Whittington Time Exchange

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Current News: The 18th December was the last day of operation for the Fruit & Veg stall. A big thank you to all Time Bank members who took part to ensure that the local community were able to access good quality, low cost Fruit & Veg.
New activities include the Lunch Club whereby T.B members provide & prepare lunch for the Parenting Classes that take place every Thursday 9.00am- 12pm. Keepfit Classes Tuesdays 6.30pm-7.30pm and Pilates Mondays 7.00pm - 9.00pm.
Updated On: 29/01/2007 Updated By: Jonies Henry Email
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Where is the Time Bank based?
The Whittington Time Exchange is hosted by the Whittington Agenda 21 Group, and was launched in January 2002. The Whittington Agenda 21 Group is a voluntary organization that has been based at Hargrave Park School since 1999. The Group works in partnership with other local groups and organizations to develop projects that aim to improve the quality of life in the Whittington neighbourhood. The Whittington Time Exchange is one of these projects, developed in partnership with the School.
Buddies being interviewed by Councillor Willoughby
Right, 'Buddies' being interviewed by Councillor Willoughby at the launch of the Islington Time Banks Network.
What activities are Time Bank members involved in?
The Whittington Time Exchange was initially developed with funds provided by the Bridge House Estates Trust Fund and IT resources awarded by BT Community Connections. The second stage of the Time Exchange has been developed with funds provided by the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund (NRF) Time Banks in Islington Project and the Institute for Public Policy Research SchooLets/Time Banks in Schools Project. Currently the Time Exchange works primarily with members of the School’s community such as parents, careers and the school staff.
Participants in the Communication and IT Course
Alison with two participants in the Communication and IT Course
Above, Whittington Time Exchange Time Broker with two participants in the Communication and IT Course. Left, other Course participants at one of the sessions.
A record is kept by the Time Broker of the hours exchanged by each member and each hour equals one credit. Members use the credits accumulated by supporting and helping each other and can also put them into a common fund through which credits can be given to members for whom it is difficult to earn them, or offered as match funding for other projects.
Time Exchange members now have a drop-in facility made possible because of space provided by the School, with funds for equipment, building repairs and decoration from the Islington NRF Time Banks Network Project; and contributions in time made by Time Exchange members.The Centre was decorated by one of our most active members, who is a parent at the school, and who uses her credits on exchanges such as IT tuition and help with web design.
Launch of the Mini Cafe and Resource Centre
Right, launch of the Mini Cafe and Resource Centre.
The Cafe and Resource Centre offers time exchangers a friendly environment where they can meet, chat, and have a snack. They can take part in workshops and events, become involved in projects to improve the quality of life in the area, and obtain written and virtual information on issues that interest them. There are computers with internet access available to members.
Services and Skills available at Whittington Time Exchange:
friendship
cleaning
decorating
baby sitting
book keeping
computer training
accounting
mentoring
counselling
companionship
adult literacy
help with school trips
hearing children read
cooking
translation
basic skills training
dog walking
gardening
shopping
housework
massage
facials
word processing
chinese singing and dancing
math tuition
indian cookery
marketing skills
tai chi chuan
hairdressing
childcare
help with events
administration
home visits
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How can I become involved in the Time Bank?
If you would like more information about Whittington Time Exchange or to enquire about becoming involved go to Contact Details
 

 

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