Further contacts: LIFESTYLE & WELLBEING
Age UK – Eat Well and Live Well www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster 01302 812345 A service supporting adults aged 50+ who are suffering from, or at risk of malnutrition enabling them to return to a healthy weight.
Age UK Doncaster – Active in Later Life www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster/our-services/active-in-later-life1 01302 812345 Offers a wide range of activities and exercise sessions across the borough. Exercise to music, circuit training, chair-based exercise and strength & balance. Venues include: St Peters Church, Bentley; Walbank Road, Armthorpe; Auckley Parish Church; Dunsville Methodist Church; Cantley Community Centre and others. Contact Age UK for more information.
Age UK – Stroke Support Service www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster 01302 812345 Supporting people who have survived a stroke and their carers to make informed choices about the way ahead.
Aspire – Drug and Alcohol Service Doncaster 01302 730956 A service for residents of Doncaster over 18, concerned about their own or a family member’s drinking or drug use.
Citizen’s Advice Bureau www.citizensadvice.org.uk 03444 111 444 Advice for people on benefits, work, debt, relationships and more.
Doncaster Council Culture, Leisure & Tourism www.doncaster.gov.uk/leisureandculture Get information about museums, galleries, leisure and tourism, keeping fit, markets and what’s on in Doncaster.
Doncaster Culture & Leisure Trust (DCLT) www.dclt.co.uk 01302 370777 Offers a wide range of health, fitness, leisure and entertainment activities across 15 venues in Doncaster.
Doncaster Drug and Alcohol Hub www.aspire.community Information on the services and support available in Doncaster.
Doncaster Stop Smoking Service www.doncaster.yorkshiresmokefree.nhs.uk 0800 612 001 [email protected] FREE information, advice and useful tips on stopping smoking.
Drinkaware www.drinkaware.co.uk Facts, information and advice about alcohol.
Eating Well www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-eatwell-guide Information on getting the balance right every day, to maintain a balanced diet to make sure you get all the nutrients you need to maintain a healthy weight.
Move More Doncaster www.movemoredoncaster.nhs.uk 0800 0169187 (Freephone) An opportunity for Doncaster residents aged 50+ to try different types of exercise and physical activity.
NHS Health Checks 01302 315007 Free NHS Health Checks for all adults aged 40-74.
Primetimers www.the-dome.co.uk/primetimers Gentle activity sessions for people aged 55 and over. Available every Monday 10am-2pm at The Dome.
Vital Over 55’s Health and Fitness Package www.choosefitness.co.uk/choose-fitness-membership-packages 0844 310 0000 The Vital package is designed specifically with people aged 55 and over in mind. Vital Fitness offers members unlimited use of all gyms, swimming pools and classes across all DCLT venues during quieter times.
Walking Football www.the-dome.co.uk/walking-football Aimed at people aged 50+ at The Dome.
MENTAL WELLBEING
Age UK – Community Day Opportunities www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster 01302 812345 Provides a day out of the home for older people at 11 locations around the borough. A range of activities, transport and a cooked lunch are all provided. Offers an excellent social and therapeutic opportunity for the older person and a break for carers.
Alzheimer’s Society www.alzheimers.org.uk 0300 222 1122 Advice for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementia diseases.
Cruse Bereavement Care www.cruse.org.uk 01302 814647 / 0844 477 9400 [email protected] 109 Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN2 5BE For somewhere to turn when someone dies, contact for free and confidential services provided by trained volunteers.
DARTS Doncaster Community Arts www.thepoint.org.uk/get-involved 01302 341662 The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR Provides creative approaches that can raise self-esteem and confidence, improve health and fitness, bring people together, help facilitate learning and change perceptions. Doncaster Community Libraries www.doncaster.gov.uk/libraries Information on Doncaster’s community libraries.
Doncaster Council’s Communities and Wellbeing Team 01302 734169 Ensuring that access to community information and local activities are available to all. To find out what’s happening in your area or if you have ideas about developing something new, please call the team.
Doncaster CVS www.doncastercvs.org.uk/directory A directory of voluntary sector organisations and community groups in Doncaster.
Doncaster MIND www.mind.org.uk 01302 812190 [email protected] One to one counselling for people who may be experiencing some difficulty in coping with life including issues around bereavement and loss. People can self-refer by telephone, email or by calling into one of our centres.
Doncaster Directory of Dementia Services www.doncaster.gov.uk/dementia Download a copy of the Doncaster Directory of Dementia Services containing contact details for the many local support services available for those living with dementia and their carers.
