What do we want to do for older and vulnerable people?
Helping our older and most vulnerable people is another priority of ours. Age UK reports show that the population of over 65s in St Helens / Moss Bank are at ‘very high risk’ of loneliness.
Our own consultation with families and older people accessing our services indicate a greater need for social activities, more often, and with greater diversity of choice.
Maintaining a healthier lifestyle is also important, which is why we work in partnership to offer a weekly leisure activity throughout the year; as well as creative and artistic classes to provide a fun, creative outlet whilst making friends.
Our Activities for Older People
Mondays 9.30am – 12.00pm Like-minded artists of all abilities relaxing and exploring the world of painting. Workshops by professional artists held throughout the year. New members welcome! Contact: Doris Thompson on 07763 333 104 Cost: £4.00 per session .
Mondays 1.00pm – 4.00pm Have an accordion at home? Want to join a friendly group of fellow Accordionists? Well this is the group for you! A friendly group with refreshments included. Contact: Barry on 07565 947 162 Cost: £2.50 (inc. refreshments).
Wednesdays 12.00pm – 2.00pm A craft club that contains; Card making, Decoupage, Encaustic Painting, Coaster Making and much more - the only limit is your imagination! Contact:Park Farm Community Centre (01744 754367) Cost: £2.00 per session.
Thursdays 9.30am - 11.30am
(everyweek)
& 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Line Dancing & Tea Dances
(every 3rd & 4th Thursday of the month) Age UK Mid-Mersey Social Variety Groups conversation, tea, biscuits and activities to keep the over 55s mentally fit and active
Contact: 0300 003 1992 for more details and to book your place.
Tuesdays 1.00pm – 2.00pm Fit Forever session offers fun, physical activity sessions to improve health, happiness & wellbeing for the 60+. Badminton, Boccia, Bowls, Darts, Curling and Table Tennis! Join: Call Gemma Harkness at the St Helens, Sports Development Team on 01744 675403. Cost: £2.00 per session (inc. refreshments)
Coming soon!: When it is safer to do so, we will be launching a new weekly social group with light lunch and refreshments aimed at older people aged 65+. Facilitated by the St Helens Wellbeing Service, we will provide our older residents with a fun opportunity to chat, play games, socialise and feel good! Join:Show your interest Contact Us.
Coming soon! When it is safer to do so, we want to help our older men (65+) to improve their cooking skills. The course will aim to enhance your health and wellbeing; a great chance to meet new friends, improve confidence, and act as a springboard to engage in further activities at the Centre. Join:Show your interest Contact Us.
Why take up a social activity?
They can help us to maintain social connections and reduce feelings of loneliness.
A great way to learn a new skill or revisit a hobby you used to enjoy.
Taking part in social activities is shown to help us to stay sharp in later life.
