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It is anunfortunate and often accepted facet oflife that we find it easier to makemeaningful friendships the younger weare. Consider in school, if you canremember that far back, how easy it wasto make a large group of friends. It’s notan uncommon story to hear how manypeople grow up to only have one or twoclose friends, and as they grow older –those friends may have unfortunatelyalready passed on.It is easy to say that people shouldmake more friends. Easier still to offer theadvice to your loved ones and try to pushthem towards people who might belikeminded, but the truth of the matter isthat forming a good friendship fromscratch might be something a person hasnot had to do for over fifty years. Socialdevelopment and interaction is of courseimportant for our health as well, withmany studies showing that not only oldage, but cancer and other illnesses, canhave better survival rates the happier thepatient is. So while this is a difficult topicfor some, it is not something that can beignored.So what can be done to help those welove connect with new people? In asense, it’s worth thinking back on theyesteryears, and perhaps even schoolitself. It may sound insulting to suggestthat people act like a child, but if weinstead consider what circumstancesthose friendships were formed under,then they can be emulated. The mostcommon theme is going to be repetitionand time spent with people. School wasoften 9am to 3 or 4pm, Monday toFriday, which meant that we were intouch with these strangers on a regularbasis. This gave us plenty of time to getto know people – and also a limited poolto choose from. Give someone the choiceto do anything and they will likely beoverwhelmed with indecision, butregularly introduce them to ten or twentypeople and they might easily find one ortwo that have similar interests. We would never advocate forcingpeople to attend some kind of senior72 ÁTakecarePHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/AGUSYONOKCaring for an elderly familymember can be difficult, both interms of doing the best forthem, without totally exhaustingyourself in the process70-73_Layout 1 25/07/2016 13:41 Page 272 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHelping You Choose A Memorial That IsA Fitting Tribute To Your Loved One133 Grimsby Road, Cleethorpes,North East Lincolnshire DN35 7DGTel: 01472 269696 Email: enquiry@serenitymemorials.co.ukSerenity Memorials LtdSerenity Memorials Ltdschool, but the proximity and time canbe simulated with any kind of regularhobby, habit or club. Does the senior inquestion enjoy golf, cinema or any otheractivities? Then perhaps see if there areany clubs they can join, which will workto both boost their happiness andintroduce them to new people. Althoughno two individuals are ever the same, it isfairly obvious that two people whoregularly go fishing together probablyboth like fishing. This phenomenon is actually known as“propinquity” and refers to the physicaland psychological closeness of people,and how that can form an attraction(romantic or platonic). Science aside, itshows that for two people to form alasting relationship, they need to spendtime with one another on a regular basis.Hence why friendships made in school(five days a week, for maybe five to eightyears) last the longest, while those madein our jobs (also five days a week, butoften for less time in years) come insecond. This is one of the reasons that carehomes and respite care actually succeedin improving the quality of life for manypeople. While independence and theability to keep the home a person haslived in can go a long way towardsmaking people comfortable, it can alsolead to quite the isolated existence. Carehomes on the other hand, cater for awide number of people, which gives thegreatest chance for residents to meetothers – and again – on a regular basis. This is why on any leaflets, brochures oreven television shows we see about carehomes, it is often of shots of multipleelderly people sat together. Because this isone of the best ways to care and promotetheir health, by giving them people theycan form social bonds with. Family can be a tricky situation when itcomes to a senior relative, particularlywith the busy lifestyles we all live. Whilenobody wants to consider that theymight leave their parents to fend forthemselves when they grow older, noparent wants their children to stophaving fun because of them. And thereare certainly going to be circumstanceswhere certain trips or activities just aren’tsuitable for an elderly family member. In the cases of holidays – particularlyactivity ones for young children – itmight be