Older people

 
 
 
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Dignity and respect for our older people

We aim to make later-life a time of fulfilment and enrichment for our nation's older generation.

It is a privilege to offer services to people who continue to make tremendous contributions to their families and in their communities. Our older generation deserves to be treated with dignity; to receive care when they require it and to have the opportunity to retain as much independence as possible. 

In response to local needs we provide

  • Day care programmes, luncheon clubs often with transport provided 
  • Drop-in centres and cafes providing nutritious meals and snacks 
  • Activities including reminiscence groups, quizzes, floor and table games and craft sessions
  • Resources such as laundry, hairdressing, chiropody, help with assisted baths/showers 
  • Visits to people in their own homes to help them remain in the community 
  • Sheltered flats for the more frail, where people can retain some level of independence and also receive assistance 
  • Residential care homes for those who can no longer manage in their own homes
 


Our programmes

Are designed in consultation with service users to ensure their needs are addressed within the limits of any programme and its resources, the service they receive is what they want. Each person is encouraged to:
 
  • Make choices which enhance and enrich their life 
  • To participate in activities which bring fulfilment 
  • Share fellowship and ease possible isolation
 
The Salvation Army's work with older people includes 17 care homes and two day centres that offer support and companionship providing a wide range of facilities to support their independence.

Watch video

The story of how Eileen rediscovered painting after she moved to a Salvation Army's Bradbury Eventide Care Home in Southend-On-Sea. Full story and pictures