‘Wheels for all’ project in Dudley aims to make cycling more inclusive as an activity for people with disabilities and vulnerable adults. Please see attached flyer for details of an event taking place on the 13 June. Wheels for...

Helping older people stay safe and well this summer The warmer summer months are the time for getting outdoors, having picnics and barbecues, enjoying the warm weather and relaxing in the sunshine. The higher temperatures and a stronger sunshine can pose some serious health risks though, particularly to older people. During the fantastic summer of 2018, many older people struggled to keep cool and it’s vital that some precautionary measures are taken to keep safe and well in the warmer months. Dudley Council is running a summer campaign – ‘spring into summer’, this summer, which aims to help older people stay safe, well, healthy and happy over the warmer, months. An information booklet will list hints and tips to stay well, as well as services and organisations that can help people keep healthy, in touch with other people, avoiding feeling isolated and happy this summer. Look out for the booklet at pharmacies, libraries and other local pick up points. Find out more at...

Dudley Carers Hub is helping highlight the issue of isolation for unpaid carers this National Carers Week. Carers Week runs from 10 to 16 June and this year is focusing upon ‘Getting carers connected’ to support services, information and advice, as well as to family and friends. One in three carers reports feeling lonely and isolated, cut off from friends and family. Dudley Carers Hub, based on Wellington Road, Dudley opened its doors in June 2018. It has since helped hundreds of carers living in Dudley Borough to find vital information, access advice and practical support...

Make fitness your goal this summer, with a discounted monthly membership at Dudley, Halesowen and Crystal leisure centres. Only *£20.19 per month until 31 October, get unlimited use of lifestyles gyms, public swimming, fitness classes, badminton and more. Offer available 7 June – 7 July....

April to June Healthy Footsteps Please find attached Healthy Footsteps for 50 plus programme, April to June.  Also attached are all the posters for the quarter’s longer and speciality walks.  Through your help we have welcomed quite a few new members over the last 3 months, so we would really appreciate if you could share with those that may be interested and promote wherever possible, thank you. Sabrina (Sam) Mullet, Age UK Dudley April – June 2019 Walk Programme FULLDownload Bluebell Walk May 19Download Forestry School June 19Download Local Industry History April 19Download New Thursday Walks MayJune 2019Download Picture Safari June...