best to talk with people aboutit before assuming they will want tocome along. In cases where the one inneed of care might need specialtreatment or care, it might be impossibleto bring them along. But at the sametime, they will not want to believe thatthey are limiting the enjoyment of theirPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCKC.COM/DIEGO CERVO70-73_Layout 1 25/07/2016 13:41 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY73CARINGCliff Bradley & Sons Funeral Directors LtdFor a prompt, sympathetic service from a recognised family business• Private Chapel of Rest • Day and Night Service • Pre-paid funeral plans41 Heaton Street, Gainsborough, DN21 2EA • (01427) 810619 • www.cliffbradley.co.uk loved ones.In situations like this, it’s worthconsidering respite care. Respite care isessentially respite for the carer, whereinsomebody else takes over theresponsibility for a given time to allowthe carer time to go on holiday, have abreak, or visit some other event that theymight otherwise be unable to. Perhaps awedding, stag-do, or just a trip withfriends. In these cases it can be difficultto leave the person that has been caredfor behind, so it’s always best to makesure they will be looked after.Many care homes provide specialistservices just for this, which can be rentedfor variable times from days, to weeks oreven a full month or more. The familymember receives full-time care, as theymight were they a resident, but it is anon-permanent stay. This can even comewith the added benefit of introducingthem to other people who might be inthe same situation, and whom they maybe able to maintain contact with evenafter the carer comes back and they leavethe home. Many respite care homes or carehomes offering that service will offerfamily the chance to visit and tour thepremises before agreeing to leave theirfamily member there. And this is anopportunity that should be takenadvantage of. Lincolnshire is host to awide variety of high-quality care homes,and almost all of these will be proud toshow off their facilities. It is also worthasking what kinds of activities areavailable, and to see whether they arethings the person might like. Each carehome will doubtless have a range ofoptions, but there is no way for them topredict every little thing, so if in doubtmake sure to ask if their hobby can beaccommodated. Leaving a family member in care of thiskind can be a difficult prospect, and thereare many who compare it to leaving apet behind for a holiday – which couldnot be further from the truth. Caring fora family member can be something thatdrains both parties, and a break apart cangive everybody a chance to heal andrejuvenate. With the vast experience,supplies and resources that care homeshave, they will often be able to look afterthe person better than the family can –and it is not as though respite care is apermanent choice. No one wants to be a burden on theirfamily – and after the long hours put intocaring for them, the family member inquestion is almost certainly going towant everyone to enjoy themselves. Andin today’s world, nobody is ever furtheraway than a quick call or internet chat.PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/PRESSMASTER70-73_Layout 1 25/07/2016 13:41 Page 474 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSOCIAL SCENEJocastasprom nightProm nights don’t get any glitzier than Lincoln Christs Hospital School’s year 11 event, held atJocastas recently. The evening marked the end of a chapter for students of the school before venturing off into theworld of work or further education and Jocastas’ exquisitely appointed marquee overlooking apicturesque lake proved a fitting venue.Lincolnshire Today magazine’s photographers were on hand to capture the event where thecrowd were up on the dance floor from the off and a delicious hog roast and pudding kept them allfuelled, right through to the early hours. A great night was clearly had by all.74-75_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:35 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY75SOCIAL SCENENew LimitsLincolnshire’sPremier Party BandAn exciting and energetic live band with an extensiverepertoire of songs to suit any event. New Limits will haveyour guests up and dancing all night long!Please contact us for a demo discTel: 01427 628043 www.new-limits.co.ukSponsored by74-75_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:35 Page 276 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYonwhat’sLincoln28th May – 4th September Lincolnshire Voices from theGreat War, Lincoln Castle This temporary exhibition housedinside the Victorian Prison at the Castleexplores themes such