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  1. Helping older people stay safe and well at home

    local area. Our Warm Homes programme targets the most vulnerable and fuel poor older people. To be classed as ‘in or at risk of fuel poverty’ an older person must be over 65 years of age and at ... handyperson will visit an older person’s home to check how efficient it is. The handyperson fits appropriate equipment to increase the energy and thermal efficiency in the home. This includes things

  2. Keep dancing

    Jeannie has been attending a Movement to Music class. It’s part of Age UK Somerset’s Ageing Well programme , which offers a range of exercise classes – from chair-based sessions to tai chi ... struggled to bend it,” says Jeannie. “But when I started going to a Movement to Music class, the lovely instructor, Chris, encouraged me to start standing on my toes and do a bit more every

  3. Social groups and activities for older people

    older people. What's on in my area? Each local Age UK has its own unique timetable of clubs and classes – what runs at one Age UK will be different to a neighbouring one. Examples include: Arts & ... clubs Men in Sheds Photography club Pub lunch Quizzes Tea dance You may need to book a place in the class and you will usually pay a small amount to take part. Make friends through Age UK Why take up a social

  4. Preventing falls

    floors are clear of trailing wires and wrinkled or fraying rugs and carpets. Think about installing fitted handrails in helpful places, like by the bath and in the garden. Non-slip mats can also be helpful

  5. u3a – Later life learning

    However, there’s no lower-age membership. u3a aims to be as accessible as possible – classes are held in various locations. Groups meet either at somebody’s home, or in a room in a local ... subject. For language classes, most of the group leaders tend to have specialist knowledge, or they may be native speakers of the language they’re teaching. Each u3a class is different, so membership

  6. LGBT+ groups for older people and staying connected

    Keeping in touch with others and taking part in social activities can help us stay connected and prevent feelings of loneliness. Some local Age UK's run groups aimed at older LGBT+ people.

  7. How to look after your feet

    or slippers around the house and don't walk indoors in bare feet, socks or tights. Wear shoes that fit well – high-sided shoes with low heels, thin soles and a good grip are a great choice. Where

  8. Older people take their passion for writing online

    Writing group goes Zoom! A writing group at Age UK Salford hasn't let the lockdown dampen their creative spirits. Instead they've taken their sessions online to great success. Writing provides the opportunity ... efforts online, keeping the same day and time they used to (Wednesdays at 1.30pm) but now hold them on Zoom. The group is led by Bill Cameron – a volunteer at Critchley for 5 years who supports IT learning

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  10. Helping someone to get active

    best. This includes things like: walking zumba swimming dancing yoga. Lots of local Age UKs run classes tailored for older people. Find your local Age UK and get in touch to see what they can offer.

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