Southern Locality Profile

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Prevention Matters Priorities

The Community Links Officer (CLO) has identified a number of key Prevention Matters priorities for the locality that will form the focus of the work over the next few months. These priorities also help to determine the sort of services and projects where Prevention Matters grants can be targeted. The priorities have been identified using the data provided by the Community Practice Workers (CPW) in terms of successful referrals and unmet demand (gaps where there are no appropriate services available), consultation with district council officers, town and parish councils, other statutory and voluntary sector organisations and also through the in depth knowledge of the cohort and the locality that the CLO has gained.

The CLO has also worked with the other CLOs across the county to identify some key countywide priorities which affect all localities.

Countywide Priorities Befriending Community Transport

Southern Locality Priorities Increase Dementia Care Provision (quality and quantity) Healthy Lifestyle Provision (exercise, healthy eating, smoking) Mental Health Services for under 65s, (education and life skills) Increase Volunteering & student placement participation Improve access to community services including transport Befriending and shopping support Carer Support

Background data

Physical Area The Southern Locality comprises of 152 Km2 / 58 Square miles and is inhabited by approximately 70,000 people (8% growth over 2001-2011 Census with no projected significant growth to 2016 though increase in ageing is predicted). South Bucks District population estimate 67,000 Mid-2012. (Source ONS).

This includes areas such as Beaconsfield, not covered by the Southern CCG Locality however does not include parts of the territory within Chiltern District (Chalfont St Peter, Chalfont St Giles and Seer Green)

Total population of South Bucks District 2013 = 67,941 Age Structure: 20-44=27.6% 45-64=28.2% 65-79=14.4% 80+=6.2%

Household Composition (South Bucks average) Single non-pensionable households 12.9% Single pensioner 14% = 9512 All other pensioner households 10.9% = 7456

Overall, the population is forecast to increase by 22.6% for South Bucks against an overall England increase of 16.2%. The movement is estimated to be almost all due to net migration, mainly from other parts of England. The largest increase is in the 65+ age group, forecast to increase by 72.8% (23,500), against 65% for England.

The largest percentage increase by group is the 85+ age group across South Bucks and England, with the numbers of over ninety-year olds in the district expected to more than double to 2000.

Age Group 2012 2022 2030 2037 % change 0-19 15,900 17,500 18,300 18,200 14.47% 20-64 38,000 39,400 39,900 40,800 7.37% 65+ 13,600 16,900 20,600 23,500 72.79% Total 67,400 73,900 78,800 82,600 22.55%

Health (2011 Census) Source ref: Table QS302EW People who self-declared as having bad or very bad health in the district was 3.8%.

Housing Tenure Social Rented: Council / Housing Assn / Reg Social Landlord 12.3% Private Rented: Private Landlord or Letting Agency 16.7%

Population Summary of the 19 wards

Chalfont Common approximate population of 5,000 Chalfont St Giles - “ - 7,000 Seer Green - “ - 2,100 Burnham Beeches - “ - 1,400 Burnham Church - “ - 5,300 Burnham Lent Rise - “ - 4,900 Dorney Burnham South - “ - 1, 700 Taplow - “ - 1,800 Farnham Royal - “ - 5,300 Hedgerley & Fulmer - “ - 1,600 Stoke Poges - “ - 5,200 Wexham and Iver West - “ - 3,200 Iver Village & Richings Park - “ - 5,000 Iver Heath - “ - 5,100 Denham South - “ - 3,600 Denham North - “ - 3,000 Gerrards Cross E & Denham SW “ - 2,000 Gerrards Cross South - * - 3,600 Gerrards Cross North - “ - 3,300 APPROX TOTAL POPULATION = 70,100

Chiltern Clinical Commissioning Group Southern Locality www.chilternccg.nhs.uk NHS Chiltern Clinical Commissioning Group Ground Floor Chiltern District Council Offices King George V Road Amersham HP6 5AW

The Chiltern Clinical Commissioning Group reports the locality to have approximately 79.000 registered patients. This is largely consistent with Census research making it the fourth largest of the seven Bucks GP localities. The population is older than the Buckinghamshire average, with a higher proportion of people aged 65+ and deprivation is lower with the exception of some small areas being more deprived. The locality is generally less ethnically diverse than the Bucks average, though some areas are similar.

The Southern Locality of Chiltern CCG The Chiltern CCG Southern Locality consists of 9 GP practices, their approximate list sizes specified. The three groupings denote geographic relationship and relative catchment areas.

The Misbourne Surgery, Chalfont St Peter 12,154 The Hall Practice, Chalfont St Peter 9,282 Calcot Medical Centre, Chalfont St Peter 8,862 Denham Medical Centre, Denham 8,206 Iver Medical Centre, Iver 8,273 Iver Heath Health Centre, Iver Heath 1,504 Threeways Surgery, Stoke Poges 5,823 Southmead Surgery, Farnham Common 6,708 Burnham Health Centre, Burnham 17, 863

TOTAL CASELOAD REPORTED SEPTEMBER 2012 = 78,675

Differences between CCG list and census data is approximately 8,500. Registered, but ‘out of county’ patients, or patients travelling from another Buckinghamshire locality most likely reasons. Conversely residents of Farnham Royal and residents of New Denham are served by GP practices in Slough and Uxbridge respectively and therefore GP referral in to Prevention Matters are less likely to be from Buckinghamshire residents in these cases.

