We want North Somerset to be a place where:

• Older people’s knowledge, experience and skills are valued

• The views, wishes and ideas of older people are included in discussions when new plans, services and facilities are being discussed or developed

• All older people feel welcomed and included

• Older people aren’t disadvantaged from getting help and support because of  where they live in North Somerset

Older persons in living in North Somerset.

• Establishing local forums with older people.

• Working with local older residents to produce the newsletter.

• Working to tackle ageism and promote an age-friendly approach.

• Working to provide Good Neighbour Schemes in rural parts of North Somerset.

• Supporting older people from marginalised groups including those with sight and hearing loss, LGBTQ+ individuals, ageing without children and those facing racial or ethnic inequality.

• Running webinars and training to promote understanding about later life and ageing in North Somerset.

• Working with the NHS to provide better services for older people.

• Be added to our mailing list so you receive updates on our work.

• Volunteer with IANS as an Age Champion.

• Join one of our local forums.

• Support and help distribute our newsletter.

• Share your lived experience with us and other organisations to ensure your voice is heard.

• Become a Good Neighbour Scheme volunteer.

• Join our Ageing Without Children group.