Keeping Healthy and Well

There are lots of different aspects to keeping yourself healthy and well. Click on the links below to find out more.

 

 

 

Just because you're getting older doesn't mean that your life has to stop. You might find that you now have the spare time to start new hobbies, find new interests, meet new friends and do the things that you've always wanted to do when you were younger.

 

There are lots of places in our city where you can find information about what's happening where you live. There are also a lot of places that are free to visit such as parks, museums, art galleries and so on.

 

You can find out more at 

 

 

There are lots of benefits to learning in later life. It gives you opportunities to meet new people as well as keeping you mentally active.

 

The Lifelong Learning and Skills Service can give you more information and help you get started.

 

Taking care of yourself becomes even more important as you get older. There are lots of ways you can do this

 

 

You can ask your doctor for help and advice, or click on the links below for more information.

 

 

A large proportion of our older population has suffered from some sort of foot problem in their later life.

 

In order to be active you need your feet to be pain free and in tip top condition. Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you have to put up with foot problems.

 

You can get more information from
 

Just because you're getting older doesn't mean that your desire to have an intimate relationship disappears. Lots of older people enjoy active sex lives - and it's also good for your health!

 

There's lots of information available on how to maintain a healthy relationship and how your body will change as you get older. Your doctor is a good place to start so don't be embarrassed to ask for help and advice.

 

If you're looking for someone to share your later life with there's lots of dating agencies that cater for all ages.

 

You can also find information on

Since 2006 employees now have the right to ask to stay on at work beyond 65 years of age.

 

You might be thinking about staying on at work, retiring, or maybe taking on some voluntary work. Whatever you choose there's lots of organisations who can help make the transitions smoother.

 

You can find information from