L-R, Hannah Warner, Jeanette Kearsey and Jennie Rochford sell cakes for Speakability
Hungerford Arcade were delighted to discover fresh homemade cakes on our doorstep this morning when the local branch of Speakability held a cake stall on the Town Hall steps.
Speakability is a national charity dedicated to supporting people with Aphasia and their carers. Aphasia is difficulty in communicating following a stroke, head injury, brain tumour or a neurological disorder such as Parkinsons. Judy King, the local organiser explained that it’s all about encouraging speaking and building confidence. They meet regularly for a range of activities. Singing is sometimes easier, as it uses a different part of the brain, and our local group are supported by the Rock Choir who produced a workshop where everyone sang music from each decade.
We can vouch for their cake baking skills – the display was superb and we are very pleased that we got there early as they were doing a brisk trade! The lemon drizzle was a particular triumph!
