< Previous128-132:Layout 1 3/6/14 15:03 Page 3Andy StonesWilliam Farr School, WeltonHow long have you been headteacher?I have been a headteacher for three years nowbut have been involved in senior management ofschools for the last decade.What would you say are the most important things about your school?We are immensely proud of the powerful sense of community that exists at WilliamFarr. The staff, the students and the parents share a strong spirit of compassion,understanding, honestly and teamwork which you can sense when you step throughthe door. Our vision is to ensure we provide the atmosphere in which all pupils achievetheir full potential – not just academically, but artistically and creatively. We placestrong emphasis on our school’s charity work and ensure all in the school understandtheir responsibilities as a force for good in the community we work and live.How can we find out more?If you want to find out more, you can visit our website at www.williamfarr.lincs.sch.ukor call us on 01673 866900 and arrange to come and see us.Pete RoeHead of Sixth Form, Lincoln Castle AcademyHow long have you been head of sixth form?I’ve been in the post for 18 months now and Ialso teach history at the academy.What do you think are the most importantthings about the sixth form at LCA?The most important thing is the dedicated support the students receive from thesixth form team and the fact we offer a broad range of traditional academic subjectsand vocational courses, as well as a unique approach to work-based learning. Thevariety of pathways available to students means we are a socially inclusive and trulycomprehensive sixth form. We also have an excellent rate of students progressing touniversity with 100% of students applying taking up their places in higher education.How can we find out more about LCA’s sixth form?Take a look at www.lincolncastleacademy.co.uk for more details about our sixthform or contact me on 01522 529203 for a chat or to arrange a visit. Alternativelyyou can email me at pr@lincolncastleacademy.co.uk.Nicola WilliamsThe Vale Academy, BriggI was delighted to be appointed Principal of The ValeAcademy in January. Having worked at the academy forfifteen years, I have seen it grow and flourish and thishas provided me with an excellent legacy on which tobuild.This really is an exciting time for The Vale. We have anew build on the horizon and plans are currently beingdrawn up to begin building next year, enhancing ourcurrent provision further still. Alongside our talented staff and students, we are verywell supported by parents and carers, our governors and sponsor SPTA.A particular strength of The Vale Academy is that we know our students extremelywell and have a strong sense of community. We have an excellent tradition ofacademic achievement based on the high expectations we have of all students. Therigour we expect in the classroom is balanced by the many extra-curricular activitieswe offer which I believe really help to instil a passion for learning as well as nurturingindividual talents.For more information, call 01652 652908 or visit www.valeacademy.org.uk.Chris WallsGiles Academy, Church End, Old Leake, BostonHow long have you been headteacher?Currently I am the longest serving Secondary Head inLincolnshire – the Father of schools! During these 22years, my colleagues and I have supported other schools,as well as developing Giles from four hundred to athousand pupils!What would you say are the most important things about your academy ?We have the best teachers we have ever had. Most students achieve the Duke ofEdinburgh Award, play chess and nine hundred go swimming every week in our 25mpool. While it’s important in developing these leadership skills, Giles is also in the top25% of all schools nationally for student achievement and progress.How can we find out more?Regular tours are available as well as specialist transition staff for discussions. Call uson 01205 870693, email admin@gilesacademy.co.uk or visit www.gilesacademy.co.uk.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY131EDUCATIONFor further details telephone: 01673 866900 Lincoln Road, Welton, Lincoln LN2 3JBwww.williamfarr.lincs.sch.ukWilliam Farr is the only 11-18 Church of England School in the Diocese of Lincoln. Its strong tradition of educating young people comes as a result of Teaching, Learning, Care and Guidance of the highest quality. Academic success and examination results at all levels of ability are outstanding and consistently among the best in the country.William Farr Churchof EnglandComprehensive SchoolWilliam Farr is the only 11- 18 Church of England School in theDiocese of Lincoln. Its strong tradition of educating young peoplecomes as a result of teaching, learning, care and guidance of thehighest quality. Academic success and examination results at alllevels of ability are outstanding and consistently among the bestin the country.Though they pride themselves on excellent teaching