Exhibitors at the 2014 Retirement Fair
To date the following exhibitors have confirmed that they will be at the Fair but we anticipate at least 170 exhibitors will attend.
You may click on the Exhibitor's name to view websites where these are known to us.
A Balanced Body with Bowen | Academy Insurance Brokers | |
Active Hearing | Age Concern Bracknell Forest Stand showing services, events and activities for elderly in and around Bracknell Forest | |
Age UK Berkshire | ||
Amazing Ageing David Buswell has written "Amazing Ageing - The Psychological Survival Manual For People Approaching Older Age" as a practical 'how to' book about how to age well mentally, emotionally and spiritually. | ||
Arbonne International Arbonne offers 100% botanically-based vegan, skincare, nutrition, vitamin supplements, hair and body, beauty and babycare products. Come and see us and sample our clinically proven anti-ageing skincare. Also, learn about our flexible, part-time income opportunities. | Ascot Bridge Club Ascot Bridge Club provides a friendly atmosphere for people to come and play bridge, albeit in a competitive environment. We run sessions on Monday afternoon starting at 1.15pm and Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. These events are held at St Martin’s Church Hall, Chavey Down. | |
Ascot Churches Information on the activities of the local churches | Ascot Foot Care | |
Ascot Horticultural Society Affiliated to the Royal Horticultural Society since 1920 our aim is to share and promote interest in all aspects of plants and the natural environment. Monthly meetings (2nd Wednesday) in King Edward’s Hall, North Ascot. Activities include talks/demonstrations, visits to local gardens, competitions and 4 seasonal shows. Experienced or novice - all are welcome | Ascot Lawyers | |
Ash Wills Ash Wills is a friendly family companywith many years’ experience in Will writing and Estate Planning. We`re regulated by the Society of Will Writers , are part of the TAS Network of Independent Will Writers and have passed the STEP Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation. To help us draw up a Will that’s right for you, we’ll come and meet you to talk through your circumstances and wishes. Wherever you live in the country we, or a colleague will visit you at your own home. | ategi Shared Lives & Homeshare We offer a Shared Lives service in Windsor & Maidenhead and Buckinghamshire and are now also offering a Homeshare scheme in the Maidenhead & Windsor areas. We are a charity based in Saunderton, High Wycombe. | |
Aurora Spain Art work, paintings, prints, details of art classes | ||
BADHOGS Information to the public on Bracknell & surrounding area hard of hearing & deaf support group | Barclays Bank Plc Barclays team of Digital Eagles will hold a Tea and Teach session, where people are encouraged to come along and learn the skills they need to go online. | |
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home We will be advertising our volunteer and fostering vacancies at the Battersea Old Windsor site. We will also be promoting re-homing. | ||
Berks & Bucks FA Walking Football is an activity aimed to encourage older adults back into football. There will be a demonstration and offer participants the opportunity to join in. | ||
Berkshire Carers Service Berkshire Carers Service supports unpaid carers in the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Bracknell Forest, Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham. We are an advice and support service and can help with information about benefits, health and social care services, emotional support, signposting, form filling, meeting other carers, planning a break, working and caring. | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Hearing and Balance Services - provide advice and information about hearing loss. | |
Berkshire Healthcare NHS The Chef 2014 Demonstrations of healthy eating options | Bracknell & Ascot Clinical Commissioning Group
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Bracknell & District Citizens Advice Bureau Information and advice for the public. | Bracknell Film Society Bracknell Film Society has shown films in the Bracknell area since 1960. Based at South Hill Park Arts Centre the Society’s objectives are to: • show a wide range of high-quality films not readily available in the local area. • promote the study and appreciation of film. | |