Dementia Connect www.alzheimers.org.uk/local-information/dementia-connect Alzheimer’s Society’s online services directory for anyone affected by dementia.
Living Well with Dementia www.doncaster.gov.uk/dementia Website providing information on dementia and links to the various support available locally. Relate www.relate.org.uk 01302 347474 Premier House, Carolina Court, Doncaster, DN4 5RA Counselling, support and information for all relationships.
The Talking Shop 01302 565650 63 Hall Gate, Doncaster, DN1 3PB A drop-in advice shop which gives people the opportunity to browse information on mental health issues including prevention and self-help information and also to gain information about the services available.
Tri-Health Sexual Health Service www.doncastertrihealth.co.uk 01302 553111 GU Medicine, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT East Laith Gate House, Doncaster, DN1 1JE Contraception and sexual health services for people aged 19 and over.
PERSONAL CARE
Action On Hearing Loss Information line: 0808 808 0123 Free Hearing Check: 0844 800 3838
Age UK – Home From Hospital www.ageuk.org.uk/doncaster 01302 812345 Provides support to adults aged 18+ who need support to regain their independence following a period in hospital.
Community Podiatry 01302 379550 www.rdash.nhs.uk [email protected] Information and advice about foot problems, including: bunions; corns and calluses; heel pain or arch pain; cracked skin; ingrown toenails and fungal infections (athlete’s foot). Continence Service 01302 379510 Specialist nurses who have skills in both assessment and treatment of bladder, bowel and pelvic floor problems.
Fit For Travel www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx Information on travel vaccinations.
NHS Dentists Locator www.nhs.uk/Service-Search/Dentists/LocationSearch/3 NHS 111
Specialist Falls Service 01302 796456 Evergreen, Tickhill Road Hospital, Weston Road, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 8QN For an in depth review to see why you may be falling and for advice on the necessary changes that can be made to reduce the chances of you falling again.
The Partially Sighted Society www.partsight.org 0844 477 4966 or 0844 477 4963 Provides advice, help and training in living with low vision and carry a wide ranging stock of aids to help with daily living and vision problems.
Winter Fuel Payment & Cold Weather Payment www.gov.uk/browse/benefits/heating Information and advice on heating and housing benefits.
Winter Fuel Payment Centre 03459 15 15 15 To claim winter fuel payment.
Your Own: Community Nurse Parkinson’s Nurse Diabetic Nurse GP (Calls will be diverted to the GP Out Of Hours service during evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays). KEEPING SAFE
Age UK – Information and Advice Service 01302 812345 19 Priory Place, Doncaster, DN1 1BZ Provides free benefits advice to older people in Doncaster.
Connect to Support www.connecttosupport.org A website offering information, advice, products and services to help you live independently.
Doncaster Carers Emergency Contact Scheme 01302 812827 [email protected] A free service for carers in Doncaster to help if you are faced with an emergency of your own and you are worried about what would happen to the person you look after.
Doncaster Carers Service – Carers Moving Forward 01302 812827 [email protected] Age UK, Ten Pound Walk, Doncaster, DN4 5HX Provide information and support to adult carers living in Doncaster.
Doncaster Council Adult Contact Team 01302 737391 For information on carers assessments or to report an adult at risk of abuse.
Doncaster Council Support for Carers www.doncaster.gov.uk/carers A website including information and support for carers.
Doncaster Partnership for Carers 01302 637566 [email protected] 2 Regent Terrace, South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2EE Supporting and enabling carers to have a choice in their caring role. Home alarms – Doncaster Council www.doncaster.gov.uk/telecare 01302 737631 / 01302 323444 This home alarm service and Telecare service helps elderly and vulnerable adults live safely in their own home.
Independent Living Guide www.doncaster.gov.uk/independentliving A guide providing support and information on some of the services available for disabled and older residents in Doncaster. Hard copies available at the Council One Stop Shop, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU.
Money Advice Service www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk 0300 500 5000 Free and impartial money advice.
NHS 111 NHS non-emergency number.
Safeguarding Adults Unit 01302 736296 Advice and guidance about safeguarding adults. The Office of the Public Guardian: www.justice.gov.uk Lasting Power of Attorney forms available to download.
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Home Safety Checks www.syfire.gov.uk 0114 253 2314
South Yorkshire Police www.reportingcrime.uk Emergency call 999. Non-emergency call 101.
The Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) www.societyoflaterlifeadvisers.co.uk 0845 303 2909 Ensuring consumers are better informed about the financial issues of later life.