose Customers

Thank you Waitrose Customers

Thank you to all the staff and customers at Waitrose in Sidmouth for their generous donation. Read more

Published: 2nd September, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Global's 'Make Some Noise' campaign

Global's 'Make Some Noise' campaign

Thank you Global listeners for raising money to support more people in our community Read more

Published: 25th August, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Thank you Community Supporter Volunteers

On behalf of everyone at Westbank, we would like to thank all our Community Supporter Volunteers who have offered to help people living in the Exminster, Kenton, Powderham, Kenn, Starcross and Mamhead areas who are following Government Covid19 guidelines by staying at home. Read more

Published: 29th April, 2020

Updated: 21st October, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Coronavirus information for Westbank services and activities

Coronavirus information for Westbank services and activities

The Department of Health and Social Care, Public Health England are providing the most up to date information on the coronavirus which we are following to ensure the health and wellbeing of all services users, volunteers and staff. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Chatty Bus Launches in Exeter

Chatty Bus Launches in Exeter

Stagecoach South West and Westbank Community Health and Care encourage passengers to start chatting Read more

Published: 10th February, 2020

Updated: 7th May, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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    Hope is... being there for each other

    We know that loneliness isn't just at Christmas or during a pandemic, but something people experience each day of their lives. Working together, we want to find ways to combat loneliness.

  • Neighbourhood Friends are truly extraordinary people

    Neighbourhood Friends are truly extraordinary people

    RD&E present Westbank Neighbourhood Friends with a Special Recognition Award, October 2020

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