LIPS give thanks
LIPS, the association that supports Los Infiernos dogs shelter, is celebrating some good news amidst the pandemic crisis.
The shelter, which is managed by the animal welfare association Caminando Con Ellos, takes in abandoned dogs from several municipalities, including San Pedro del Pinatar, Los Álcazares, Pilar de la Horadada and Torre Pacheco.
When the state of emergency began and it temporarily had to close, the volunteers did not know how things would turn out for the dogs but the community rallied round and 55 were adopted in March.
Although this was beyond their wildest dreams, not all of them were able to travel due to
and emergencies, such as accidents, thefts, break-ins, sudden deaths and when police or medical services are involved. Emergency 24-hour helpline 96 672 37 33.
To volunteer contact one of our offices, both open Monday-Friday 10.00-13.30. San Miguel de Salinas: Calle Lope de Vega 45 Tel: 96 672 37 33
Help Desk at La Marina urb. (San Fulgencio) every Friday, 10.00-13.30, Calle Madrid 5, Tel: 673 109 096
The Hopefuls
The group meets regarding all kinds of dementias, including Alzheimer's, strokes, cardiovascular etc. on Fridays at Lui's Lounge at San Javier campsite on the Bálsicas Road at 11.30 We need more English and Spanish people. Carers and people with any dementia are always welcome. Contact Sheila Merrett on 96 818 50 08 or 667 587 187 or email: sheilacommerrett33@ gmail.com
Huntington’s Disease Association
Support for people on the Costa Blanca directly or indirectly involved with HD. the government’s lockdown restrictions and they are waiting patiently for the transport schedule to resume.
Meanwhile, LIPS has also thanked the association Cruz Azul for a donation that has enabled the shelter to castrate 48 of the dogs in their care.
Cruz Azul raises funds from its shop in San Javier, so every purchase or item donated for them to sell also benefits the dogs at Los Infiernos, as well as local families without resources who need help to cover veterinary bills for their pets.
Volunteers are not only needed at the shelter, but also at the Cruz Azul shop, which is at Avenida de la Unión, 96, and opens Monday to Saturday from 10.00 to 14.00.
If you have HD, are at risk or are a carer, talk with others who have experience. We offer mutual support in a friendly atmosphere. We meet every Friday from 14.00-16.00 at O’Brien’s Bar, El Raso, Guardamar del Segura.
For information, advice and support, call Marion Smith on 711 008 250 or email info@hda.org.es. Website www.hda.org.es
Neighbourhood Watch
We work with the PoliciaLocal and Guardia to reduce crime and increase security.
If your branch does not have a local co-ordinator please volunteer, there is very little work involved, and if you do not have a branch consider starting one with your neighbours. For information visit our website: www.nhwinspain.com
Royal Air Forces Association
Branch 1359. Meets at restaurant El Nacional, Punta Prima on the N-332 on the third Tuesday of every month at 14.30. You do not have to be an ex-member of the RAF to join this friendly association, which supports the welfare needs of the RAF family and provides a social hub for all its members, ex-RAF or otherwise.
For information about the association and its activities, please contact the chairman on 673 766 649 or welfare opfficer on 615 048 892. Website: www.rafa.org.uk/costablanca
Royal Marines Association (Costa Blanca)
Not just ex-Royal Marines but ex-Service personnel with an affinity to the Royal Marines. Full programme of social events, menus del dia and annual dinner. A friendly bunch who support other local ex-Service associations and charities. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month at 17.30 at Friends bar in Los Montesinos. Contact the Hon Sec on 692 938 664.
Samaritans in Spain
Something weighing heavily on your mind? Don’t know who to talk to? No-one seems to understand? Not sure who to trust? You talk – We Listen. We aim to help you to find a way forward. National free phone number: 900 525 100 open 24-hours a day, every day of the year, staffed by volunteer English speakers ready to listen to anyone facing emotional difficulties in total confidence.
Or come to our drop-in centre at our shop in Punta Marina shopping centre, Punta Prima, south of Torrevieja on the N332. samaritansinspain.com
Stroke Association Spain
Helping people who have suffered strokes and their carers. Offering physical and speech therapy, with two physiotherapists and two qualified nurses (one in mental health), as well as support for carers.
Meets three times a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 13.30 to 16.30 at Benijófar Centro Cultural, Calle Francsico Ribera Pérez, 7. Call Paul on 654 801 260 or see the website: www.strokeassociationspain. org