"If older people are recognised as integral to their communities, then they will be valued and feel included. If they are not, then they can be seen as a burden and feel excluded." Says Jessica Duffy, the Good Practice Mentor from Leeds Older People's Forum. Read more in our latest #IDOP2024

Join us for National Eye Health Week with us on Tues, 24th Sept 2024 from 10am–2pm at Woodhouse Community Centre, Leeds. We're excited to host a special event focused on promoting eye health and raising awareness. Hear from esteemed guest speakers and learn valuable insights.

Did you know that ageism can impact your mental health? Repeated negative portrayals of older people, or the absence of positive portrayals, can lead to poor body image or increased pessimism and anxiety about getting older. Ageism isn't harmless. agewithoutlimits.org/what-ageism/ag…

Making even small changes can help to reduce risk of falling now and in the future. Visit our Falls Prevention Hub bit.ly/440LI7U and find ways to keep active and well as well as things that can help you feel safe in your home and when out and about. #LiveWellLeeds

I was born with Spina Bifida. It doesn’t define me but is part of who I am. Growing up, I needed to see people like me. There weren’t many on the telly - but there was Tanni Grey-Thompson - she gave me hope. Because she didn’t stay at home - I saw that I didn’t need to stay at home either.

Navigating the road ahead Retiring from driving is a tricky subject, when driving may represent freedom, independence and staying connected. Our Mature Driving Appraisal can help you continue to drive safely, or find alternatives. bit.ly/NavigatingRoad… RoadSafetyTrust IN William Merritt Centre

This is a great resource. What topics would make it even better? Age Friendly Leeds Dementia Friendly Leeds Forum Central

How about images of older people... playing sport creating art (of all sorts) relating to people of different generations What new collections of images would you like to see? Age Friendly Leeds Forum Central

It's time to share some kindness. Come to Kinder Leeds' Festival - 7 September, 11-3, Left Bank (Cardigan Road, LS6 1LJ) for games, crafts, food and fun. Forum Central Hey Neighbour

Do you or your organisation work with older people in Leeds? Please take 10 minutes to fill out our quarterly survey, ‘Trending Elders.’ Click the link to participate! bit.ly/TrendingElders

Join us on September 2nd at Age UK 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]

September update We know that August can feel a bit quiet – but it’s just a lull before the storm of September. Read just a bit of what we’ve been doing, and what we expect to do next. bit.ly/Update2409 Forum Central Age Friendly Leeds 100% Digital Leeds Dementia Friendly Leeds

LOPF Trustee, David Smith, launches the Catch The Bus campaign which runs through September. In his blog he shares his love of travelling with his concessionary Happy Bus Pass. bit.ly/HappyBusPass Age Friendly Leeds Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire Forum Central

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How does it feel to be 60? “I am braver, and (I hope) wiser, and I know my strengths a bit better, and I am panicking a bit...” Read Jessica’s blog on celebrating the role of older people in communities. bit.ly/ThePartWePlay Age Friendly Leeds Forum Central Ageing Better

bit.ly/SeedsWePlantTo… We call on all businesses and organisations in Leeds to think how they can be age friendly and dementia friendly. Planting those seeds today will benefit us all tomorrow. OWLS (Older Wiser Local Seniors) HEART - Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre @blossomhomecare The Rainbow Care Group Wetherby in Support of the Elderly (WiSE)

📢 Exciting News! IDOP Grant Applications are now open! 📢 LOPF has limited funding to help you with your IDOP event this October. For more details and how to apply, please follow this link: bit.ly/IDOPGrants2024