Tag Archives: Older People

Say it loud – Age Proud Leeds

Posted on September 24, 2019 by

How do you know when you’re old?  Is it when unasked for information about funeral plans and life insurance are posted through your door?  Or when you realise you don’t know what Snapchat is or you have to scroll further … Continue reading →

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What’s happening in Leeds to celebrate International Day of Older Persons?

Posted on September 19, 2019 by

This year Leeds is celebrating International Day of Older Persons with a number of different events based on this year’s theme: Age Friendly Leeds which will take place throughout Leeds between 30 September and 7 October. The events are all … Continue reading →

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100 coming ready or not Leeds 1152 gets ready for the new 2019 season

Posted on September 3, 2019 by

Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the 1152 Club, will be starting its 2019 autumn calendar of free fortnightly Friday talks for those aged 55+.  From small beginnings the club has become a thriving group providing not just educational but also social … Continue reading →

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Get set Leeds – here to help everyone get more active

Posted on August 7, 2019 by

    We all know it feels good being active, and we all know what the doctors tell us about the benefits to our mental and physical health. But sometimes life can just get in the way. Read Liz’s story … Continue reading →

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Leeds gets physical with Activeage

Posted on June 19, 2019 by

Have you heard about ACTIVAGE?  Happening in Leeds at the moment, this scheme supplies technology free of charge in people’s homes to help them live more independently and provide peace of mind for relatives living at a distance. Let’s find … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Nutrition and Hydration week in Leeds by raising a glass, or two, strictly teetotal though

Posted on March 14, 2019 by

From 11th – 17  March join in Nutrition and Hydration week by making a pledge to drink at least the recommended 8 glasses of fluid each day to help prevent dehydrations, falls, and urinary tract infections? Nutrition and Hydration week … Continue reading →

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Celebrating nutrition and hydration week in Leeds with the Trinity Network

Posted on March 11, 2019 by

Nutrition and Hydration week commences Monday 11 March and this national campaign brings people together to create energy, focus, have fun and educate people on the value of food and drink in maintaining health and wellbeing in health and social … Continue reading →

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