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'Blind Life in Durham is a social charity. We are a friendly pro-active group of blind and partially sighted people that meet regularly at events where we have chats and plenty of laughs. We provide monthly talks on a range of subjects, social events; days out together; New Age Kurling; and New Age Bowls. Blind Life in Durham also enters New Age Kurling Competitions with any members wishing to take part.',
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'The main times are:\n- First Monday of the month - Book Club at Durham City\n- Second Monday of the month - Social Meeting at Durham City\n- Third Friday of the month - Blind Veterans Life Together at Ferryhill',
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'To provide assistance where required and to make teas and coffee to blind and partially sighted people so that they can enjoy and be comfortable at social meetings, book club and/or New Age Kurling.\nWhile the purpose of the role is to provide assistance to our members, we also welcome our volunteers to take part in any event that we host and they may enjoy.',
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'An enjoyment of engaging with people.\nA positive attitude, team player, and willing to assist people.\nA good standard of communication and timekeeping.\nCan understand and follow guidelines and work to deadlines.\nBe flexible in your approach.',
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'Our Trustee’s play a vital role in making sure that Blind Life in Durham achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Blind Life in Durham has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support their employees to enable Blind Life in Durham to grow and thrive.\n\nTrustees have a collective responsibility. This means that Trustees always act as a group and not as individuals. All Trustees must follow Companies House, and the Charity Commission rules and regulations.\n',
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