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All the waste and recycling centres across Calderdale will be returning to seven day opening, at no additional cost to Council taxpayers. The changes will be introduced by the end ....
Ongoing work at Huddersfield Bus Station has resulted in a number of changes to the services and facilities normally on offer. As of 9 August 2026, the following changes are in ....- Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in your local community? Age UK currently looking for Home Helpers, Driver/Carers and Volunteer Trustees ....
- The Council has a directory of places where people can gather for free in a warm, safe, welcoming place. Maybe to enjoy a hot drink and some company! But, in summer, many of these ....
Who this guidance is for This guidance is from the UK government and provides advice for everyone on how to stay safe during hot weather. Anyone can become unwell if they get too ....- Enjoying the sunshine? Don’t give thieves an opportunity. This is the latest advice from the police. As temperatures rise, people often leave windows open, valuables on ....
The older person’s website, Independent Age, has put together a great guide to paying for Care Home fees, if you own a home. See below for details and link to the key ....- A mature driver appraisal has been developed to support a driver’s confidence and to keep people driving safely for longer. Do you know a mature driver that would benefit from a ....
In the latest blog by fit20, an innovative exercise and fitness session provider, they look at exercise for people with arthritis. Worried about exercising safely with arthritis? ....- In his latest blog, Bluebird Care Calderdale’s Shabir Hussain looks at how Night Care is an option for families looking to keep relatives safe and well in their own homes ....
- Another great blog from our partner Anchor, who run a number of care homes in Calderdale. Warmer weather can be enjoyable, but it’s important to take extra care during hot spells. ....
International Day of Older People: A month of celebrations: 1st – 31st October 2026 This year’s UK theme for the International Day of Older People is What’s on Your ....
The government has introduced a service which, amongst other things, allows you to check the rate and length of your benefits awards and download proof of entitlement. You can get ....- It is important to make sure bird baths are kept topped up with water in hot weather. Baths will be used by invertebrates and mammals as well as birds, meaning they are a good way ....
Get rewarded for travelling sustainably with BetterPoints West Yorkshire. BetterPoints West Yorkshire has launched a region-wide rewards app encouraging healthier, more ....- A new weekly support hub has been launched in Brighouse. Full details below.....
Unpaid carers will be identified earlier and connected to support sooner under a new action plan from the government. This cross-government plan will improve recognition of unpaid ....- Calderdale Council are inviting residents to share their views on a draft Council Tax Vulnerability Policy for Calderdale. The policy updates the way the Council supports ....
Council Tax is becoming an increasingly unmanageable expense for older people in financial hardship. Unlike many other bills, households cannot reduce the cost of their Council ....- The Centre for Ageing Better is celebrating its first ten years and they are looking back at the work they have done to help ensure the country is well-placed to respond to the ....
- On 1 July, the energy price cap went up to £1,862 a year for a typical household. The amount you pay depends on where you live, how much energy you use and what type of meter you ....
- Neighbourhood Watch and home security experts ERA have combined to make a guide to keeping your property secure in hot weather. Read more on their website. Simple summer security ....
- Another great blog from our partner Anchor, who run a number of care homes in Calderdale. Anchor’s Sandholme Fold care home in Halifax welcomed back a familiar face on ....
- Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is a support scheme that mitigates the impact of Council Tax on people who would struggle to afford it. Council Tax is levied by each local authority ....
- The older person’s website, Independent Age, has put together a great guide to managing loneliness. See below for details and link to the key information on their website: ....
- While sunshine can lift our spirits, hot weather can pose serious health risks well before temperatures reach extreme levels. Following the recent heatwave, this is the latest ....
- People across West Yorkshire are helping to tackle unsafe speed through ‘community concern sites’. If someone is worried about speeding drivers in their area, they can report it ....
- Our local woodlands, cloughs, and rivers are part of what makes living in Calderdale so special. But that beauty is under pressure. Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) are plants ....
In 2025, The King’s Fund undertook a scoping study of the available data on dementia care for the Alzheimer’s Society. This has resulted in a new “long read” by the ....- Blog. Hearing Check are your local experts in audiology. Here is their latest blog, looking at another key aspect of hearing health. NHS or Private Hearing Aids — Which Is Right ....
- In his latest blog, Bluebird Care Calderdale’s Shabir Hussain looks at how Live-in Care is an increasingly popular option for families looking to keep relatives safe and ....
- 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 ....
- 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 ....
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 ....
- 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 ....
- 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 ....
- 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 ....
- 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 providing support and social opportunities for people who have been affected by a stroke. When: On the second Monday of ....- 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 ....