WEST CALDER UPHALL

FLU CLINIC

Clinics will be held at West Calder Medical Centre On; Tuesday 6th, Thursday 8th, Monday 19th, Tuesday 20th, Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th of October and Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd of November.

Please contact the Surgery on 01506 874300 to arrange an appointment

WEST KIRK OF CALDER & POLBETH HARWOOD CHURCH

Both Churches will re- open on Sunday September 20th following new guideline’s now in place, in line with Covid-19 restrictions. This will be on a temporary basis for now; the first and third Sunday of the month. During the current climate any further changes will be advised on both Church notice boards and our website. Due to restrictions in numbers everyone who would like to attend must pre-book your seats and families are welcome.

Everyone must wear a face mask in the Church and we are not allowed to sing. You must sanitise your hands as you enter and provide contact details for the NHS “Test and Protect” scheme.

West Kirk Service 9:45am - booking information:

Telephone: 01506 872486 (An answer machine will pick up if not at home) Text message: 07732 857777

Email: asmacrae@btinternet.com

Polbeth Harwood Service 11:15am - booking information:

Telephone: 01506 871125 (An answer machine will pick up if not at home) Text message: 07973305211

Email: marian.kinsman@btinternet. com

For all up to date information please check out our Church website: west-kirkpolbeth-harwood.co.uk for our weekly Sunday video service for all ages, and a midweek message. OR Should you not have internet you can listen to a recording of our service in the comfort of your own home by calling: 01506

286 884

AGM

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of We s t Calder Community Education SCIO will be held on Wednesday 30th September 2020 at 7pm.

In response to COVID-19 restrictions this year’s AGM will be held online using zoom. Meeting papers will be posted ASAP. For joining information please contact us at info@ westcalderhub.org

WEST CALDER MEDICAL CENTRE

all doctors and staff would like to thank their patients for their continued support and understanding during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. As you will be aware we had to quickly implement significant changes to our service for the safety of patients and staff.

We have now reached a transitional

phase, and are working hard to adapt our service so we can deal with non-urgent medical problems in a more co-ordinated way hopefully to the benefit of both doctors and patients.

Patients will be able to request a callback from a particular doctor up to 2 weeks in advance. Depending on availability, patients will be able to specify the date and either a morning or afternoon call- back. This will allow the GPs to plan their workload better, and provide patients with better continuity of care. We will keep you informed of further changes as they occur. Many thanks West Calder Medical Centre

JANET COOPER 01506 855832 JANETC13@HOTMAIL COM

The Thrift Shop – Is closed at present as is the Strathbrock Church Hall. Please do not leave any goods at the hall door

but keep them at home until the shop re-opens which will depend on easing of restrictions.

THE OPEN DOOR

From Monday 5 October, The Open Door will be open Monday to Thursday, 10.00 – 1.00pm. Soup will be available on Mondays only. Seating is limited due to social distancing restrictions.

CHRISTMAS CHARITIES COLLECTION

During the month of October, The Open Door is a collection point for the charities “Operation Christmas Child”, for ages 2 – 14; and “Blythswood” – gifts for show boxes for adults and children. Details of donatable goods are in The Open Door which is open Mondays to Thursdays, 10.00 – 1.00pm.

MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT

Due to certain restrictions because of Covid- 19, the Macmillan Coffee Morning which has normally been held in Strathbrock Parish Church Hall will

not be taking place this year. However, I would urge anyone who wishes to donate, to do so in any of the following ways – By mobile text CUPCAKE to 70550 to donate £5, online at macmillan.org.uk/coffeemorning, by phone at 0330 102 7890, post

a cheque to Macmillan Cancer Support, World’s Biggest Coffee Morning PO Box 4240, Bracknell, RG42 9QLOR through JustGiving- Macmillan Cancer Support. Let’s pray that 2021 will be different and we can enjoy the social aspect of getting together while helping to raise funds for such a good cause.

REMEMBRANCE DAY

Sunday, November 8 2020

The Remembrance group await guidelines from Royal British Legion, National Government, West Lothian Council.

The new chair is Jim Readman succeeding the late Ellen Glass.

It is proposed that this year the event be skimmed down - no parade, no band, no singing. Further details will follow as they become available

ECCLESMACHAN AND THREEMILETOWN COMMUNITY COUNCIL

As from September 29 2020 the Ecclesmachan and Threemiletown Community Council will for the meantime be meeting online.

If you are a resident and would like more information about joining a virtual meeting please send a message using the contact link at www.ecclesmachan.org. uk and your request for more details will be passed on to the Community Council.

CARERS OF WEST LOTHIAN

Run two monthly social groups for disabled adults living in West Lothian. The evening group runs on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6-7pm and the morning group, on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 10.30-11.30am.

They are using zoom to run these groups while there’s social-distancing restrictions in place.

Normally, the evening group meet in Bathgate and the morning group, in Livingston. These social groups are a great way to meet other people, have a chat and a bit of fun with an activity or two such as quizzes, music etc. For more information or to get the zoom details, get in touch on 01506 448 000 or office@ carers-westlothian.com

ACCESS2EMPLOYMENT

West Lothian Council’s employability team are here to help you find employment with one to one support via telephone or video call.

Assistance with job search, CV preparation, cover letters, job applications and supporting statements. Contact Freephone 0800 032 9768 or email access2employment@westlothian. gov.uk . To book an appointment www. westlothian.gov.uk/access2employment

SMILE

Lock down Project - Middletonhall Nursing Home is looking for local people to support the Smile Centre Community garden and donate anything in a pot. Herbs, flowers, shrubs any types of seeds for planting out also cuttings from your own garden if resources are low.

It’s to breathe colour and life and smell around the residents.

WEST LOTHIAN ART

Is a group of enthusiastic amateur artists who meet regularly to paint, draw and chat in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere on Tuesday evenings between 7pm and 9pm in Uphall Community Education Centre. Cancelled until further notice.

If you’d like to know more, please email us at Info@WestLothianArt.co.uk

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Get everything you need to know about where you live with our app or via the InYourArea.co.uk

Meets every second Tuesday, in Strathbrock Partnership 1pm-3pm in the Youth Room (enter through entrance adjacent to large blue container). This cancer support group is open to individuals touched by any type of cancer.

The group has been formed to give parents, survivors and caregivers the support and strength to move forward together. Refreshments will be provided. Cancelled until further notice. For more information call Fiona Douglas on 01506 204813

STRATHBROCK CHURCH

While the Church premises (Churches and Hall) remain closed until further notice due to the Corona virus situation, Sunday morning worship continues to be available at 10.30am (or whatever time you choose) on YouTube and Strathbrock Facebook page.