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Receiving a diagnosis of dementia comes with a multitude of emotions; devastation, fear, shock, panic and bemusement. But sometimes it can be a sense of relief and hope!! Yes, relief and hope. Please bear with me. Fear is often caused by the unknown, uncertainty of what lies ahead and having to face up to a future that wasn’t planned for. My column is here to offer hope and comfort by helping you understand what is happening to your loved one…
Charity for everyday walking, Living Streets Cymru will be giving evidence on Wednesday (20 January) at the Business and Enterprise Committee, calling on the Welsh Government to do more to promote active travel. Points for debate include Welsh Government leadership on active travel, a lack of promotion of active travel in workplaces and community groups and the need for active travel targets. Rachel Maycock, Living Streets Wales Manager says: “The passing of the first Active Travel Act in Wales 2013…
Shrek The Musical Opening Nights for any musicals are always special, so it was with a sense of excitement and anticipation that we took the children to see the opening night of Shrek The Musical at the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff Bay. It was the first time we’d taken them to see a musical at this venue so wasn’t sure what to expect regarding where our seats would be. Well we needn`t have worried as our seats were fantastic,…
I took the family to see Cinderella last year and as the cast was virtually the same this year, I couldn’t wait to return to the New Theatre. The pantomime commenced with every Dad’s favourite Linda Lusardi appearing as Spirit of the Ring. She looked ever so glamorous, I could do with a few tips to look that good. Aladdin’s brother Wishee Washee, played by Andy Jones, was ever so funny, he’s perfect for pantomime. My children were laughing…
Christmas is supposed to be a joyous occasion for all. However, Carewatch Cardiff says it can be a stressful and lonely time of year for people living with dementia, with many feeling isolated, unable to join in with the festivities or left off the family guest list due to the fear and stigma surrounding the condition. Creating a dementia friendly environment around the home and in the community can make a huge difference to families, friends and their loved ones…
Mum, Dad, Holly and Zak are so excited when it starts snowing. Rushing outside, they build a snowman, complete with button eyes, a carrot nose, and stones for a mouth. On Christmas Eve, the children are woken by a blinding light in the back garden. Another snowman stands in place of theirs – and he’s alive! Holly and Zak are taken on an adventure to Lapland, but everything is not quite right. Winnie the witch is furious, and is about…
Mum, Dad, Holly and Zak are so excited when it starts snowing. Rushing outside, they build a snowman, complete with button eyes, a carrot nose, and stones for a mouth. On Christmas Eve, the children are woken by a blinding light in the back garden. Another snowman stands in place of theirs – and he’s alive! Holly and Zak are taken on an adventure to Lapland, but everything is not quite right. Winnie the witch is furious, and is about…
Swan Lake St David’s Hall Tuesday 29 December – Sunday 3 January (excluding 1 January) 2pm, 5.30pm & 7pm If you’ve never experienced the mesmerising magic of a ballet before, then Swan Lake is definitely the one to see at St David’s Hall! This captivating ballet comes to the National Concert Hall of Wales for eight performances from Tuesday 29 December – Sunday 3 January at 2pm, 5.30pm and 7pm (excluding Friday 1 January). …
The Snow Maiden The UK Premiere from The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia! St David’s Hall Saturday 19 – Monday 21 December 2pm & 5.30pm ST DAVID’S HALL has got the festive season all wrapped up this Christmas with the sensational UK premiere of The Snow Maiden from the acclaimed Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia! The world renowned classical ballet company has never staged this show before, and this brand new production is…
The Nutcracker St David’s Hall Tuesday 22 – Monday 28 December (excluding 25 & 26 December) 2pm, 5.30pm & 7pm CHRISTMAS is the most magical time of the year, so it’s fitting that the ultimate festive ballet The Nutcracker is coming to St David’s Hall! From the world-renowned Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia, this spellbinding production is at the National Concert Hall of Wales for nine sensational performances from Tuesday 22 December – Monday…
