Voices and Choices

Voices and Choices provides information, community advocacy and support to lonely older people to
help them remain in their homes in Chiltern and South Bucks.

[Ageing Better @Ageing_Better]

Nearly half a million homes lived by person aged 55 or older are excessively cold.

Fixing this alone could save the NHS over £300 million.

[Better Housing Better Health @BHBHadvice]

If your home has a prepayment meter and you're worried about how the energy crisis and the price cap increase might affect you, we're here to help. Call us on 0800 107 0044 to speak to the team 📞

[Chilterns Neuro Centre @ChilternsNeuro]

Wow! This must have been such an incredible moment for one of our awesome members - Felicity Amswych. Not only did she get to be a Commonwealth Games Baton Bearer, she got to do it at the birthplace of the Paralympics. Well done Felicity! #QBR2022 https://t.co/wUFGkY6HVP

[Dementia Adventure @DementiaAdv]

Our supported #dementia holidays are so much more than just a break. They can also improve:

✓ Sleeping & eating
✓ Memory & attention
✓ Stress & depression
✓ Self-esteem & sense of belonging
✓ Feeling able to cope

Find out more: https://t.co/KhzCCB2ZDJ

[Trading Standards @Bucks_SurreyTS]

Great advice on how to be on the look out for scams by @CitAdviceBucks 👍
If you want to learn more, you can become a Friend Against Scams via https://t.co/2tf3c5Nwkv

[Carers Bucks @CarersBucks]

Come along to our Aylesbury Carers Group to learn about Lasting Power of Attorney. The session is delivered by a partner solicitor and includes time for questions. Also, you'll have the opportunity to chat to other #carers.
🗓 12th July, 11am-1pm
📍 Aylesbury Methodist Church

[Ashridge Home Care @AshridgeLiveIn]

We are humbled by your continued support and recognition of our commitment to great service and quality of work. Thank you @HCareInsight 🙏
#GoodCareMonth #ProudtoCare #UKCareWeek
https://t.co/Bh0gUvfkTY

[Buckinghamshire Council @BucksCouncil]

Would free fun activities & a hot meal during the summer holidays benefit your child or someone you know? Eligible children across Bucks can enjoy a range of fun activities. Find out what's available & how to book➡️https://t.co/EaZOkKqWDI

⚽️🎵🏓🎨

#HAF2022
@educationgovuk

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

#Loneliness Is Debilitating for Many Near End of Life https://t.co/sGf93XE6XA

#mentalhealth #Alzheimers #dementia

[CSG Library @CSG_Library]

All invited to come along to the next meeting of the Library Book Club 14th July at 2pm. No need to register just come to the @CSG_Library on the day. #bookclub @StGilesVillage

[Dementia Friends @DementiaFriends]

Dementia Friends aims to transform the way the nation thinks, acts and talks about dementia by helping people learn more about the condition and the small ways to help.

You can make a world of difference by becoming a Dementia Friend. Join us today: https://t.co/xzMOjSMV6W

[Ashridge Home Care @AshridgeLiveIn]

It can be difficult to ask for help when you really need it but there are some good people out there that are willing to go the extra mile to help you.
☎️ 01494 917344 📧 [email protected]
#caringforothers #makingadifference #kindness #care

[Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust @BucksHealthcare]

COVID-19 jab clinic for people with a learning disability or autism & their family members (age 5+).

📆 Sunday 24 July
🕐 9.30am-2.30pm, Main Outpatients, Amersham Hospital

To book:
Call 01296 316991 or email [email protected]

@BucksCouncil @HW_Bucks @bucksccgs

[Autism care and share @autcareandshare]

My son being autistic does not change the way I feel about him,
The way people treat him because he's autistic, changes the way I feel about them .

[Silver Sunday @SilverSundayUK]

It’s 100 days to go until #SilverSundayUK and everyone is welcome!

What can you do to create fun & free events for Silver Sunday #CelebratingOlderPeople & #BringingPeopleTogether this October? Visit https://t.co/sVZSO1X9tl for inspiration & get planning ✨🎉

[Mencap @mencap_charity]

The cost of living is damaging the physical & mental health of Disabled people.

Please write to your MP as Disabled people are having to make tough choices in their lives, whether to heat, eat or pay for care. This is creating a humanitarian crisis. https://t.co/VAkQdVlvbj

[Trading Standards @Bucks_SurreyTS]

⚠️ Alert! Reports of cold calling traders offering home improvements in the HP21 area of #Aylesbury #Buckinghamshire.
We advise never to do business on your doorstep and urge you to look out for neighbours who may be vulnerable to this
You find a trader - don't let them find you!

[Red Kite @Redkitehousing]

Come along to our family fun day at Princes Risborough Fire Station where you can enjoy a coffee and a cuppa whilst the kids are playing.

There will be lots of fun things for the kids to do, as well as a Princes Risborough Primary School uniform swap. It's all free too 👍 😀

[Buckinghamshire Council @BucksCouncil]

Do you live or work in the Amersham or Chesham area? We’re reviewing our Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) extensions to help you enjoy and continue to use public spaces, safe from anti-social behaviour. If you visit #Amersham or #Chesham, have your say below 👇

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

Please re-Tweet this resource on #dementia & #comorbidity to help raise awareness about the challenges, experiences and potential solutions.

(image: @3SpiritTraining) #Alzheimers #caregiving #EndAlz