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revived, properly funded and that older people can be included in shaping improvements in their local area. With so many bus routes being cut in recent years,iii we frequently hear from people who struggle ... ensure they have access to the services and routes that work best for them, particularly in rural areas. Local authorities must consult with older people in the preparation of their transport plans, and
schedule with your volunteer manager, colleague or buddy beforehand. They should know the general area where you will be in and at what time you will be completing your visits. ● A gree a ‘safe phrase’
doing the training I had lost confidence. I was bereaved suddenly, upping sticks and moving to a new area. I have an older daughter who lives close, but I had to do it on my own. But doing the course it wound
also always happy to talk on The Silver Line Helpline, any time day or night. Local support in your area Local Age UKs offer a range of services to older people in their communities - from computer classes
licence and take back responsibility for funding it from the BBC. Read more about Age UK’s work in this area below. As well as doing all we can to preserve the TV licence, we’ve also marked Carer’s Week and
to when looking to deliver activity for older people. Each group will have different contacts and areas of expertise, so you can pick who would be the best partner for your project. Age UK National Age ... promote activities and provide a great depth of knowledge on current services for older people in your area. Some local Age UKs will have their own physical activity offer which can be an excellent place to
that I would like.’ ‘To meet new people – we hoped to get to talk to new people who live round this area. It’s all about meeting people and a bit of a natter. As you get older it is harder to meet new people
better deal with these challenges Sometimes people might want to know about services in their local area. We’ll be happy to find these details for you. Other callers may need an in-depth chat with one of
or free community transport differ widely between local authorities but can be a lifeline in rural areas. Reviving the national bus network Research by the Campaign for Better Transport found that 27% ... to ensure that older people are fully aware of the existing transport options and services in their area such as community bus services and dial-a-ride services and facilitate access to those services.
backlog and provide the resources Local Authorities require to fully operationalise the law in this area. • Following the pandemic, the Government must ensure that older people’s rights are properly considered