“We’ve probably stopped so many assaults without even knowing.” BBC Yorkshire spent a Saturday night with the women at Leeds Night Safe Space. Women Friendly Leeds bbc.in/4crye7I

It was a pleasure to welcome the Minister for Civil Society Stephanie Peacock MP and Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire to East Leeds for a roundtable discussion at The Old Fire Station with some of the brilliant local voluntary and charity organisations making such a difference tackling challenges in our area.

New extended opening hours for the Carers Leeds Advice Line.

Come and join us on September 2nd to share your thoughts on improving services for older people. Tea, coffee, and cake will be provided; no booking is required. We have a small budget to support people with travel needs. Call us on 0113 244 1697 or email [email protected]

Unexpected withdrawal of the Winter Fuel Payment and Ofgem's energy cap increase of 10% will leave many older people like Elaine struggling to get by this winter. Help us to save the Winter Fuel Payment for struggling pensioners. Sign our petition 👉 bit.ly/3A4hoyo

Our Roadshow is now open! Come along to the White Rose and chat to us about your caring role and how we can help. We are here until 4pm.

Please share with lots of older people in Leeds. Come and join us! Forum Central Age Friendly Leeds

Are you or a loved one eligible for unclaimed Pension Credit? This extra cash could make a real difference to those most in need – and make sure they’re eligible for Winter Fuel Payments in the cold months ahead. Find out how someone can claim here: gov.uk/government/pub…

There are lots of ways we can reduce our risk of falling. Falls are not an inevitable part of ageing, but the risk of falls increases with age. Watch the video below about ways to reduce your risk of falling. leedsdirectory.org/falls-preventi… #FallsPreventionWeek #YHFalls UK Falls Prevention Network

Save your Winter Fuel Payment, Claim Pension Credit NOW. Call DWP: 0800 99 1234 gov.uk/pension-credit Need more support? Contact us Donate TODAY We need your help to deliver more support to vulnerable older people in Bradford, Keighley and Shipley. justgiving.com/campaign/wfp20…

Ensuring footwear fits properly, making sure it has a cushioned, light, flexible rubber sole & good grip, and avoiding backless footwear and heels above 1 inch can all help to #preventfalls. Care for and check your feet regularly and speak to your GP for help with foot problems.

Travel Connections is supporting Catch The Bus Month. See how you can take part this September bit.ly/3ZqubWz #CTBM24 Motability Foundation @AgeUKLeeds @PeopleInAction The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) Cross Gates & District Good Neighbours’ Scheme CIO BSA Leeds

Regular vision and hearing checks can help prevent falls. If you have them, remember to wear your prescribed hearing aids or glasses. Ensure glasses are clean and hearing aid batteries are charged. #YHFalls #fallsawarenessweek #thinkfalls

With the additional fiscal headroom identified, it is so important that a small proportion is used on a delay to the Winter Fuel Payments to protect those who are fuel poor this winter. Older people should not be cold this winter, or ever.

Are you eligible to apply for Leeds Homeshare? If you: •have a spare room •live in Leeds or surrounding areas •are able to manage at home with 10 hours of support for daily tasks •are a homeowner - renters can apply with landlord cooperation Yes?▶️leeds.gov.uk/homeshare

Great morning with you all and huge thanks to our voluntary sector for putting social action at the forefront of what you all deliver! Thank you VoluntaryActionLeeds 🙏🌹

"We have received a far better response to a survey than we expected." Find out more about this survey with its successful public involvement in a new blog by Caroline Brundle 😃 Alison Iliff @DunhillMedical @AgeUKLeeds CityOfResearch Andrew Clegg

You might have heard about scam messages pretending to offer a replacement for the Winter Fuel Payment. Scams like this can seem convincing, so it's important to know how to spot the warning signs. Our guide can help you protect yourself and your money: bit.ly/3C2g5Rj

Happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating 💜

Age UK #MentalHealthMatters