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
Category: Help & Support
Age UK Vacancies
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,
Cool Spaces For Hot Days
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
Vehicle Security Tips for Hot Weather
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
Independent Age: Help with loneliness
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
Calling drivers over 65, book your safety check
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
Blog: fit20 looking at exercising safely with arthritis
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
Blog: Exploring the options for Night Care
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
Blog: Anchor’s Top Tips for Staying Cool this Summer
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
Check Your Benefits Online
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
New weekly support hub for Brighouse
A new weekly support hub has been launched in Brighouse. Full details below.
Report: Are You missing Out On Council Tax Reduction?
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
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