We had another brilliant Reconnect through Music session in Fleur-de-Lys today, with our extra-talented members belting out 27 different songs! The singing, dancing, and smiles were a joy to see. Once again, we welcomed a few new faces, and everyone enjoyed a tasty buffet prepared by Cheryl and Zoe.
Thanks to everyone who came (and helped to tidy up afterwards), and a special thank you to Ffion for doing the register and collecting the contributions for teas and coffees. We can’t wait to see you all in a fortnight’s time, same time, same place, when once again our members will blow the roof off the place!
Massive THANK YOU to everyone who helped our Reconnect through Cookery session go ahead on Friday while some of us were busy filming! We made it back just in time to enjoy the delicious food.
Our amazing members prepared a healthy salad to go with a yummy sausage pasta bake, topped with cheddar cheese . We also had a fun quiz & bingo session! We welcomed a few new faces and dished up 64 portions – WOW!
A week Friday, we’ll be making pizza, chosen by our lovely member Kirsty – we can’t wait! See you all Wednesday for music!
On Friday we talked about OUR LIVES – what we enjoy, what we need, and how to make things better!
WORK & ACTIVITIES “I like working with adults with learning disabilities.” “I enjoy People First and seeing my friends.” “I love plane spotting with my outreach worker.” “I need more activities.” “I like going shopping.”
SUPPORT Some members prefer female staff. “I don’t need support all the time, but I need more help with my mental health.”
COMMUNITY “I want to feel safe.” “We need more opportunities.” “More exercise classes that are easy for me to do.” “I want more people to talk to me and accept me.”
HOME “Sometimes, staff are not nice.” “I sometimes feel lonely.” “I like my own room and space.” “I love my dogs, my family, and nice food.” “I enjoy going to respite.”
HEALTH “I don’t like having a bad belly, and I can’t eat the foods I enjoy because of allergies.” “Staff help me understand my health.” “I like walking with my support worker.” “Doctors take too long to answer the phone.” “I like walking to keep fit and listening to music.” “I need longer doctors’ appointments.”
This is ‘My Beautiful Life’, a way for us to share what makes us happy and what support we need. Thank you to everyone for sharing – your voices matter!
We had a fantastic turnout at Friday’s Reconnect Through Cookery session! Everyone enjoyed tasty chicken burgers with fries, and our members prepared a fresh and healthy side salad.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped out in the kitchen, and to Sarah & Hayley for sorting the register and raffle. Big shoutout to Gethin & Taylor for hosting a fun St. David’s Day Quiz – great job, both of you! Thanks, everyone, for another amazing session!
Important Update:
This week is music session only on Wednesday (5th March) Cookery resumes the following Friday (14th March) From March 5th onwards, sessions will alternate weekly.
Thanks to the incredible support from the Arts Council of Wales, we hosted a spectacular evening last night with Circo Rum Ba Ba’s ‘The Snow Queen’s Magnificent Christmas Message’ at Bargoed Community Centre. And wow, what a night it was!
What is Noson Allan? Noson Allan is all about bringing our community together for unique, joyful events that spread laughter, creativity, and connection. It’s a celebration of art, culture, and togetherness – and last night was no exception!
Circo Rum Ba Ba delivered an unforgettable performance with their dazzling cast. With 69 attendees and 7 amazing volunteers, the show was a massive hit! The cast interacted with the audience, sparking laughter, smiles, and festive cheer throughout the hall.
A huge shoutout to:
Amy and Cheryl, who served up delicious hot chocolate and snacks to keep everyone warm and cosy. Kyle Richards, who spent the entire day at the venue, setting up props and ensuring everything ran smoothly – and even entertained us during the show! Local care home staff, who went above and beyond to transport clients safely on a cold, dark evening. Your care and dedication are truly appreciated. The children who took part and added extra magic to the evening!
Thank you to everyone who made the night special. The laughter, smiles, and festive spirit filled the air – and we couldn’t have done it without all of you. Let’s hope we can do it all again next year!
Merry Christmas from Caerphilly People First and The Parent Network!
