The forum serves people living in Heanor and the surrounding communities, including Marlpool, Langley, Langley Mill, Loscoe, Aldercar, Smalley, Shipley and Horsley Woodhouse.
The Heanor and District 50+ Forum is for people aged 50 and over who want to stay connected, informed and involved in their local community.
The forum provides an opportunity to:
- stay informed about local issues, services and developments
- share your views on matters affecting older people
- meet new people and make social connections
- hear from a range of guest speakers and organisations
- help influence local decision-making
- learn about opportunities, activities and support available in the area
- work together to improve services and facilities for older residents
The forum has successfully represented older people's views and supported a range of community improvements, including:
- helping to secure an outdoor exercise area for older people at Wilmot Street Welfare Centre, which continues to be well used by local residents
- supporting the development of Patient Participation Groups at local GP surgeries, ensuring older people's voices are represented in discussions about healthcare service
- campaigning for improved accessibility at Langley Mill railway station, including disabled access to the southbound platform
- running computer buddying sessions at Heanor Library to help people build confidence using technology
Bringing generations together
One of the forum's aims is to encourage connections between older and younger people in the community.
Over the years, the forum has worked closely with local schools and youth groups, including:
- events involving local infant and secondary schools
- performances by the Mundy School choir at forum meetings
- presentations from young people about community projects, including a successful school community garden
- joint activities with Blend Youth Project, bringing different generations together through fun and inclusive events
Meetings and events
Our meetings are held at Wilmot Street Welfare Centre in Heanor. Please see 50+ Forum meeting and events for more details.
If you have any topics that are of interest or something that concerns you in the local area, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us so the forum can explore it on your behalf.
Contact us
Chair, Mike Smith, mobile: 07704 002610or email mikesmith21c@yahoo.co.uk.
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