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Welcome to Alice Cares.You might have noticed a couple of changes to the podcast. 1) New cover artwork! Don't Deb and Helen look lovely?!2) The podcast will now be monthly - out on the second Monday of each month.Today you're hearing from not just Deb and Helen but also Josie who has just joined the team as Grant and Fundraising manager.Josie started as a volunteer at the end of last year and tells Deb and Helen why Alice means so much to her.You'll also get to hear what Deb and Helen have been up which includes Helen arguing with a man online who "doesn't believe in poverty'To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The team at Alice has been growing recently and one of the new people to join is Kelly.She's the new Administration Apprentice, although she's not a total newbie to the charity because she volunteered with them a few years ago before having her little boy.Kelly joins Deb and Helen to talk about what she's doing and how being part of the team is already changing her life.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Deb and Helen are talking about the work they do as part of the family support team.Remember despite Deb trying to give herself the promotion most weeks it's Helen who is the boss.Like many of us, they've both been spending the last few weeks catching up from the Christmas rush!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of the ways Alice Charity supports families in North Staffordshire is through Bump and Beyond.You won't be surprised to find out Bump and Beyond is all about looking new mums, making sure expecting a child is the special time it should be for everybody.But this can't be done without your help and support as Deb and Helen explain.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's no secret that the team at Alice love a certificate. And in this episode of Alice Cares Deb and Helen are talking about some of the latest training they've been on.Training is an important part of working at Alice. It's not just about qualifications though, it's about making sure everybody is the best they can be.As always there are jokes along the way and today Deb invents yet another new word, but there's no certificate for that.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today you get to hear from another member of the Alice team - it's Dani who looks after Big Cup.Her and Deb chat about what goes on at Big Cup and Dani reveals exactly how much help Deb used to be during her time there!Big Cup is a free community play group for parents, babies and toddlers. Big Cup helps new families to overcome isolation by bringing them together with regular parent and toddler play groups across Newcastle & Stoke.More often than not it involves messy play!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to the 54th week of January or at least that's what it feels like doesn't it?Christmas has wiped out the People's Pantry at Alice Charity so Helen and Deb are asking you to go through your cupboards and see what you've got that you can spare. In fact they reckon it's a fantastic way to make sure that diet of yours stays on track - get rid of those calorie filled tins and boxes! Win Win.You'll also hear about the weird foods the pair like to eat themselves.Dog biscuits for tea anybody? Don't worry the People's Pantry won't be giving out dog biscuits to feed families...To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's a very exciting time for Alice Charity and in particular Helen and Deb.A new trainee scheme is starting. It's a three year scheme and it's based on how Helen and Deb started at Alice.In this episode you'll hear what it's like working at Alice, what you gain from being in the office and the particular qualities you need to get on well in the team. Here's a clue - you'll need to be good at making a brew!If you want to find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy New Year!Deb and Helen are starting the new year looking back on what happened in 2019 and planning their resolutions (or lack of) for 2020. The office is reopening today (Monday 6th January) but there's still a lot of post Christmas shenanigans to clear up after!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ho Ho Ho!It's the last few days before Christmas and it's been a ridiculously busy few weeks for the team.The number of families asking for help at the People's Pantry is up and there's been a number of walk ins to the office too.Neither Helen or Deb are ready for their own Christmas celebrations but they are both looking forward to a bit of a break!There'll be no episode next week but the team will be back ready for the new year on 6th January!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The countdown to Christmas is on at Alice HQ!It's the last few days before the staff at Alice have a bit of a break for Christmas, but before that can happen there are thousands of toys to deliver to families in Stoke on Trent and Newcastle who wouldn't normally get a present at Christmas.But before all that Deb and Helen have a rant about Mince Pies, tomatoes being a fruit, Christmas Eve boxes and other traditions. Well it's not Christmas without a bit of a discussion is it?To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Alice Cares.Christmas is still top of the agenda for the team at Alice. This week Helen and Deb are discussing how challenging it is to buy gifts for teenagers. And in particular teenage boys. Some of the teenagers in the families supported by Alice are carers and quite often treated as adults when