Charity (no. 1189615)
Fair Close Centre
"A friendly place for the senior citizens of West Berkshire to meet, eat and relax"
Who We Help, Why We Help & the Difference It Makes
Fair Close Centre is a vibrant social hub where over 60s meet, eat and have fun close to the centre of Newbury. Why not try our cosy free café or take advantage of the two-course Thursdays lunch offer for just £3.50 served at the table in our restaurant by wonderful volunteers! We provide a minibus transport to and from home, daily activities and entertainment and also have a hairdresser and foot care specialist and wellbeing team on site. All meals are freshly cooked and we deliver 400+ meals on wheels each week for those housebound especially during the winter months.
"I work within adult social care. I have been able to use the services of the Fair Close Centre for a large number of people for social support. I have found the centre to be a wonderful way for people to feel part of the community. The hot meal service has ensure people continue to have a good well balanced diet Monday to Friday. I know the knit and natter is popular and has a real community feel."
Our Services Are
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Get in touchWhat We Do
The centre offers a wide range of activities, catering services and transportation for those aged 65+ in a welcoming, friendly and safe environment. (Please click on the turquoise links for further details)
Lunches
We serve tasty and nutritious freshly cooked meals every weekday in our dining room.
- Morning refreshments - Tea and coffee is served in our lounge from 9:30 am
- Lunch - Our home cooked meals are served Sunday to Friday 12 noon. Our menu changes each week and is always freshly cooked and served piping hot to your door. Here is an example menu to give you an idea of what we have on offer.
Activities
A lively programme of events and activities ensures that senior citizens remain active and entertained. We have a wide range of activities on offer. From gentle exercise classes to arts and crafts and games of bingo, there is something for everyone. Click here to see a typical week's activities.
Transport
Our centre's minibus is available to collect people from their homes in the morning and return them in the afternoon.
Meals on Wheels
Why not have fresh meals delivered daily? Our Meals on Wheels service is available to housebound senior citizens. If you or an elderly member of your family cannot make it to the centre, we offer a healthy and reliable Meals on Wheels service. Our drivers deliver nourishing freshly cooked meals on wheels in and around Newbury and Thatcham 7 days a week. We can also supply frozen meals for weekends and bank holidays.
Why not ring our Meals on Wheels co-ordinators Georgie and Fiona on 01635 40488 to arrange delivery tomorrow or next week? We are happy to deal with individual dietary requirements. The cost - £6.50 for a two course meal (main dish, vegetables and dessert). Our menu changes each week and is always freshly cooked and served piping hot to your door. Here is an example menu to give you an idea of what we have on offer.
Hairdressing
We have our own dedicated hair salon that is open to all. Opening times: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm To book an appointment, please call (01635) 551808
Chiropody
Chiropody and nail services are regularly available twice a month and are held on Tuesdays or Fridays. To book an appointment, please call (01635) 40488 / 41294
Welfare
Our welfare officer Teresa is at the centre Monday to Friday to give advice and offer help with problems however big or small. If she doesn’t know the answer to a question she’ll try and find someone who does.
Our Shop
Our on site shop sells a wide variety of items including clothes, books, jewellery and more. Opening times: Tuesday - Friday 10am - 12pm
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Get in touchVolunteer
Become a volunteer
Are you looking to help your community? Why not join us as a volunteer. We are always looking for help in the centre and on our meals on wheels deliveries. You can telephone us, write to us, email us or just call in and see us: Telephone:01635 40488 or 01635 41294 E-mail: [email protected]
Alternatively you can fill in the form here.
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Membership
We offer membership for regular users of the centre which means savings on the cost of meals and in our hairdressing salon. You can telephone us, write to us, email us or just call in and see us: Telephone:01635 40488 E-mail: [email protected] Alternatively you can fill in the form here.
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