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I am a retired geologist. We visit family in Bere Regis almost monthly when we can
and enjoy walks in your very special countryside. During recent visits I have started Foster Carers
to think about the landscape and its evolution on geological timescales. A lot can Dorset Council is joining forces with other local authorities across the south west
be learnt by researching published geological maps and reports. In outline, the region to call for more people to consider becoming foster carers. According to
story starts 75 million years ago in a deep warm clear sea, it encompasses gentle The Fostering Network, there are 6,140 children in care in the south west and 2,650
tectonic uplift, younger river deposits and the effects of ice-age meltwater erosion fostering households, with many more needed. Local authorities from Dorset, Bath
and climate change.
and North East Somerset, Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire, North Somerset,
Please would readers put me in touch with any local people working in this area Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire have all come together to
of interest. I would be happy to share my findings - and, if appropriate, help run the latest campaign.
people access and understand the often-archaic world of geological terms and They are calling for those in the region with space in their home and their lives to
maps. Perhaps we could work together on resources for the village web page? – consider fostering for their council. There is a huge need to raise awareness of the
or produce occasional articles for the magazine? Maybe when times are better, need for more foster carers across our region. This campaign will help people to
we could arrange for a talk – or even a walk? Do let me know.
understand that when you foster for your local council you are part of a service
Jim Marshall (jimmarshall58@gmail.com , tel – 0757 060 5659) that is not for profit and where every penny is spent on providing a good service
to the children and their foster carers. We are so grateful to all our foster carers.
They make a real difference to the lives of children in our county. If you are
interested in fostering, you need to be aged 21 or over and have a spare
POETRY CORNER bedroom. Find out more by visiting www.fosterindorset.co.uk or call 01305 225568.

Music is magic Getting help this winter
Music is magic when you sing with me
Dorset Council and partners in the community
Music is magic in love’s rhapsody response to COVID-19 are working together
Music is magic that comes from your
heart We shall be happy all life long t o o f f e r h e l p a n d s u p p o r t
to struggling residents this winter. Efforts
Music is magic that makes the day ‘cos we have our love and the magic are focused on supporting families with children,
start of song. people in financial difficulties and those facing
loneliness and isolation over the festive
You will be happy all the day long
season. The aim is to make sure
Eileen Richardson
If you have the magic of song. v u l n e r a b l e p e o p l e h a v e a c c e s s
to food and warm clothing for their

children, and someone they can talk to if they
Melody is magic makes every day fine need to.
Melody is magic with you all the time People experiencing financial difficulties are
urged to seek help by calling the Dorset Citizens
You will find beauty in all that you see
Adviceline on Freephone 0800 144 8848 or
If you have the magic of melody. textphone 0800 144 8884. By calling the
Adviceline, anyone struggling to pay their rent,

mortgage, debts or other bills can access free
When trees drop their leaves of gold expert help and advice and secure a referral to a local foodbank or community
food initiative if needed. Comprehensive information to help people find
We know Autumn is here
support is also available online at www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/reaching-out.
But if you sing all through Winter
Anyone staying at home because of COVID-19 without the support of family,
Spring is really quite near.

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