Basingstoke and Deane Over 55s’ Directory Contents 5 Advice, support and safety 11 Home and finance 13 Health, care and carers 20 Social activities and learning 40 Transport 41 Disabilities 2 Introduction This directory is aimed at people aged over 55 living in Basingstoke and Deane, their carers, friends and relatives. It aims to provide information to help people find organisations to help them with various aspects of life, such as activities, care and finances. Disclaimer: We offer all information in good faith but cannot endorse or take responsibility for individual organisations and the quality of their service. All information within this guide is correct at the time of going to press. However, the council does not provide these services and cannot therefore endorse them. Over 55s Age Concern Hampshire A locally based charity supporting older people, their families and carers across Basingstoke and Deane and surrounding areas. Tel: 01256 423874 Address: Age Concern, The Orchard, White Hart Lane, Basingstoke RG21 4AF Email:
[email protected] Web: www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk Basingstoke and Deane Over 55s Forum Tel: 01256 412119 Email:
[email protected] Web: www.bdover55sforum.btck.co.uk Basingstoke First Thursday Club An over 50s friendship club that meets on the first Thursday of every month. Opening times: 7.30pm to 10pm first Thursday of every month. Tel: 01256 411440 Address: The Barn, St Michael’s Church Cottage, Church Square, Basingstoke 4 Advice, support and safety Basingstoke NeighbourCare Basingstoke NeighbourCare provides transport to medical appointments, clubs, shopping and befriending. Tel: 01256 423855 Email:
[email protected] Web: www.neighbourcare.com Basingstoke Rape and Sexual Abuse Crisis Centre (BRASACC) Provides support and counselling to anyone male or female over the age of 16 who has suffered any form of childhood sexual abuse, or sexual assault, or rape, whether recent or historic.