Bracknell Flower Arranging Society ** We are a friendly and active group affiliated to the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies aiming to promote an interest in flower arranging at all levels. We meet at Priestwood Community Centre at 7:30 pm on the second Wednesday of each month for a flower arranging demonstration. Other activities include competitions, evening classes, outings, day schools and participation in local flower festivals, etc. For further details contact Alison Phillips on 01344 882733. | Bracknell Forest Council - Adult Social Care & Health The Older People & Long Term Conditions Team will be displaying and promoting the support and services provided by the department. | |
Whether you are hoping to learn something new or develop existing skills, there is something for everyone, whatever your age, aptitude or ability! A variety of taster and longer courses are available including arts and crafts, computing, photography, health, well being and lifestyle. | Bracknell Forest Council - Forestcare Forestcare is a 24 hour emergency response telecare centre and we install & monitor lifeline alarms in people's homes. Simply have a lifeline installed and press your pendant if you need assistance. When your alarm call comes through one of our Emergency Response Officers will get you the help you need. | |
Bracknell Forest Council - Recycling To provide information on Bracknell Forest Council's waste and recycling service. | ||
Bracknell Forest National Pensioners’ Convention[NPC] | ||
Bracknell Forest Voluntary Action Promoting volunteering across Bracknell Forest borough as well as advice and support to voluntary and community organisations. | ||
Lots of information on fun activities specifically designed for those aged 50+yrs to keep you feeling great! Activities range from Badminton, Swimming to a relaxing visit to our Spa. | ||
Bracknell U3A U3A stands for the University of the Third Age, which is a self-help organisation for people no longer in full time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment. | British Red Cross - display of services and demonstrations of simple first aid techniques. | |
Brushstrokes Hand made painted gifts and cards, decorative painting demonstrations plus make and take. | Buddi Limited | |
CP Law Solicitors | CVD Wellbeing | |
Camberley & District Stamp Club | Care Harmony Solutions Displaying assistive living technologies and telecare solutions that are used to support vulnerable people so that they can live safely and independently. | |
Christine Dunford : Piano Teaching | ||
Clare's Healthy Eating Clare's Healthy Eating Will be offering free Body Fat Testing and can supply Nutritious health drinks and supplements for weight control (gain, loss or control). Products can also be used by the elderly, sick & people recovering from illness & operations. | Collette / Thomas Cook Tours / RHS Garden Holidays Quality Worldwide Escorted Touring Holidays covering 'bucket-list' destinations.From scenic wonders to exciting cities; from relaxing river cruises to unforgettable train experiences; from wildlife encounters to fascinating flora and fauna - we have a tour to whet your travel appetite! All tours include door to door UK transfers, return scheduled flights, services of an experienced Tour Manager, many meals, quality hotel accommodation, key sightseeing & entertainment and luggage handling. | |
Costco Wholesale Promoting Costco membership. | ||
Daisy’s Dream Daisy’s Dream supports children and their families who have been affected by the life threatening illness or bereavement of someone close to them. | Dr Smart’s Ltd | |
Easthampstead Rotary Club | Edmunds & Eve Estate Planning and Elder Client Matters | |
Effortless Relocation Ltd. We are a Relocation Company who relocates Senior Citizens or vulnerable adults into long term care/Nursing/Care Homes/Sheltered.We also provide an extensive service to Solicitors with regard to probate work and are Certificate Providers for Lasting Powers of Attorney. | ||
Forever Living Products | Free NHS Care Advice | |
| We concentrate on all of the financial implications of retirement and planning to retire. | ||
GCD Security Security products & services, including locks; safes; alarms; shutters; advice on securing the home & current insurance requirements: | Glitz & Glamour Ladies French and Italian clothing | |
Globe IFA Limited | ||
Grey Matters Consultancy Retirement Consultant Grey-Matters consultancy exists to meet the needs of those in retirement at the point that they need additional assistance and for offering guidance those who have the responsibility for their care. | Guide Dogs for the Blind We will be promoting the work of Guide Dogs as an organisation/looking for new volunteers and selling some Guide dog merchandise. We will have hopefully have Guide Dog/Puppy in training with us. | |
Healthwatch Windsor, Ascot Maidenhead & Healthwatch Bracknell Forest Healthwatch Windsor, Ascot & Maidenhead is the Independent consumer Champion for Health and Social Care in RBWM . Healthwatch is here to empower all who live, work and care for people in RBWM to contribute to improving the quality of the health and social care services we receive. | ||
