Resources
Age Concern Islington has developed the following resource pack for use by organisations working with older people. It lists numerous local and national sources of help and support for older people and their carers, and indicates very briefly what sort of support might be available from each. It does not claim to be an exhaustive list, but we hope you find it useful.
We have made the list as accurate as we could, but we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions, and inclusion does not constitute a recommendation. Please use the Feedback button to let us know of any corrections or useful additions to this list. Thank you.
Useful Contact Details (PDF 71KB).
“I never beg me bread yet” – A Review of Access to Benefits in Islington
In summer 2007, the Open Access project completed a report analysing and making recommendations around how benefits could be made more accessible to people from BME communities. The report is available below.
Review of Access to Benefits in Islington for Older People from BME groups (PDF 552KB).
Stand up against falls booklet
Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older. This booklet aims to give advice on how to reduce your risk of falling. Click on the following link and find out more.
Stand up against falls booklet (PDF 675KB).
Health Service Charges: - Free or Not?
Age Concern Islington have produced an easy to read factsheet setting out what health services you get free and what you may be charged for, including prescriptions, opticians, dentists and more. Please download your guide or contact us if you would like a paper copy. The factsheet is available here in English and in Somali.