Age UK DudleyStay Safe

What does it do?The project has been in existence for over 5 years and provides practical help in preventing accidents and particularly falls in older
people in the following ways:

Advice booklet called "FALLS" and how you can avoid them". A new issue has just been published and we are looking for people having contact with older people to help in distribution.

Talks/presentations on accident prevention, crime prevention, general safety and the work of Age Concern Dudley delivered to groups, luncheon clubs or organisations.

Handyman scheme whereby small aids and adaptations, e.g. grab rails, additional stair rails, bathing aids etc. can be arranged.

Upgrade of security, fitting of window locks, door chains, door viewers etc. arranged in areas where crime is prevalent or the occupier is
particularly vulnerable.

Who it is for:

Older people in Dudley

Where it is available:

Local service covering: Dudley (West Midlands).

What it costs:

All the above facilities are free of charge and not means tested in any way.

How to access or apply for it:

For further details, contact Debbie Kelleher, Age Concern Dudley on 01384 355941 or email:
staysafe@ageconcerndudley.org.uk

What to expect then:

Applicants will receive further details about the service,

Classification(s):

Home maintenance, Information & options appraisal, Information, Handyperson / Odd jobs, Safety & security

Info last updated:

03/03/2011.
About the service provider:
Contact info:

Age UK Dudley: The Junction, 1 Cradley Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 9RA. (view on map)

Telephone: 01384 354508

http://www.ageukdudley.org.uk/index.cfm?id=365

Parent organisation:Age UK Dudley

Provider

Age UK Dudley