New Milton Advertiser 2nd Oct 2020

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£1 MILLION REFURBISHMENT COMPLETED Osborne Lodge is a well-established family run care home situated within walking distance of New Milton town centre, GP surgeries and community centre Welcoming and friendly atmosphere All rooms have en suite facilities Choice of all meals Long term highly qualified staff Full range of activities RESPITE & DAY CARE FOR THE ELDERLY Are you looking after a loved one at home? Do you need a few hours to yourself? Or are you living alone in need of stimulating company? Have you had a fall and need to regain your confidence? We cater for clients wanting ongoing or short-term day care, or day care that can be called upon occasionally, whenever the need arises HALF AND FULL DAY CARE AVAILABLE Including lunch and activities (full day includes evening meal) Contact tel: 01425 618248 Email: enquiries@osbornelodge.co.uk www.osbornelodgecare.co.uk

www.quakerhouse.org.uk | reception@quakerhouse.org.uk

F ollowing the Quaker ethos of kindness, respect & friendship in our care, we welcome anyone to take up our services. Our aim is to make a real difference to the lives of the people who choose to join us at Quaker House.

We pride ourselves on putting you first, tailoring care to your specific needs and wishes, whilst continually promoting your independence. We offer a range of care, from short-term respite and reablement to extra care for those people who need more than their own carers can manage. Our staff have the heart and desire to provide a confident and competent service whilst also being highly trained professionals.

We have a ‘Good’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (registered provider No. 1-101663819) and are a registered charity (number 1156022)

We welcome families and friends at all times. Why not come and get to know us? You are very welcome to visit us for a day or stay for a short term before committing yourself to this major change in your life. You are equally welcome to move straight in and enjoy everyday life with us.

Jeanne sails into contention for bravery award Jeanne Socrates is a member of the Royal Lymington Yacht Club

40-44 Barton Court Road, New Milton BH25 6NR reception@quakerhouse.org.uk | call 01425 617656

We believe that a Care Home is a Home first and foremost…… And there’s no place like home.

Round-the-world record holder one of four finalists

the RNLI though sponsorship. She set off on her 25,000-mile journey from Victoria in Canada in October 2018, arriving back 320 days later. Jeanne beat the previous re- cord holder, Minoru Saito, who was 71. The former maths teach- er said: “While I can still do something, I just go for it. You shouldn’t be put off by people telling you you’re too old. If you have your health you should go for it. “The trip took four months longer than last time because things on the boat kept break- ing but the contact through the radio stops you from feeling lonely.” She got into sailing in her fif - ties with her husband George, but following his death in 2003 she began sailing alone. She recalls: “There were some scary moments for instance when I was sailing the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarcti-

ca where there was some quite stormy weather. I got a hole in my cabin roof, lost my so- lar panels, the wind generator was temporarily out of action, the radar was impaired and my safety device that I put out in bad conditions got damaged.” The Amplifon Awards For Brave Britons were launched five years ago in honour of Am - plifon’s founder, Second World War hero Major Charles Holland MBE. They recognise courage and achievement in the catego- ries of against all odds, service to country, charity champion, active agers, young hero, hero pet, celebrity hero and corona- virus hero. Jeanne, who is currently in Australia but is unable to fly back due to the coronavirus pandemic, will find out at the virtual awards presentation on Tuesday, hosted by Radio 5 Live breakfast presenter Rachel Burden and Falklands War hero Simon Weston, if she has won.

A re you feeling isolated? Do you or a loved one need company in a small,

BY ROZ WATERS

A 78-year-old Lymington grand- mother, who holds the record for the oldest person to sail around the world non-stop and unassisted, has been named as a finalist in the Amplifon Awards for Brave Britons 2020. Jeanne Socrates, who had previously sailed around the world by herself four times, completed her record-breaking voyage in September 2019, and has now been named as one of four finalists in the Active Agers category of the national best of British Awards. A member of the Royal Lym- ington Yacht Club, Jeanne sold her house to take up the chal- lenge aboard her 38ft yacht Nereida, and raised £2,583 for

friendly, family-run home, that is welcoming and engaging, where you can relax and be cared for with delicious home cooked meals, fun activities and trips out as the current situation permits. We provide respite, permanent or even care in your own home whichever care suits your needs. We have a GOOD rating by CQC and have been COVID free throughout the pandemic. We follow all government guidance to ensure that our residents are safe and well.

Obituary

Please call Alison or Kate on 01590 642121 for an informal chat, when we can talk through what care would suit you or your loved one best, there will be no obligation to take on the care if you feel that it is not right for you at this time.

TomPepper Lifelong bridge enthusiast and former computer programmer

SWAY Bridge Club founder and former vice-chairman of New Forest Mencap Tom Pepper has died at the age of 74. After spending much of his working life as a computer pro- grammer and consultant, Tom retrained as a bridge teacher and spent 24 years pursuing his second career. His passion for the game was ignited in early childhood when his parents Cecil, a scientist, and Phyllis, an accountant, showed him the basics when he was just four years old. Demon- strating a natural aptitude for it, Tom went on to play in com- petitions and club matches throughout his life. In his youth he was also an accomplished sportsman and enjoyed cricket, rugby, tennis, golf and fishing. Tom’s father, Dr Cecil Pepper, the managing director of Duck- ham’s Oils, who invented the famous Duckham’s 20-50, died at the age of 45 when Tom was just 12. An able mathematician, the plan had been for Tom to train as an accountant after finishing school but after encountering early computers during a hol- iday job at Ronson, the lighter makers, his career ambitions changed. He joined Kellogg Interna- tional in Baker Street, London, in 1965 as a programmer and was rapidly promoted to chief programmer. He met his wife-to-be Sue in London in 1968 and two years later they married before set- ting up home in New Milton where the family started to grow. Tom was a keen gardener, vegetables being his favourites, it was a passion he maintained through his life. Tom and Sue became involved with sever- al charities in the New Forest providing care and support for families with children with learning disabilities. They also acquired the first of many Eng - lish Setters, which they went on to breed for several years. Tom worked for Atlantic Container Lines, spending four

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Tom Pepper was taught bridge aged just four

years commuting between Southampton, Toronto and New York on a fortnightly basis. He also travelled to the Scandi- navian countries regularly for ACL. In the 1970s the family moved to a small farm in Downton where they cultivated vege- tables in a walled garden and kept various animals. Tom also played bridge competitively when time allowed. He then set up his own com- puter consultancy business, TWP Ltd, supporting business- es across the south. His col- leagues remember Tom for his encouragement, kindness and the endless support he gave them in furthering their careers. After retiring from the com- puter industry Tom retrained as a bridge teacher working for Brockenhurst College and of- fering private tuition. His sec- ond career was a great success, teaching hundreds of people, and he loved the role, contin- uing for 24 years and earning a reputation for his patience, kindness and sense of humour.

Tom also played in tourna- ments, competitions and social- ly throughout his life, leading him to set up Sway Bridge Club in 2008. His aim was to create a friendly club which was open to all abilities. He was also a committee member and vice-chairman of New Forest Mencap and a longstanding supporter of the Stable Family Home Trust. Together he and Sue raised thousands of pounds for these charities through various fund- raising events including quiz nights, tennis tournaments and sales. Sadly, Tom died suddenly just two months before he and Sue would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He is survived by Sue, his children Kate, Lizzie, Tom and Alex, and grandchildren Willow, Martha, Iris, William and Ellie. A private funeral has been held but anyone who wants to donate in Tom’s memory can give to the Stable Family Home Trust care of Tapper Funeral Services, Milford.

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