Home Instead Senior Care | Housing Solutions | |
Jack and Gill Crafts | Jonathan Woodhouse | |
Just Days Out Coach tours with local pick ups. | ||
Keep Safe, Stay Well | Kidd Rapinet LLP | |
Late Bloomers IT Tuition and Support Services | Lions Club of Windsor Windsor Lions Club covers a wide area of East Berkshire including Ascot, Horton, Old Windsor, Sunninghill, Sunningdale and Windsor. It is part of Lions International, the largest community service organisation in the world. Worldwide there are about 43,000 Lions Clubs in over 180 countries, there are more than 1.4 million members. Windsor like all other Lions Club, has the motto “we serve”, with a committed membership, Windsor Lions holds several major fund raising events each year, and provision of service within the local community. We serve the community by supporting Local people in need - Youth projects, Senior Citizens groups, Mencap, provision of sports Facilities for the disabled and Holidays for the elderly, these are some of the ways in which The Lions Club of Windsor offer our support, as well as having some fun in providing these activities. | |
Lynwood Village Exhibit on Lynwood Village - including private retirement properties and state of the art on site care centre. | ||
M & Co M&Co is one of the largest, privately-owned fashion retailers in the UK and has been selling quality clothing for 50 years. Originally a small family business of only 6 shops in the 1960s, M&Co now has almost 300 stores nationwide. From our very first products 50 years ago we have focused on quality, never compromising for price. Specialising in womenswear, menswear, kidswear and homeware, we take inspiration from the world around us and the lives of our customers to create exclusively-designed ranges that are available to buy on hundreds of UK high streets and online at www.mandco.com | Macmillan Cancer Support Macmillan Cancer Support are promoting their Well-Being Programme within Berkshire. The programme provides support on exercise and physical activity, social, psychological problems and is based around self management for all people affected by cancer. The Well-Being Programme will give you the tools for tackling tomorrow! | |
Macular Society - Local Support Groups The Macular Society is the national charity for anyone affected by central vision loss. We provide free information and support to improve lives today. We fund research so that one day we can overcome macular disease. Our exhibit will include awareness materials and information on macular conditions. The Society will also be represented by and have information on local Support Groups from Bracknell/Wokingham and Ascot. | Magnet Wellness Jewellery and Accessories | |
Microwave Association Short cookery demonstrations, showing visitors how to make the most of their microwave oven - knowing that more nutrients are retained in microwave cooked foods than by any other cooking method. | ||
Mobility For You Ltd We exhibited last year as C F Hewerdine Ltd and are now trading as Mobility For you Ltd. Exhibit will be mobility equipment and daily living aids as last year. | Model Your Cash Flow | |
NRAS National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is based in Maidenhead and is the only UK wide charity focussing specifically on Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). | NRS Healthcare | |
National Careers Service Lliterature and booking facilities for appointments with the careers service. Emphasis on helping with volunteering, part-time work, transferable skills setting up their own business. Signposting to part-time courses. Behind will be fully qualified careers advisers who can give advice and guidance on the day and produce a written action plan for the client to help them move forward when they are ready. | Neals Yard Remedies Organic Organic skin care products, scented items for the home. Opportunity to buy and to join NYRO as a consultant, sharing the great products with friends and family. Creating an income stream for yourself. | |
Optalis Ltd Optalis provides a diverse range of care and support services which help people to remain in their own homes and keep their independence. We also provide an Independent Brokerage Service for those who fund their own care but don’t know where to start when it comes to arranging services. For further information, please contact us on (0118) 908 8420 or visit our website at: www.optalis.org | Optelec Limited Low Vision Aids, including magnifiers, filters, task lighting and text-to-speech readers. | |
