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About Age Concern Northamptonshire

Age Concern is the UK's leading independent charitable body committed to the well-being of all older people.
 
As a caring organisation we are committed to the promotion and delivery of good quality services and projects to enable people to get the most from later life.

We undertake to influence policy and practice and change views about ageing in order to create greater understanding about the needs of older people - both in terms of their care and the opportunities they seek to help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

We will do this by applying our experience in new and ingenious ways to meet their needs.

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Written by Jo Gunnett | 27 August 2010

"Community Events & Promotions Team"

Do you possess excellent interpersonal skills?

Are you confident?

Do you enjoy meeting people?

If so, Age Concern Northamptonshire would like to hear from you! We are forming a small team of volunteers to engage with members of the public on the services we deliver to older people. The role will involve attending Community Events where Age Concern displays a stand, talking to a group of 6th Formers about our work or engaging with Lunch Club/Women's Institute/etc attendees.

Volunteers will have not only have received full training on our services, but they will be gently introduced to the role by accompanying members of staff to such events until they are confident to work alongside other volunteers.

In return, you will be able to engage with many people from various backgrounds and groups and gain a greater understanding of the support networks that exist, you will travel around the County with all expenses reimbursed and will become a valued and recognised member of the team at Head Office.

We would welcome interest from any age group but look for a sense of commitment and genuine interest in promoting the work of the charity as well as the ability to communicate effectively with members of the public.

Please call Jo Gunnett, Volunteer Co-ordinator on 01604 611 200 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Venton Day Centre Centre, Northampton

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Written by Jo Gunnett | 20 August 2010

Our very busy Lifetime Centre in Northampton (The Venton Centre) is looking to recruit a team of volunteers!

We are looking for people who are able to commit to at least 1 day a week and who can work on their own initiative as well as within a team. Previous experience is not necessary but an understanding of how old age can affect one's well-being is an advantage.

The role will include encouraging our clients to particiapte with activites, an ability to engage in conversation with clients, serving refreshments and lunch and assisting where necessary.

Included within the Centre is a Special Care Unit who offers a Day Service to people with Dementia. If this appeals to you, we are recruiting volunteers any day Monday to Thursday.

This role would appeal to anyone who enjoys social interaction!

Please contact Jo Gunnett on 01604 611 200 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Guaranteed Investment for the future!

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"Guaranteed Investment for the future!"

Most of us like to put something aside for a rainy day, however due to the recent financial crisis and growing uncertainty with banks you’ll not be alone wondering where your money is safe. Now more than ever people are looking for investments to safeguard their future and remove the financial burden from their families. Now could be the time to consider purchasing a Prepaid Funeral Plan.

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“Save More – Pay Less”

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“Save More – Pay Less” – a new Guide on saving money through energy efficiency

Reducing your energy use results in smaller bills‚ leaving you with a greater proportion of your income to spend elsewhere. By following the suggestions in the guide‚ you can reduce the amount of energy you use, save money and still meet your needs. We have included some of the Guide’s tips here but to get a complete copy ring: 0800 00 99 66.

Here are some examples of the money you can save:

  • installing cavity wall insulation can save you up to £320 per year
  • increasing loft insulation to 250mm can save up to £120 per year
  • an ‘A’ rated fridge/freezer can save up to £37 per year on running costs
  • draught-proofing can save up to £20 per year
  • insulating your hot-water tank can save up to £20 per year
  • a single low-energy light bulb can cost up to £4.50 less a year to use than a traditional bulb.

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Hearing Voices

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Written by Liam Condron

Our Hearing Voices column replaces our popular Hearing Voices Newsletter which has been your chance to have your voice heard on policy and campaigning issues that effect older people. Please Tell us your view either by letter to 31 Billing Rd Northampton NN1 5DQ or email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and see what people thought when you read the next issue of Age Concern News and Views.

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Don't lose out!

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Each year the Department for Work and Pensions publishes estimates of the take-up of income-related benefits. The latest edition indicates that up to £5 billion of Pension Credit, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit was unclaimed by pensioners in 2006-07. Up to 45% of eligible pensioners don't claim Council Tax Benefit and up to 41% don't claim Pension Credit. Are you one of these people? Don't miss out! Phone us for a full benefit check today. 0845 6772220. Your call will be treated in the strictest confidence.

"Good Neighbours" Befriending Scheme

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The "Good Neighbours" Befriending Scheme has now been running for 1 year and has been incredibly successful, having matched just over 150 clients throughout the County with volunteer visitors.

The objective is to tackle the social isolation that many older clients experience in their own homes by asking volunteers to visit them regularly or phone them during times of poor weather or ill-health.

I still need to recruit volunteers in the County and am looking for independent people who are able to work on their own inititative and have the ability to listen as well as talk. Having your own transport is not necessarily important as I aim to match client with volunteer within the locality.Neither are work commitments so important as volunteers can determine how long and when they are able to visit.

If you need a tiny bit of persuasion, please click the play button below and hear Joy's personal account of what the "Good Neighbours" Scheme means to her!

 

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