Free event in Whittlesey offers information on services and support for over 60s

Over 60s can discover opportunities, services and support available to them at an upcoming free, informal Golden Age event.

Visitors to the drop-in event can stroll information stands, enjoy free refreshments and take home a goodie bag.

Anyone aged over 60, or with an interest in services and support available to over 60s, is welcome, 10am to 1pm, Friday, June 20, at Manor Leisure Centre, Station Road, Whittlesey, PE7 1UA.

Golden Age events are coordinated and enabled by Fenland District Council, with support from partners.

Cllr Sam Clark, Golden Age team leader, said: “We love hosting these events and know they make a big difference to visitors, who regularly tell us they’ve discovered something new that’s available to them, whether it be a social opportunity or something more practical.”

A range of organisations will have stands at the event, and they’re expected to include those that provide services to do with:

Independent living ;

Emotions and wellbeing;

Finances;

Law;

Carers;

Health;

Home security;

Transport;

Social and volunteering opportunities.

For more information on Golden Age events see: www.fenland.gov.uk/goldenage or contact Fenland District Council.