as the developmentand building of the Lincoln tank, the roleof the Castle, the Battle of the Sommethrough the eyes of Lincolnshire men andthe munitionettes who built the aircraftand tanks. Event 10am - 5pm. Freeadmission to the Castle grounds to viewPoppies: Wave. Admission applies for theCastle attractions and to view theexhibition. For more information, visitwww.lincolncastle.com. Stamford8th August, 12th September,10th OctoberPoetry Writing Forum,Stamford Arts CentreTaking place every second Monday ofeach month, this writing forum offers theopportunity to join the discussion andshare poetry, thoughts and even the oddglass of wine. Whether you’re a buddingpoet or an established word smith, this isa great way of interacting withlikeminded folks from across the county.For more information, visitwww.stamfordartscentre.com. Boston13th AugustLincolnshire Food & VintageOutletThis year, Bells Nursery Outlet inBoston will be hosting the LincolnshireFood & Vintage Festival, an even thatoffers a little taste of Lincolnshire foreveryone. Whether it’s cookingdemonstrations, local hot and cold foodstalls displaying the finest cheese, localmeats, jams and preserves or street food,there is plenty to get stuck into. Whilethe kids are busy in the play area, adultscan partake in the Pimms, Prosecco andBeer bar. There’ll also be a display ofvintage cars and tractors, as well asafternoon tea making it perfect for thesummer holidays. Entry is free. For moreinformation, call 01205 760319. LincolnMonday 18 July – Saturday 3 SeptemberLincoln by the SeaLincoln city centre is set for the return of Lincoln BIG’s sandy beach thissummer holiday, with tonnes of real seaside sand setting up shop in thecity. To complete the illusion, there’ll be fairground tides in the city centrewhere parents can relax in complimentary deckchairs. There’s even specialappearances from Punch and Judy. For more information, visitwww.lincolnbig.co.uk. Market RasenSaturday 13 AugustRasen Rocks featuring JessGlynne, Market RasenRacecourse Chart-topper Jess Glynne is headlinethis year’s Evening at the Races, following76-79_Layout 1 25/07/2016 12:01 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY7778 Áon from 2015’s event which saw Sir Tom Jones impress arecord-breaking crowd. It will feature six races before themain attraction. Breakthrough solo artist Jess Glynne hasdazzled critics and audiophiles with her number one, doubleplatinum debut album ‘I Cry When I Laugh’. She’s since beennominated for a plethora of industry awards and scooped fivenumber-one singles in the UK. For more information, visitwww.marketrasen.thejockeyclub.co.uk. Gainsborough 17th AugustLincolnshire International Chamber MusicFestival, Gainsborough Old Hall The event offers visitors the chance to listen to beautifulmusic in an equally as beautiful setting – Gainsborough Hall,one of the best preserved timber framed manor houses in thePHOTO: JASON BATTERHAM / SHUTTERSTOCK.COMLincolnshire Voices from theGreat War, Lincoln CastleAsylum SteampunkFestival, Castle Hill,LincolnPHOTO: DOMINIC CUTHBERT76-79_Layout 1 25/07/2016 12:01 Page 2ceramicist Julian Stair from his recentexhibition at Middlesbrough institute ofModern Art. For more information, visitwww.nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk. LouthTuesday 13 – Saturday 17SeptemberBlackadder, Louth PlaygoersRiverhead TheatreLouth Playgoers present three iconicepisodes from the beloved Elizabethan-themed sitcom, Blackadder II – Bells,Money and Potato. It boasts all thememorable characters from EdmundBlackadder himself and his bumblingmanservant Baldric, idiot companionPercy and the rest of the motley crew –Queenie, Nursie, Melchett and more. Formore information, visitwww.louthplaygoers.com.Tattershall ThorpeFriday 16 – Sunday 18SeptemberEquinox Festival 2016Incorporating performance, art andinteraction, Equinox Festival is a creativeamalgam set against one of Lincolnshire’smost beauteous backdrops. The sevenstages all cater to different musical tastes,and the variety of workshops and stallsUK. In the grandeur of the MedievalGreat Hall, visitors will have a change tolisten to Debussy - Prélude à l’après-midid’un faune; Gershwin’s An American inParis and Holst – The Planets. The musicwill be played by Ashley Wass, KathrynScott and Mei Yi Foo. The concert will berecorded for broadcast on BBC Radio 3.For more information, visitwww.licmf.moonfruit.com. Lincoln Friday 26 – Monday 29AugustAsylum Steampunk Festival,Castle HillWelcome to the Asylum, the largestfestival of its kind, returns for anotherouting, bringing fans the world over toLincoln Castle. Live out the reality of analternate Victorian era with