In June, members were pleased to hear about the work undertaken by Age UK Trafford from their CEO, Ann Marie Jones, who was accompanied by Karen Patel, their Care Services Manager.
Age UK Trafford works in partnership with Age UK(the national charity) and only covers Trafford. This 'shared brand' allows for standards to be monitored, gives access to the national help line and the supply of literature. Other services, however, are funded and organised on a local basis, and Age UK Trafford have been operating for the past 40 years.
They offer information and advice to the elderly on both a drop in and telephone basis, advice on the benefits system, a home library service, dementia advice, meetings for interest groups, training for professionals and local businesses and silver surfer courses. They are also developing a falls prevention service, offer a “Winter Warmth” programme to test electric blankets and a “My Life, My Decision” programme highlighting rights for the end stage of life.
They have a small team of enthusiastic staff who are supported by many dedicated volunteers.