andlearning, this is not the only goal they strive to achieve. WilliamFarr aim to instil in every student a set of attributes, skills andvalues that will enable them to make informed choices, beresponsible and principled citizens and enjoy personal fulfilment.Through the unique Care and Guidance system, all pupils arerecognised as individuals and fully supported as they develop intopositive, confident, young adults, ready to take their place insociety. The school achieve great things but are never complacent– they always strive to do better.William Farr are proud of their students and believe if you takethe opportunity to visit, you will understand why.128-132:Layout 1 3/6/14 15:03 Page 4128-132:Layout 1 3/6/14 15:03 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY133SOCIAL SCENEPHOTOS BY MICHAEL FISHERA golden occasion for LACE HousingThe LACE Housing Association celebrated their fiftieth anniversary with a grand money-raising dinner atHemswell Court. The event, which saw many important guests from Lincolnshire in attendance, helped toraise money for the LACE Housing Golden Ambulance Appeal. Thanks to the good food and hospitality of Hemswell Court, and the poignant words of guest speaker JudyTheobold, the night was a roaring success.133:Layout 1 16/5/14 13:11 Page 1Call today for a friendly chat with Maria, Jane or Helen 01482 896980www.holdernessgrange.co.ukDrapers Lane, Hedon, East Yorkshire HU12 8FJLivingLuxury for less HOLDERNESS GRANGE LIFESTYLE VILLAGETerms and conditions apply.FROM AS LITTLE AS£70,000ON SHARED OWNERSHIPA range of property styles, fantastic Country Club facilities and stress free living.Whatever your budget, we can tailor a financial package to meet your needs.Our shared ownership options make purchasinga new property here affordable and easy.FREE home visit, FREE assisted move, FREE Country Club membership.134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:36 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY135CARING FOR THE ELDERLYFar from the frail, weak and feeblestereotype, we’d argue that Lincolnshire’selderly population is actually stridesahead when it comes to staying active. As proven time and time again,remaining active is the key to a happyand long-term old age. Shut yourselfaway and your body and mind will feelold, nurture your creative or social sideand there’s plenty of fun to be had.When old age slows you down, it’s agood sign to maybe calm down a bit,but it shouldn’t stop you getting outthere and doing the things you love!It’s never too late to get fitter forexample and help is at hand to givepeople in Lincolnshire that extra bit ofsupport.Recent research, carried out byUniversity College London on behalf ofthe British Heart Foundation, has showneven beginning exercising in your fortiesor fifties will help bring benefits,including protecting your heart. Itdoesn’t have to be vigorous exerciseeither - just doing the gardening ortaking a brisk walk can help.City of Lincoln Council’s HealthyLifestyles Team offer advice and supporton all aspects contributing to a healthylifestyle to help improve quality of life forthose living in the city.Team leader Joanna Blackwell explains,“This study backs up what we’ve beentrying to promote and achieve withresidents through our various137 You’re never too old!To think of elderly people as helpless and frail is nothing more than an insult. Thesedays older people lead active lives and are much healthier. So what’s there to do in thecounty to keep you busy?PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/PRESSMASTER134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:36 Page 2134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:36 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY137CARING FOR THE ELDERLYprogrammes. We want to encouragemore people to lead a healthier lifestyle.Even a small change can make a massivedifference.“This research shows the positiveimpact of starting to exercise at any stageof your life. It’s really never too late tostart.”Robert Middleton, aged 58, fromNorth Hykeham, was referred by hisphysiotherapist to the Physical ActivityReferral Programme this year following anoperation on his knee. He attendedBirchwood Leisure Centre and after histwelve weeks on referral stayed and hasnow been there eight months.He says, “During this time the staffhave been friendly and approachable.Nothing has been too much trouble. Myprogramme had to be adjusted on aregular basis due to my knee; again itwas no problem for the staff to sort out. Iwould definitely recommend thisprogramme to anyone.”The team also run City Walks everyweek. These are guided, social walkssuitable for all ages and abilities, startingfrom one mile up to five or more. HealthTrainers also work with people to helpthem set goals and work towards positivelifestyle changes.In addition, the council runs a FamilyFitness Fun programme aimed at helpingchildren aged eight or older get fit andstay healthy. The