Web pages: www.ageconcerndacorum.org.uk or www.ageconcern.org.uk
Information for older people including:
* Befriending Scheme.
* Support for Carers in Dacorum and groups for Carers in Hemel Hempstead and Tring.
* Day Care clubs for older, including ethnic clubs, in Hemel Hempstead and Bovingdon.
* Handyperson Scheme - Volunteers offer help with minor DIY jobs for those in need who have no family or friends to help, e.g minor decorating, putting up shelves etc. Labour is free but the client pays for materials - with the exception of spyholes, doorchains and smoke detectors, which are free.
* Low cost insurance for the over 55s, funeral plans, Aid Call, flowers.
* Hospital Discharge support service.
* Telephone contact service.
Date of AGM: October
Publications: Guide to Local Services.
Open:
Monday-Friday 9.30am-4.00pm.
Registered charity number 1022392
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