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The Kingfisher Trust is a local independent registered charity established in 1984, covering primarily, Overton, Whitchurch, St Mary Bourne and surrounding areas of North Hampshire. It provides personalised care, re-enablement, and social interaction for older people of all abilities, as well as much deserved respite for their carers.

The Kingfisher Day Centre is based at the former Portals Sports and Social Club in Laverstoke. This venue has recently been completely refurbished and commissioned for the use of the day centre.
We cater for older frail and/or disabled and/or mentally frail clients. Clients may be self funded or funded by Local Authorities. Potential clients will be assessed for their suitability by the day centre manager.

The Trust consists of representatives of local charities, caring organisations and local authorities who elect an Executive Committee annually which meets regularly to implement the policies and oversee the running of the day centre.

	Mini bus: Collection and delivery is provided in our area, and alternative transport can be arranged for out of area clients
	Meals: Light refreshments are provided in the morning, a freshly prepared 2 course lunch and afternoon tea are provided for a modest cost. Diabetic, coeliac, low fat, low cholesterol, high carbohydrate and vegetarian diets are all catered for, other diets can be accommodated as and when requested
	Activities: Activities on offer may include - Quizzes, bingo, in-house entertainers, exercises that encourage mobility, reminiscence therapy, art projects and board and card games, dominoes, Scrabble, along with many group and individual therapies. A hairdresser visits the centre by appointment
	Outings: Garden centres, restaurants, seasides, museums etc. provide new experiences and stimulation on a regular basis
	Disability: The building has full disabled access to all areas. The toilets and showers are easily accessible with hand rails to maximise client independence
	Personal care: Shower facilities to help with personal hygiene and rehabilitation are available. Incontinence care, general weight and blood sugar monitoring, minor dressings and other treatments are undertaken as directed by medical professionals. We aim to promote independent living re-enablement, advocacy, empowerment and confidence
	What we expect from our clients: To ensure the smooth running of the centre, we would ask that the following rules are accepted
	Contact us: Contact details for the Kingfisher Day Centre
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July 2012