Our services
Age UK Solihull has a well established range of services that have been developed over 30 years of experience in meeting the needs of older and vulnerable people in Solihull. These services are constantly under review to ensure that they are fully effective and efficient in their delivery, and consistent with the requirements of our funders, and most of all, meet the needs of local people and their families and carers.
We are open Monday to Friday only.
Our Services
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Community Advice Hubs
Need information and advice? Come to our Community Advice Hubs based in Solihull and Chelmsley Wood Libraries. The Hubs deliver our Older People's Information & Advice service, but they can also help any Solihull resident aged 18+ and their carers.
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Direct Payments
Direct Payments are monetary payments made to individuals who request to receive one or all of their eligible care/support needs.
Carers may also be eligible for direct payments.
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Clubs and Activities
We have four weekly social clubs to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst older people.
We also have details of other clubs in and around Solihull.
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Linking People Together (Befriending)
A service which enables isolated people to interact with others either at home or in their local community.
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Home Support Service
This is home help service where we assist older people with jobs around the house such as, meal preparation, laundry and even taking clients to help with their grocery shopping.
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Postural Stability Instruction
Our falls prevention classes help older people who have previously suffered a fall in a last 12 months. The classes help with muscle tone and balance in older people and ensure that they build up their confidence.
For all services, please contact the Community Advice Hubs:
Telephone: 0121 709 7590