Older people

As the costs of energy, food and other bills continue to rise, the coming months are expected to be difficult for many older residents across the city-region.

There are lot of services that can help. 

The Greater Manchester Ageing Hub has partnered with national older person's charity Independent Age to launch Winterwise, a new guide to keeping well during the winter period. 

• ‘Stay warm’ – Providing information about the financial support that older people could access to help them with rising energy costs

• ‘Stay safe’ – Focusing on home safety advice for older people, including fire safety, how to spot and report scams, and what to do if they fall

• ‘Stay well’ – Tips and advice on mental health and wellbeing, eating well and keeping active

Find out more about Winterwise. 

It is also important that we check-in on the older people in our lives or in our neighbourhoods.

Here are some simple conversation starters to see if older people are getting the support they need:

• How are you doing today?

• Are you warm enough at home?

• Are you able to get the food you need?

• Are you managing to stay active?

• So much is online now – do you need help to get anything sorted?

• Do you know about community warm spaces in your area?

• Would you like a free home fire safety check from the Fire Service?

• Have you checked your home for trip hazards?

• What’s on the menu tonight?

• Are you up to date with your jabs?

• Have you checked you are getting all the financial support you are entitled to

• Did you know, your local council has a dedicated phone number for cost of living support and advice?