twelve week coursecovers physical activity, healthy eatingand mental wellbeing.For more information about HealthyLifestyles services contact the team on01522 873581,healthylifestyles@lincoln.gov.uk or visitwww.lincoln.gov.uk.The University College London studyfollowed four thousand people over tenyears. Those who did the recommended2.5 hours of exercise each week hadlower levels of inflammatory markers intheir blood. High levels have been linkedto increased heart risk.People who consistently stuck to therecommended amount of exercise for thewhole ten year period had the lowestinflammatory levels overall. Those whoonly started doing the recommendedamount in their late forties also saw animprovement and lower levels ofinflammation than those who said theydidn’t do any exercise.Indulge your creative side!One sure way to make old age a joy isto embrace your artistic or creative side.Joining a club or society in particular cando wonders for your mind, after all it isn’t139 PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/BIKERIDERLONDONRecent research, carried out on behalf of theBritish Heart Foundation, has shown evenbeginning exercising in your forties or fiftieswill help bring benefits, including protectingyour heart.Recent research, carried out on behalf of theBritish Heart Foundation, has shown evenbeginning exercising in your forties or fiftieswill help bring benefits, including protectingyour heart.134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:36 Page 4Cliff Bradley & SonsFuneral Directors LtdFor a prompt, sympatheticservice from a recognisedfamily businessPrivate Chapel of RestDay and Night ServicePre-paid funeral plans41 Heaton Street,Gainsborough, DN21 2EA(01427) 810619Are you struggling to look after an elderly loved one?Greenacres Care Home in Caistor offers the following:• Respite care• Holiday• Need a break• Illness & recuperationDAY CARE FROM £25.00 PER DAYWe may be able to provide transport (subject to conditions)• All meals provided • Bath if required • Activities & Entertainment• Long or short term care• Single rooms • Fully trained caring staffTELEPHONE: 01472 85198917 - 19 Grimsby Road, Caistor LN7 6QYLunch Time Meals• Caistor only• 2 Course meal delivered toyour door £5 per dayweekly menu availableSpecialists in bathroom adaptionsSpecialists in bathroom adaptionsWhen bathing becomes difficult let us re-design your bathroom with a stylish, practical bathing solution Wet floors Walk in showers and baths Slip resistant flooring Grabrails, Shower seats Raised height toilets Tiling or tile panelsGrants & Council workDiscounts for SSFA, British Legion Ex- services & OAPsTel: 0800 7316495CALL YOUR LOCAL OFFICE TODAY LOUTH01507 389222SKEGNESS01754 629189BOSTON01205 449326www.ahminstallations.co.ukFamily run businessNo obligation quotesFREEMira Shower with every walk-in shower orderLooking for agreat gift idea?Lincolnshire Today’s giftsubscription for only £27.55 with free deliveryCall 01472 310301or visit www.lincolnshiretoday.net/3411st 3issues only£1For professional legal help, contactFraser Wise & Co Solicitors todayAreas we cover include:• Family law- including divorce, children issues & cohabitation• Wills and probate- including preparation of wills, trusts & probate administration• Employment law- legal help for employers & employees• Residential conveyancing- including buying & selling properties• Litigation- including debt disputes & company disputesContact us today to book your consultation.Grantham phone 01476 561870 / 566646Or fax 01476 567617 www.fraserwisesolicitors.co.ukFraser Wise & CoFraser Wise& Co134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:37 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY139CARING FOR THE ELDERLYjust your body you have to take care of. Being around peoplewho can advise on projects or other ways to give you focuscan be fantastic.We were recently impressed with a visit to Lindsey ArtAssociation at one of their meetings at New Waltham VillageHall. Illustrating the success they have had for more than fiveyears, the whole hall was teeming with talent. Crafters andpainters alike were busy getting on with individual projects. Indeed Pamela Doore of the LAA explained, “We havearound fifty people per session, but around a hundredmembers. Even though most of the people here are older, weare open to everyone but not everyone can make our sessionsin the day.“It’s something a lot of people get into when they retire andcoming here means that people can get inspiration fromsubjects we might cover and each other.”The group holds regular demonstrations from visitingpainters and artists and often organises days out to paint in anew location. Talking to the artists dotted around there’s a whole range ofexpertise on show, but it’s the sense of community thatimpresses the most. The company, the support in the work youmight be carrying out and the social side seem to be what140 134-142:Layout 1 19/5/14 07:37 Page 6Next >