Beyond 50 Newsletter
In our Beyond 50 Newsletter, we bring you the latest news, information and resources, for anyone with an interest in ageing well in Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend. You may be a carer or relative of an older person, or perhaps even a doctor, nurse, community care worker, support or community group facilitator – this newsletter is for you too.
January 2025 Issue
This issue is all about starting the year with a fresh outlook. We’ve got tips on staying mobile during the winter, a look into how Virtual Reality is supporting carers, support with setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney, and so much more.
Get involved
If your organisation has a one-off or regular event coming up, or if you’d like to write about a topic or service relevant to local people aged 50+, please send us an email to be considered for our next issue. There are also several opportunities for advertising space within our newsletter, we’d love to hear from you!
October 2024 Issue
We’ll be helping you to prepare for the colder months by sharing information and advice on winter-proofing your home and accessing benefits you may be entitled to. Get out and about by exploring the best that our rail networks have to offer, at a discount! Or get moving and grooving to shake off the winter blues.
July 2024 Issue
In this edition we’ll be celebrating the joys that the sunnier seasons bring in the themes throughout this newsletter, in the hope that warmer weather will make an appearance! Remember, age is truly just a number when it comes to enjoying all that life has to offer – and this summer, there’s lots to make the most of.
March 2024 Issue
As we head into the warmer months, this issue is all about staying active and healthy. Head to page 2 for the best of accessible scenic strolls across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend or to page 5 to read about a new study that suggests challenging your brain by doing things you enjoy can help improve colour perception as we get older.
December 2023 Issue
Becoming older is a natural phase of life many of us will experience. Will writing, retirement, home adaptations, and changes to your family and social commitments are all things you may start thinking about when you’re aged 50 and over. Our first issue of the Beyond 50 Newsletter is here to provide information, advice and resources to help you age well, all in one place.