Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UKDementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.orgThe Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line HelplineAlzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s SocietyConnect to support Hampshire
Advice on everything from health and wellbeing to carers, managing at home and money matters is available from Connect to Support Hampshire.
Website
www.connecttosupporthampshire.org.ukAge Concern Hampshire
Providing services to promote wellbeing and support for older people and their carers across Hampshire since 1985.
Website
www.ageconcernhampshire.org.ukOlder drivers
Information on the law about driving licences, driving assessments and advice for drivers and family members.
Website
www.olderdrivers.org.ukOlder drivers forum
They give practical and informative help and support to continue driving or pointing you in the right direction for an assessment to identify your driving needs from wing mirror adapters to an elevated driving seat.
Website
www.olderdriversforum.comVillage Agents (Kingsclere and Overton)
Village Agent volunteers, supported by Age Concern Hampshire, help people and their family, friends and carers find the information and support they need to stay living safely and independently.
Find – Provide information on a range of topics, such as finding help to manage around the home, social activities locally or what government help you may be eligible for.
Help – When appropriate, provide a bit of tailored support to help you connect to the service you need, such as making a phone call or filling in an Attendance Allowance or Blue Badge form.
Connect – Can put you in touch with the right help, such as charities and local support groups, at the right time.
Kingsclere
Phone
07813 368259 Yvonne
Email
villageagent@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk
Overton
Phone
07843 853003 Janet
07776 595019 Gary
Email
overtonva@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk
75 and over
Do you know your blood pressure?
Having a healthy blood pressure (usually less than 140/90) helps to prevent heart disease and strokes. You can measure your blood pressure at home if you have a device, or in one of our waiting rooms.
Have you had all your vaccines?
Websites
Pneumococcal
ShinglesRegular exercise will prevent falls and fractures
A healthy diet with calcium and vitamin D will help our bones.
Website
Looking after yourselfVision and hearing
Visit the NHS website or book an appointment by phone or in person at your nearest Specsavers.
Website
NHS hearing aids
Planning for the future
We may not all want to think ahead, but planning ahead can make a real difference.
Are you claiming all the Benefits you are entitled to?
Website
Benefits (connecttosupporthampshire.org.uk)
Do you have a lasting power of attorney?
Website
Make, register or end a lasting power of attorney
Have you considered your future needs and priorities?
Websites
ReSPECT for patients and carers
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers in Hampshire (carercentre.com) or phone 01264 835246
Being socially connected
Having friends and family around us has many benefits, but we know this is not possible for everyone. Please contact our social prescribers via our website or by calling our reception team on 0333 034 1033 if you need more information or support.