Oven Wizards Bracknell Hate cleaning but would love a clean oven? The only way to restore your oven to near showroom condition is to call in the professionals who clean ovens on a daily basis and therefore have the knowledge and equipment to do the job effectively. Oven Wizards consistently delights its clients by providing a domestic cleaning service of the highest standard. We clean your oven...so you don't have to! Bookings for oven cleans taken at the Ascot Retirement Fair will benefit from a £5 discount. | ||
PASHAN Specialising in silk pashminas and embroidered woollen shawls together with scarves. | ||
Pesky Critters Ltd Berkshire based Pest Management Service that has a wealth of experience when it comes to getting rid of pests.Pesky Critters provide an extremely fast, responsive and reliable service with a reputation for efficiency and excellence in both commercial and domestic environments. As a local business it will be promoting: * the range of services provided * the health and property risks associated with pests in the home | ||
Protection & Investment Ltd. Protection & Investment Ltd is an Independent Financial Adviser which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We provide specialist advice on: • Tax Efficient Investments . • Pre and Post Retirement Planning • Releasing Equity from your home • Making better use of capital in a low interest rate environment • Long Term Financial Provision | QI Care Ltd provides personalised home care to elderly and infirm clients across Berkshire and Oxfordshire. The service we offer is perfect for people who need support after discharge from hospital, older people, both those living alone and in couples, for family carer respite breaks, and anyone who is finding it harder to cope at home. | |
RBWM - Community Learning and Skills Service Display and information on a range of part-time adult education courses, covering everything from English, maths and computing to sewing, Pilates and car maintenance. Course on offer include recognised qualification in subjects such as health and safety and first aid, as well as courses for leisure, for instance Bollywood dance or floral design. | ||
RBWM - Grow our Own Employment opportunities, training, volunteering and support services advice | ||
RBWM - Libraries, Arts and Heritage Service Libraries, Arts and Heritage services provided through RBWM including volunteering. Promotion of 24 hour access to electronic information | RBWM - Public Health Team | |
Dance and Exercise Demonstrations and details of the LeisureCentre Activities. | RBWM - Stress and Mental Wellbeing | |
WAM Get Involved. A new voluntary sector support service across the Borough. Residents: register to get involved and stay informed of the various volunteering opportunities in the Royal Borough. | ||
Radian Support Radian Support provides care and support to older people, people with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and mental health issues. We provide individually tailored packages either to people in their own homes or living in sheltered or supported accommodation. We operate throughout Southern and Central England, and our aim is to enable people to lead fulfilling and independent lives. For more information call 01753 747372 or visit www.radiansupport.co.uk | Redwhizz TV headphone amplifier and adaptor. Allows those who are struggling to hear the TV loudly or clearly enough to hear the TV at an amplified volume with headphones without affecting the sound levels from the speakers for those also watching the TV who require normal sound levels. | |
Right at Home Whether a family member needs a little extra help around the house, assistance recovering from a hospital stay or someone to check in on them throughout the week, Right at Home Maidenhead's in-home care could be the answer. Our quality home care services are built around your specific care giving needs and preferences. | ||
Rotary Club of Bracknell | Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service Your opportunity to interact with Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, learn how to prevent fires and keep yourself safe. Come and see us! | |
SE Berkshire Ramblers Stall with displays on walking and with literature to hand out to encourage new members. | SEAP We provide Health Complaints Advocacy Service - a free, independent, confidential service - giving support to anyone needing to make a complaint about their NHS care or treatment. Visit us at our stand to find out more. | |
Scrumptious Fudge Traditional handmade fudge | ||
Sebastian's Action Trust Sebastian's Action Trust is a Pride Of Britain Award winning local charity. We support families of seriously-ill and life limited children by offering free respite holidays in a purpose-built holiday house, called The Bluebells, in the Hampshire countryside. In addition we provide on-going practical and emotional support through our family outreach workers from diagnosis, treatment and beyond. | Seed EIS Platform | |
