Dear Islington Resident,
We hope you've been enjoying the excitement of the World Cup and Wimbledon! There’s plenty happening closer to home too, with lots of ways to stay active and connected in Islington. Do share any events or activities for future newsletters: communications@ageukislington.org.uk
NEW 12 page Get Together newsletter
See what's on in the latest expanded edition!
There’s so much to enjoy in Islington this summer! Pick up our new expanded 12-page Age UK Islington Get Together newsletter (July–September), packed with Community Centre Week events, Stuart Low Trust activities, park walks, ideas to stay active, and more. Print it at home or collect a free copy from your local library, community centre or GP.
Let's Talk: Getting and Affording Help at Home
Need a little extra help at home? Our video and resources from the talk at last month's Let's Talk lets you know about the local support available to help you stay safe, independent and living well at home - also possible ways to fund this. Click below to find out more.
Let's Talk: Keep Your Strength and Your Health
Staying active throughout your life can help you stay strong, independent and reduce your risk of falls in later life. It's never too late to start and every little helps! In last month's Let's Talk, Wabz, a physiotherapist from Whittington Health Falls team shared some useful truths and some quick wins. He also talked about ways to improve strength and balance. Click below to the video - it's well worth watching!!
The latest Age UK guides
Age UK has a comprehensive set of easy to understand guides, providing expert, valuable information and guidance about issues relating to money, housing and wellbeing. These are being updated all of the time and the following guides have been recently updated. See the Housing Options Guide and the Private Renters Guide.
Managing in the heat
With temperatures set to rise again next week, it's a good time to remember how important it is to stay safe in the heat.
This week, Age UK Islington volunteers enjoyed a cooler evening catching up with staff and fellow volunteers in the Manor Gardens garden (click below for photos!).
At June's Let's Talk event, Age UK Islington handed out Summer Heatwave Packs, while the Public Health team shared advice on staying cool and information about Cool Spaces in Islington.
The University of Exeter is also inviting Londoners to take part in a research project by sharing photos of how hot weather affects everyday life. AGE UK ISLINGTON GET TOGETHERS
Let’s Talk Event
Thursday 16 July, 10am-1pm Islington Council
(Community Space) 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR Hear about hate crime, scams and other crimes to be aware of. Find out what to report, how to report it and where to get support. We’ll also find out about ‘Safe havens’, which can help if you feel unwell or unsafe when out and about. Please click below to book or call the Age UK helpline on 020 7281 6018.
Tech Break – Summer Travel and Exploration Friday 10 July, 12-1pm, Via Zoom Discover how to make the most out of your technology with our friendly online tech group, hosted by Simon. Contact Age UK Islington to register and request a Zoom link to join via your digital device.
See also the slides from June's Tech Break: Backing up photos, videos and contacts in the cloud.
Serpentine Gallery Visit David Hockney Exhibition Wednesday 22 July, 11am Serpentine North Gallery. West Carriage Drive, W2 2AR
View David Hockney’s celebrated panoramic frieze, a year in Normandy, which invites viewers to slow down and notice the extraordinary within the everyday. Inspired by Bayeux Tapestry, this monumental work captures the changing seasons at the artist’s former studio in Normandy – perfectly located alongside Kensington Gardens. Please click below to book or call the Age UK helpline on 020 7281 6018.
Park Cuppa Special Edition - 'Love Letters to Cally Park' Wednesday 29 July, 11am-12pm Cally Clock Tower Centre, Caledonian Park, N7 9H Join us to share your memories of Cally Park, or find out more about its history, and be part of the Love Letters to Cally Park project. The stories will be displayed as 'postcards' at the Cally Clock Tower festival in August with the longer-term aim of bringing them together in a book.
PARTNER ACTIVITIES AND OTHER UPDATES
Community Centre Week in Islington (19-25 July)
An annual celebration of everything that makes Community Centres so special and to recognise the vital role they play in bringing people together. Join Octopus in a week of fun activities at a community centre near you. There's lots going on during the week, and every week. It's a great opportunity to see what's on and meet new people locally!
See 'What's on' in July
Hosted by other activity and event providers in Islington, see what's on in our useful round-up. Book for Seaside trips for over 55s to Electrical 'Restart Parties', find training opportunities to use outdoor gym equipment and lots of summer fun, including family summer events - click below for details of 18 activities and events! Click below for more details.
July Partner Updates
Discover the latest opportunities, community news and services from local partners. This month's updates include UCL research volunteers, new adult learning courses, Freedom Pass news, NHS and council consultations, Marie Curie support, RNIB Talking Books, digital skills webinars and local pensioners' news. Read the full round-up and find out how to get involved.
Contacting Age UK Islington If you are finding things difficult and need someone to talk to, don't forget that you can call the Age UK Islington Helpline on 020 7281 6018 (Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm) or email gethelp@ageukislington.org.uk.
The Age UK Islington Helpline offers a listening ear, practical information, and support. Our team can connect you to further in-depth assistance from our Enablement or Navigation teams, who have expertise across a range of specialist services. If you need extra guidance, we can also provide regular check-ins and ongoing contact over several weeks to help you navigate what you’re experiencing.
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