It is with regret and sadness that we learnt last week of the passing of John Mardel 'Jonty' who attended the Centre for many years. John had attended the Centre from its start back in 1986 and his family were active in helping form the Centre into what it is today.  John was a much loved Service User who was liked by all and his cheeky smile and finger wagging will be missed by all.

Our thoughts and sympathy go to his loving mum Liz and his loving sisters Lucy and Kate.

If you have any memories and photos of John that you would like to share with his family you can do so via the website link below.

Donations in lieu of flowers can also be made via the same website.  

https://jonty.muchloved.com.  

Although John's funeral will be a private event due to current guidelines if you would like virtually celebrate his life, his family would love for you to join them via the link below on Thursday 4th June at 2.30pm.

 http://crematorium.mediaondemand.net/Player/portchester/12876

Here's Richard looking after his tortoise and getting ready to plant up some hanging baskets.

Grant has been working hard painting the fence, cleaning the car and baking.

The guys at Thistledown having been showing their appreciation...

Here's Phil with some wholemeal soda bread that he baked.

One of our regular customers has kindly sent some pictures of her garden with plants bought from the Centre and we think it looks great!

If you have have any pictures you'd like to share of your garden, hanging baskets or pots with plants bought from the Centre we'd love to see them!

​Please email them to us at thenewblendworthcentre@btconnect.com

Jo has been working on a cross stitch.

Claire has been busy in the garden and working on more arts and crafts.

Here are some more updates from our Team.

Phil has been keeping busy doing jigsaw puzzles and has baked for the first time. Apparently he also makes a good  cup of tea!

Kelly has been keeping active and is looking forward to seeing everyone again.

David has been playing cards!

The guys at Holmside have been having fun in the garden.

Here is more of Claire's arts and crafts.

Katie celebrated the 75th anniversary of VE Day, has been painting a birdhouse for friends and making pancakes.