Senior Clicks Senior Clicks is a computer solutions company offering computer help and support for elderly individuals | Seniormoves Ltd | |
Soroptimist International of Slough Windsor and Maidenhead | ||
Photographs taken by club members over the past few years - they include Ascot, landscapes, portraits, and many more. | Sunningdale Bowling Club guarantees a warm welcome to established bowlers and to those with no bowling experience but who would like to have a try. | |
Sunninghill & Ascot Parish Council Information about local Parish and Council services and facilities. | Sunninghill Travel Independent travel agency | |
Sunrise Senior Living Limited | Synergy Heart Age Tests and health supplements Phoenix Cards | |
Talking Therapies Talking Therapies is a free NHS service that works with people who suffer with feeling low, worrying too much, stress or phobia. | Tax Help for Older People Display leaflets about Tax Help & the services the charity provides. Booklets describing the basic tax system will also be handed out. I will be present to answer any enquiries. | |
The Ascot Project organises the Retirement Fair and also runs weekly shopping trips for older people living in the Ascot area. | The Ascot Project car display A display of classic cars. | |
| The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust | The Berkshire Freemasons Over the past 10 years the Freemasons of Berkshire have helped over 600 worthy causes in the local communities. Representatives of the Charity will be available for information and advice on Freemasonary. | |
The Bracknell Forest Society Information about the society, what it does, what its aims are, how often it meets and what it can offer to the residents of Bracknell Forest | The Good Care Group The Good Care Group is an award-winning provider of high quality, specialist home care delivered by expert professional carers. We are leading the way in care of conditions, including MS, Parkinsons and dementia. | |
| The Infusionist Natural handmade skincare products and aromatherapy candles | The Link Visiting Scheme | |
The Look Out Discovery Centre The Look Out is set in Swinley Forest with 1,000 hectares of woodland to enjoy. The centre's main attraction is the hands-on science and nature exhibition with over 90 hands-on science and nature activities, ideally suited for children up to the age of 11 and their parents/grandparents! Plus, gift and coffee shops, adventure play area and mountain bike hire (seasonal). Lovely place to come for a walk, cycle ride or entertain grandchildren! | ||
The Royal British Legion (Poppy Appeal Berkshire) We are a charity who are looking for more Poppy Appeal Organisers for the area. This is largely for the Remembrancetide period and these volunteers are asked to coordinate an area - put poppy tins out / organise volunteers at supermarkets etc. | ||
The Utility Warehouse Discount Club | Travel-pa Travel-pa is a division of Sun set Travel Ltd and Luxury Holidays Direct. We offer unrivalled expertise, value for money and excellent service. The Travel-pa team are well travelled and knowledgeable. The exhibitors at the Retirement Fair will be Travel-pa`s cruise specialists | |
Tree Solutions Arboriculture Ltd | ||
Val Lee patchwork and hand made door stops, cushions etc. | Vikki Conway | |
Virgin Holidays Cruises, Worldwide Holidays and Escorted Tours | ||
WEA Windsor Branch Table top display showing courses offered by Windsor branch of the Workers Educational Association for 2014-2015 academic year. Brochures, leaflets and fliers available to take away A laptop showing an additional display | Ward Williams Financial Services Ltd We are Independent Financial Advisers with offices in Weybridge, Uxbridge, Bracknell and Sunninghill. As part of a Group that provides accountancy and tax solutions, we are well placed to cover all aspects of your needs including Protection, Retirement Planning, Investments, Wills and Inheritance Tax Planning. | |
Wiltshire Farm Foods Frozen food delivery service. Will have brochures to hand out and possible samples. | Windlesham Club & Theatre | |
Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead CCG | Windsor Audology Centre | |
Windsor Curves We are a Ladies Only fitness and weight loss centre that would like to have the chance to speak to ladies and hand out literature about the importance of keeping fit and healthy in their retirement. | Winkfield Parish Council | |
Representing The Woodland Trust and The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). |