All our latest news, chosen for older people and their families and friends, with a focus on Calderdale.
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Hosted by Marmalade Trust, Loneliness Awareness Week runs from 15-21 June. It is the world’s largest campaign to inspire conversations about loneliness and promote ....
Two new reports published by the Alzheimer’s Society reveal that dementia patients routinely face prolonged delays to diagnosis, followed by gaps and stark inequalities in ....
During the recent Neighbourhood Watch Week, the Neighbourhood Watch people highlighted the fact that looking after shared spaces helps people feel proud of where they live and ....
Independent Age, the older person’s organisation have launched a petition calling for a national social tariff for water bills. More than 6,200 people have already signed to ....- Older person’s organisation Re-engage have immediate vacancies available on their telephone befriending service, for people aged 75+. This service is free and is a weekly ....
- Green Doctor Yorkshire offer free, impartial energy advice to help you save energy in your home, reduce your bills, and access other services and initiatives available. Their ....
The group behind plans to build a natural swimming pool in Holmes Park, Luddenden Foot are consulting with local people. Here’s what they say: “Before we go any ....- From 1 June 2026, construction will begin on the Huddersfield Bus Station project, led by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Here’s their round-up of advice and info for ....
- Are you caring for someone with support needs? If you are, the Calderdale Safeguarding Adults Board in collaboration with Community Voice would like to invite you to our Meet the ....
In the latest of our series of blogs by fit20, an innovative exercise and fitness session provider, based in Hipperholme, they look in more depth at their unique method and ....- Independent Age, the older person’s website, has produced this great little video looking at benefits at pension age and above. The video includes details of how to get in ....
- Hot weather isn’t to everyone’s liking. If you are struggling with the heat in summer, here are a few tips to help you stay cool. How to Stay Cool Stay out of the ....
In his latest blog, Bluebird Care Calderdale’s Shabir Hussain looks at how to set up Home Care for a parent. This can be a process where time is at a premium, so it’s ....- Here, in the second blog from our new partner, Anchor, who run a number of care homes in Calderdale, they look at a very special celebration for a resident Life in Sandholme Fold ....
- The West Yorkshire Financial Exploitation & Abuse Team have been busy working on an important new resource for members of the public to access. A short, insightful video has ....
- Age Concern Todmorden have been in touch with their latest newsletter, with some ongoing and upcoming events and opportunities. It’s an excellent read, especially if ....
- Healthwatch Calderdale are currently running two surveys on Dementia Care and Strokes. We would be very grateful if our surveys would be able to be shared in your newsletter and ....
- Personalised Sunflower cards are now available. These Sunflower cards are for individuals who wish to inform others about their disability. It is entirely optional and a personal ....
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust have shared a small but important story this week, which will have benefits for many older people and people with disabilities. ....
- Calderdale leisure centres have put together a programme of exercise and activity classes for older adults – to help you age well! Every Monday at Sowerby Bridge Leisure ....
10 JUNE: Let’s Question Ageism Together. On Wednesday 10 June 2026, people across the country will come together for Age Without Limits Day — a national day of action to challenge ....- The older person’s website, Independent Age, has put together a great guide to managing housing costs. See below for details and link to the key information on their ....
- Construction of the new leisure centre and swimming pool for Halifax has started, marking the next major phase of development for the state-of-the-art facility. Here’s the ....
- Blog. Hearing Check are your local experts in audiology. Here is their latest blog, looking at another key aspect of hearing health. “I Thought I Was Managing” – Why Many People ....
- We’d like to welcome a new partner of Calderdale Forum 50 Plus, Anchor, who run a number of care homes in Calderdale. In this, their first blog for us, they look at the ....
- Temporary stand changes will be in place at Halifax Bus Station from Monday 27 April until Sunday 14 June as the facility undergoes a programme of works. According to the ....
Age Without Limits Day 2026 will be on 10 June, so it’s time to get planning how you’ll take part. This year’s theme is all about the power of asking questions, to challenge ....- A new UK-wide system aims to make parking simpler for drivers, especially those who regularly travel between different towns and cities. The National Parking Platform (NPP) allows ....
- Re-engage, who provide volunteer-led activities for older people have published a report that suggests digital-first GP access risks excluding older people. Here’s what they ....
- Smokers in Calderdale are being encouraged to quit with the launch of a new campaign featuring Wendy and Amy Robinson who have both successfully quit smoking after Wendy lost her ....
- Baristas are better trained than dementia staff, according to a new report from the Alzheimer’s society. In a press release about the report, the organisation said: ....
- Access the Dales – is a charity that provides free hire of all‑terrain wheelchairs, helping people with limited mobility enjoy the great outdoors. They also offer free ....
- If you’re responsible for paying your Council Tax bill, you may be eligible for a discount. Independent Age, the older peson’s organisation have a webpage Help with your ....
- Calderdale Stroke Support Group (SAVG) meets twice a month: On the second Monday of the month at 2pm – 4pm at the Maurice Jagger Centre, Winding Road, Halifax HX1 1UX; And ....
If you’re planning major home improvements, it’s a great opportunity to make your property more energy efficient at the same time. Rather than focusing on small changes, this ....- The Department for Work and Pensions has published a new report which explores awareness and experiences of Pension Credit (PC) among older adults. Based on interviews with 70 ....
- In his latest blog, Bluebird Care Calderdale’s Shabir Hussain looks at how to get started with Home Care. It can seem to be a daunting step, but the process is designed to ....
In the latest of our series of blogs by the owners of fit20, in Hipperholme, an innovative exercise and fitness session provider, they look at how fitness can be achieved in an ....- Low-income disabled households are set to benefit from reduced water bills under planned changes to the WaterSure scheme in England and Wales. The government has confirmed that ....
- The SHUFFLER® is an award-winning seated exercise device designed to help people stay active, improve mobility and build confidence — all from the comfort of a chair. Whether ....
- A new report, co-authored by the King’s Fun and the Nuffield Trust, analysing findings from the British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey, found that for the first time since ....
- As we get older, we might need support to stay in our own homes. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it may help to think about changes you can make that can lighten your load. Small ....
- Natural Flood Management (NFM) plays a vital role in Calderdale, helping to slow the flow of water from the surrounding hillsides and reduce flood risk in our valleys. It is also ....
- What to do if you accidentally click a scam link Don’t panic, accidentally clicking a dodgy link doesn’t automatically mean your device is compromised. However, some ....
- Halifax town centre’s regeneration moves to a new phase shortly, with impacts across the lower end of the town centre. There’s a detailed explanation of the work and ....
- The Calderdale Cancer Aware Project have sent us a link to their online Autumn booklet with information of some of the work they have done and support they offer: Online Flipbook ....
- The older person’s organisation Independent Age has a website full of helpful advice – here’s a round-up of their advice for people who rent accommodation: ....
- West Yorkshire leaders are set to give the go-ahead for the first phase of a project which will see a new rail station and improved cycling and walking infrastructure built in ....
- Calderdale Council has announced that the Active Todmorden project is underway, beginning with improvements to National Cycle Network Route 66 at the location known locally as ....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZk5Olchy8Y We often feature products from Active Hands, the disability aids retailer. This time, we’re looking at their lap stacker. The ....