Ventnor Well-being Cafe received a generous donation of £1,000 from Andrea Godsmark, whose parents live in Ventnor. Andrea and her colleague Debi Morse run D&A Events and organise dog shows and equestrian events.
They regularly raise money for Island charities and good causes. Andrea said,
“I used to bring my mum to the Green Room, and I have been very impressed by the work that co-ordinator Terri Exposite does with this friendly and welcoming group.
“It is a local good cause that I’m happy to support.”
More than 100 members
Ventnor Well-being Cafe has over 100 members and has been run by Ventnor Town Council since 2019. It was formerly part of Isle of Wight Council Mental Health Outreach and was saved from closure by Ventnor Town Council.
Over recent years it has flourished under the stewardship of Co-ordinator, Terri Exposite.
Fundraising for trips etc
Members help raise funds to pay for trips and for essential items. Trips have included the Donkey Sanctuary, Isle of Wght Steam Railway, sailing and a Ghost walk.
Popular activities include craft, bingo and, in good weather, working on the group allotment, putting and barbecues.
Group meets four times per week
The group meets four times per week – Monday and Wednesday – 10am to 2pm and on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12 noon to 4pm and provides a hot lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The group has an open door policy and there is no need for referral – anyone form our community is welcome to attend. The Well-being Cafe is based at the Green Room, Ventnor Town Council’s Community Centre in Dudley Road.
For more information about the group please contact – Tony McCarthy – [email protected]
News shared by Tony on behalf of Ventnor Town Council. Ed
Image: Andrea Godsmark, Terri – Group Co-ordinator and Holly with Winnie
