A NEW group is starting for men who miss the mental challenge and social interaction of a work environment.
Men’s Oasis offers a friendly, intellectually stimulating meeting place where like-minded individuals can meet for group-driven activities.
These will include guest speakers, discussions and workshops.
The new venture is free to attend and is run by volunteers.
Group leader, Andy MacNaughton, values the diversity of experience and perspective new members will bring.
He believes that continuing to connect, share, and communicate beyond people’s working years is essential for a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement.
He says: “There just isn’t very much for retired professional men to do in Wokingham.
“There is the Men’s Shed, of course.
“It’s great for people who like making and fixing things.
“But not everyone can connect so easily with that kind of activity.
“This is a space for men who miss the cerebral stimulation of the workplace, and who want to keep up with what’s going on in the world of business.”
Andy is a trustee of Wokingham Job Support Centre which helps people prepare to find work, and a mentor for business executives.
“I had this idea about three weeks ago, and immediately, Wokingham Library has been very supportive,” he says.
“There are lots of groups for women in the area, but men aren’t as good at networking generally.
“This is a way for them to keep in touch with like-minded men and to stay mentally sharp.”
Andy has already had interest from people keen to come along.
He invites men to share their unique experience and expertise with others in a supportive and mutually understanding community.
Men’s Oasis will meet at Wokingham Library on the fourth Friday of each month from 10am to 12noon.
The first meeting is on Friday 24 March.
For more information email Andy MacNaughton at: [email protected]
