Dudley Crossroads 💙 💚

Local charity serving carers and those they care for in the Dudley borough. We also provide support to older people living alone.

[Dudley Crossroads 💙 💚 @dudleyxroads]

@Dudley_SWBCEO @DudleyGroupNHS @SWBHnhs Congratulations!

[Dudley Crossroads 💙 💚 @dudleyxroads]

Movement for Good has relaunched for 2025!
Could you click the link and nominate us?
https://t.co/wJFx9ecdLj

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

No older person should struggle to heat their homes this winter. But that’s becoming the reality.

80% of older pensioners (80+) living in poverty or just above, are losing their Winter Fuel Payment.

Help us to save it - sign our petition: https://t.co/V5xOIcixtu

[Dudley Crossroads 💙 💚 @dudleyxroads]

Do you have a way with figures and a bit of time to spare? Dudley Crossroads is looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. We meet every 10-12 weeks in Kingswinford. Please email [email protected] if you can help!

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

Our social care system is under immense pressure. Whilst the extra money announced in the budget for social care is welcome, it isn't enough for the fundamental reform and refinancing social care sorely needs.

Check out our State of Health & Care report: https://t.co/I9KE3kW89X

[NCVO @NCVO]

Our estimates show planned increases to employer national insurance contributions will cost the charity sector £1.4bn a year.

Many charities will be forced to make difficult decisions to shoulder this heavy burden. Together with @ACEVO, we’re calling on @hmtreasury to take urgent action.

Add your voice by co-signing the letter today. 🖊️

https://t.co/cxUYBTm28d

#Budget2024

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

Loneliness can often lead to a range of poor health outcomes, including heart disease, obesity, and depression.

More needs to be done to ensure older people get the social interaction they need to lead a healthier life.

Check our report to find out more: https://t.co/DcaLb95Lhv

[Ageing Better @Ageing_Better]

"It is only right that this contribution should be celebrated and recognised but we must also be mindful to never take it for granted." Says our Chief Executive, Dr @CaroleEaston100 ahead of International Day of Older People happening tomorrow!

If you want to find out more about celebrating #IDOP2024 and how to get involved, read our blog in full here: https://t.co/sKvhrAZM2O

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

The Winter Fuel Payment is a lifeline for many older carers.

Many carers will be relying on it to afford their fuel bill this winter and losing it could be catastrophic.

Help protect this vital support - sign the @Age_UK petition today!
https://t.co/Hkob52ziYF

[Cat Eccles MP @catecclesstour]

See if @OctopusEnergy can support you or a friend or relative 🐙

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

We are supporting @age_uk's petition to save the Winter Fuel Payment

Many carers will be devastated by the Government’s plans to cut the Winter Fuel Payment and many will now struggle to pay their energy bills this winter

Sign the petition today: https://t.co/Hkob52ziYF

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

Unpaid carers are providing hours of care for their loved ones, often at the expense of their own health and wellbeing.

Join the @candsalliance in calling for the Government to fix care so older people can get support when they need it. #ShowUsYouCare

https://t.co/BFxyuKLT4V

[The NPC @NPCUK]

With energy prices set to rise again this winter, we ask that the #Chancellor ⁦@RachelReevesMP⁩ reconsiders the dec⁦ision to cut the #WinterFuelPayment for millions of #pensioners. https://t.co/rQdEeGGqui

[NHS @NHSuk]

If you see someone with any of the signs or symptoms of a stroke, remember to Act F.A.S.T.

F – Face (has their face fallen on one side?)
A – Arms (can they raise both arms and keep them there?)
S – Speech (is it slurred?)
T – Time to call 999

https://t.co/FrYud44amW

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

The Winter Fuel Payment will be the difference between eating and heating for many struggling pensioners this winter.

The Government must save this vital payment. Over 138,000 of you have signed our petition so far. Will you join us?

Sign the petition: https://t.co/V5xOIcixtu

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

Government changes to the Winter Fuel Payment are deeply concerning.

Millions of struggling pensioners won't receive up to £300 to help with energy bills this winter.

Help us save this vital payment.

Sign our petition: https://t.co/vO7IhNeky2

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

With an ageing population, we need dedicated representation in Parliament for older people.

A Commissioner for Older People and Ageing in England would ensure older people voices are listened to.

Read more about it here👇 https://t.co/Ae8TJRUQEI

[Age UK Campaigns @ageukcampaigns]

The Government needs to make preventing and tackling loneliness a policy priority.

We're calling for a lead with a refreshed national loneliness strategy, delivered by a dedicated minister.

Read why that's so important 👇
https://t.co/fqHjN7WAHA

[Julie Weeks 💙 @juliedawnweeks]

Great news, we've raised over £500 on @easyuk so far! Thanks to our supporters for raising free donations whenever they shop online with over 8,000 retailers. We'd love to get new supporters joining in too, so please take two minutes to get started: https://t.co/HsK6OMg5QB

[Silver Sunday @SilverSundayUK]

We can't wait for #SilverSundayUK 2024!

🗓️Sunday 6 October
💚The national day for older people run by @age_uk
🎉100s of free activities for older people across the country

Please help spread the word and encourage your local communities to take part https://t.co/XcYUBnCOwc