
Leeds Older People's Forum
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Leeds Older People's Forum - working towards a city for all ages.
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"If older people are recognised as integral to their communities, then they will be valued and feel included. If they are not, then they can be seen as a burden and feel excluded." Says Jessica Duffy, the Good Practice Mentor from Leeds Older People's Forum. Read more in our latest #IDOP2024





I was born with Spina Bifida. It doesnāt define me but is part of who I am. Growing up, I needed to see people like me. There werenāt many on the telly - but there was Tanni Grey-Thompson - she gave me hope. Because she didnāt stay at home - I saw that I didnāt need to stay at home either.

Navigating the road ahead Retiring from driving is a tricky subject, when driving may represent freedom, independence and staying connected. Our Mature Driving Appraisal can help you continue to drive safely, or find alternatives. bit.ly/NavigatingRoadā¦ RoadSafetyTrust IN William Merritt Centre


This is a great resource. What topics would make it even better? Age Friendly Leeds Dementia Friendly Leeds Forum Central

How about images of older people... playing sport creating art (of all sorts) relating to people of different generations What new collections of images would you like to see? Age Friendly Leeds Forum Central

It's time to share some kindness. Come to Kinder Leeds' Festival - 7 September, 11-3, Left Bank (Cardigan Road, LS6 1LJ) for games, crafts, food and fun. Forum Central Hey Neighbour



Join us on September 2nd at Age UK to share your thoughts on improving services for older people. Tea, coffee, and cake will be provided; no booking is required. We have a small budget to support people with travel needs. Call us on 0113 244 1697 or email [email protected]


September update We know that August can feel a bit quiet ā but itās just a lull before the storm of September. Read just a bit of what weāve been doing, and what we expect to do next. bit.ly/Update2409 Forum Central Age Friendly Leeds 100% Digital Leeds Dementia Friendly Leeds


LOPF Trustee, David Smith, launches the Catch The Bus campaign which runs through September. In his blog he shares his love of travelling with his concessionary Happy Bus Pass. bit.ly/HappyBusPass Age Friendly Leeds Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire Forum Central



How does it feel to be 60? āI am braver, and (I hope) wiser, and I know my strengths a bit better, and I am panicking a bit...ā Read Jessicaās blog on celebrating the role of older people in communities. bit.ly/ThePartWePlay Age Friendly Leeds Forum Central Ageing Better


bit.ly/SeedsWePlantToā¦ We call on all businesses and organisations in Leeds to think how they can be age friendly and dementia friendly. Planting those seeds today will benefit us all tomorrow. OWLS (Older Wiser Local Seniors) HEART - Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre @blossomhomecare The Rainbow Care Group Wetherby in Support of the Elderly (WiSE)
