Age Concern Woking
Social Inclusion
We plan to make the lives of lonely, older people more meaningful, advertising through leaflets, fliers and posters.
About this cause
ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO THE OLDER PEOPLE OF WOKING FRIENDSHIP SERVICE (VISIT OVER 80 PEOPLE WEEKLY) INFORMATION AND SUPPORT LINE (OPEN EVERY MORNING) EMERGENCY HELP - WE DO NOT TURN ANY PROBLEM AWAY - WE EITHER OFFER HELP OURSELVES OR FIND SOMEONE WHO CAN HELP SUPPORT FOR RECENTLY DISCHARGED HOSPITAL PATIENTS HOME FIRE SAFETY CHECKS
How this cause brings people in the community together
It will give more older, lonely people a sense of purpose and belonging as does our already existing 'friendship' service. It will also give these people confidence and an assurance that someone cares and will be there to support them if they become ill. It is also a way of 'keeping an eye' on people who may not be managing as well as they used to.