they really are still children, so it's important they get looked after at Christmas.Last year the charity provided more than 5000 presents for children across Stoke on Trent and Newcastle.The issue of children feeling guilty because their parents are not getting any presents was also discussed.If you want to help the team with suggestions of presents get in touch with Emily on christmas@alicecharity.comTo find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Can you imagine waking up on Christmas Day and not having a present to open.That is a sad reality for many children across Stoke on Trent and Newecastle under Lyme.Alice Charity wants to make sure that doesn't happen and needs your help to get presents.The Christmas email to help out for the Christmas campaign is christmas@alicecharity.comTo find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Alice Cares from Alice Charity.Alice is a local charity which supports children and families within the communities of Stoke-On-Trent and Newcastle-Under-Lyme, in times of crisis.As Christmas gets ever closer, it's getting busier in the Alice office. Helen and Deb tell us what they're up to, why Twiglets aren't on the shopping list for Helen and how you can help the 7 families a day who are visiting the Alice Charity People's Pantry in Newcastle.There's also still time (at time of recording) to enter this year's Santa Dash!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to this week's episode of Alice Cares with Deb and Helen.This week it's all eyes on the annual Alice Santa Dash. The 5km dash takes place on Saturday 8th December at Hanley Park.It's a great way for Alice Charity to raise money, especially at Christmas. This is a busy time for all the team as they help families across Stoke on Trent and Newcastle under Lyme.You can sign up for the Santa Dash here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santa-dash-2019-tickets-75821360731 Oh and there will be snow so it's the perfect way to get ready for Christmas, burn off some Christmas calories and help provide gifts for children in Stoke on Trent and Newcastle who may not get a present on Christmas Day.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to this week's episode of Alice Cares with Deb and Helen.We make no apologies for talking about Christmas this early on in November because it's one of the charity's busiest times.Last year more than five thousand presents were handed out to families across Stoke on Trent and Newcastle Under Lyme.Deb and Helen talk about the presents they always struggle with and how you can help.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to this week's episode of Alice Cares with Deb and Helen.It's a cold Alice HQ as the boiler has broken and the pair are feeling the chill.Good news - Alice has been given iPads by DPD which will cut work time down significantly as there won't be any duplication whilst out on visits.Deb has signed off another family which means they've come on so far they don't need support from Alice any more. This is a fabulous achievement, especially as Deb hates letting "her families" go!Oh and Deb also tells you about her recent trip! To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Alice Cares a podcast from Alice Charity based in North Staffordshire.Every week you'll hear from Helen and Deb, two of the charity's family support workers. The pair chat about all things Alice and all so much more!Today they're discussing Big Cup - Alice Charity's community play groups. Big Cup helps new families to overcome isolation by bringing them together with regular parent and toddler play groups across Newcastle & Stoke. And it's free!Interesting fact - Big Cup was the first step to Alice Charity becoming what it is today!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Deb and Helen chat about recent fundraising efforts that have taken place to raise money for Alice Charity. It includes trekking up actual mountains (Snowdon in Wales and Ben Nevis in Scotland).Now Deb and Helen don't fancy climbing a mountain, but they've got a few ideas and suggestions for some fundraising ideas. Helen fancies the worlds fastest zip wire in Wales, Deb thinks white water rafting or jumping out of a plane is a good idea!The countdown is on for the annual Alice Santa Dash too - a 5km run, walk or just crawl around Hanley Park on December 9th which is an easy way for you to help raise money for the charity.If you have an idea for a fundraising challenge, get in touch with the team, they'd love to hear from you.To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten ByBenjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed ByBRASKOProduced ByBRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Once Deb and Helen have figured out who is the boss, Deb stops moaning about being cold & her nail falling of the pair talk about the importance of corporate support.DPD have recently put on a couple of networking breakfasts for Alice Charity and they are also supporting them with the Pass It On campaign. Pass It On allows Alice to pick up and deliver larger items of furniture and white goods. They talk about this scheme more in episode number 5.The networking breakfast is attended by other businesses and fingers crossed means more local businesses will start supporting Alice.There's also an update about a new member of the team!To find out more about Alice Charity check out their website and facebook page Theme Music: Pink PantherWritten By Benjamin Caleb JohnsonPerformed By BRASKOProduced By BRASKO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.