imaginativecostumes, shows and demonstrations.The Maker Zone offers a variety of talksand presentations from artists, while theKnowledge Zone celebrates science andhistory. With parades, music and games,the cornerstone of the steampunkcommunity looks set to stay Lincolncentric. For more information, visitwww.asylumsteampunk.co.uk. 78 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWHAT’S ONSkegnessFriday 2 September Islands in the Stream: TheDolly Parton & KennyRogers Story, EmbassyTheatreCelebrating the queen and king ofcountry, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers,brand-new stage show Islands in theStream is coming to town. The show isstacked with country hits, featuringJolene, 9 to 5, The Gambler, Ruby andmany more. The performance is quiteliterally tightly stitched together – threeof the outfits worn by the night’s femalelead are exact replicas of Dolly’s iconicoutfits, custom-made for the show. Formore information, visitwww.embassytheatre.co.uk.SleafordSaturday 18 June to Sunday18 September Exhibition: Cause and Effect The contemporary artists selected toexhibit in Cause and Effect takeinspiration from personal tragedies,international disaster and unfortunateevents – of a more light hearted natureon occasion, such as Anna Barlow’smelted ceramic ice creams. Theexhibition centres on a body of work byPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/MARKHLincolnshire International Chamber MusicFestival, Gainsborough Old Hall76-79_Layout 1 25/07/2016 12:01 Page 310k walk atYarborough Leisure Centre where they willbe greeted by favourites from the filmand warm up with Jedi training. There willalso be free food after the walk withguests treated to Han Solo Halloumi bapsor a Padmé pork bap courtesy ofMeltworks, local Lincolnshire outdoorcaterers. For more information, call 01522540300.Grantham Wednesday 21 – Sunday 25September Gravity Fields Festival 2016This unique festival explores celebratesLINCOLNSHIRETODAY79mean there’s something for everyone.The kids circus skills area and the climaticfire show means you won’t be able tokeep the little one’s away. For moreinformation, emailenquiries@equinoxfestival.uk. Yarborough17th SeptemberStar Walks: Lincoln Awakens,Yarborough Leisure CentreA long time ago in a galaxy far, faraway a Lincolnshire Hospice sought braveJedi knights to join them in their quest towalk 10k across the Lincoln galaxy toraise money. Participants will start theLincoln12th September–13th November 2016BP Portrait Award 2016The most prestigious portraiture competition in the worldarrives in Lincoln direct from its thirty-seventh year at theNational Portrait Gallery, London. The popular competition has ahuge international reach and displays a broad selection of thebest global portraiture painting. Selected from 2,557 entries byartists from 80 countries around the world, the BP Portrait Award2016 represents the very best in contemporary portrait painting.From parents to poseurs, figurative nudes to famous faces andexpressive sketches to piercing photo-realism, the variety andvitality in the exhibition continues to make it an unmissablehighlight of the annual art calendar. For more information, visitwww.thecollectionmuseum.digitickets.co.uk/ticketsPIC: LAURA IN BLACK, JOSHUA LAROCKPIC: JEAN 2015, JEAN-PAUL TIBBLESStar Walks: Lincoln Awakens,Yarborough Leisure Centrethe area’s close links with one of theworld’s greatest thinkers, Sir IsaacNewton. 2016 has a special significance,being the 350th anniversary of Newton’s‘Year of Wonders’ of huge scientificadvances with his work on light,mathematics and gravitational forces.Based in and around Grantham, a packedprogramme of science, arts and heritagetakes the theme of ‘Genius’ to celebrateNewton’s legacy, ranging from thedazzling LED umbrellas of internationalcreative artists Cirque Bijou to the geniusengineers of WW2. For more information,visit www.gravityfields.co.uk.Skegness 20th August Frankly Sinatra, Embassy TheatreThe world’s No1 Frank Sinatra,Stephen Triffitt, is coming to town tocelebrate the golden anniversary of Ol’Blue Eyes’ most famous recording –Sinatra Live at the Sands.A brand-new production calledFrankly Sinatra features many of thesongs from the classic album,performed just the way they were backin 1966. Regarded as the definitiveSinatra live performance, the albumwas Frank’s first commercially-releasedlive recording, packed with 22 tracksincluding many of his best-known hits.For more information, call 01507 613100. Reader’sgiveawayWe’ve got two tickets up for grabs! To enter,just send an email to our competition desk –competitions@blmgroup.co.uk76-79_Layout 1 25/07/2016 12:01 Page 4Next >