2013-2015 Priorities Encourage best practice between member practices Increase planned care in the community Reduce emergency admissions to acute hospitals Improve prescribing quality and reduce costs Improve wellbeing and lifestyle behaviours Engage more fully with patients and the public

South Bucks District Health Profile PH Population: 68,000 Mid-2013

 In 2012, 20.4% of adults were classified as obese.  The rate of alcohol related harm hospital stays was 450 per 100,000 better than the England average representing305 stays per year.  The rate of self-harm hospital stays was 122.3 per 100,000, better than the England average representing 79 stays per year.  The rate of smoking related deaths was 208 per 100,000 better than the England average representing 90 deaths per year.  Estimated levels of adult physical activity are better than the England average.  Deaths and serious injuries on roads were worse than average.  The rate of STIs are better than average.  Rates of statutory homeless, violent crime, long term unemployment, drug misuse, early deaths from cardiovascular diseases and early deaths from cancer are better than average

Public Health England Health Profile 2014 South Bucks District produced on 12th August 2014. Health in summary: The health of people in South Bucks is generally better than the England average. Deprivation is lower than average, however about 9.6% (1,200) children live in poverty. Life expectancy for both men and women is higher than the England average. Living longer: Life expectancy is 5.2 years lower for men in the most deprived areas of South Bucks than in the least deprived areas. Adult health: In 2012, 20.4% of adults were classified as obese. The rate of alcohol related harm hospital stays was 438*, better than the average for England. This represents 291 stays per year. The rate of self-harm hospital stays was 126.7* better than the England average. This represents 81 stays per year. The rate of smoking related deaths was 215*, better than the England average. This represents 91 deaths per year. Estimated levels of adult smoking are better than the England average. The rate of people killed and seriously injured on roads is worse than average. The rate of sexually transmitted infections is better than average. Rates of statutory homelessness, violent crime, long term unemployment, drug misuse, early deaths from cardiovascular diseases and early deaths from cancer are better than average. *rate per 100,000 population Local priorities: Priorities in South Bucks include those outlined in Buckinghamshire’s Joint Strategic Needs Assessment and the Director of Public Health’s Report. See www.buckscc.gov.uk or www.buckscc.gov.uk/dphannualreport

Key Groups and Networks

Movers and Shakers Health and wellbeing model supports adults from socially disadvantaged communities and encourage them to lead healthier lifestyles. Use of an innovative, inclusive and self-care model to promote healthy ageing and wellbeing for older adults enable them to live longer independent lives. Members report that ‘attending the sessions makes them feel younger and rejuvenated’. Group sessions for adults are a way to meet others and take part in a number of enjoyable activities including: Art & Craft, Gentle Exercise and Guest Speakers. The weekly sessions are held in community settings and lead by friendly volunteers. A light lunch is also provided. Groups currently operate in Aylesbury Vale, Wycombe, Chiltern and South Bucks Districts.

Five Ways to Wellbeing Well-being is when you feel good and enjoy your day to day life and has two main aspects: feeling good and functioning well. Feelings of happiness, contentment, curiosity, engagement and enjoyment are characteristic of someone with a positive experience of their life. The five ways are: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning and Give

HEALTHWISE: PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REFERRAL SCHEME Introduces individuals to the benefits of physical activity in order to help reduce risk factors for chronic disease and manage existing medical conditions.

The programme aims to encourage people of all abilities to become and remain more physically active, helping to increase fitness levels and improve health and well-being.

The scheme is for Chilterns and South Bucks residents and their GP or doctors surgery is based in the same locality. It is designed to help people with medical conditions or other specialist requirements that prevent them from entering mainstream exercise.

Common reasons for referral: . HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE . DIABETES . OBESITY . ASTHMA . CIRCULATORY / RESPIRATORY DISEASES . DEPRESSION & ANXIETY . ARTHRITIS

Healthwise offer a range of classes to suit all abilities, through a facilitator suitable classes can be selected e.g.: Gym based supervised sessions, Group exercise options, Healthy Walks, Water-based exercises, Weight management classes, Musculoskeletal classes (lower back), Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation classes.

REGISTRATION: through referral of GP or Practice Nurse, if the GP is not registered with the scheme contact through the ‘Healthwise’ Coordinator at the local ‘Better Leisure Centre’. On completion of referral form and initial assessment registration and enrolment on a 12 week needs appropriate course follows at: Chiltern Pools Leisure Centre, Amersham or The Beacon Sports Centre, Beaconsfield, or Chalfont Leisure Centre, or Chalfont St Peter, or Chesham Leisure Centre, or Sprinters Leisure Centre Prestwood.

Contact: Chalfont Leisure Centre, Nicol Road, Chalfont St Peter, Bucks SL9 9LR. Telephone: 01753 887812 or mobile: 07970 214 742. Fax 08724464506 email: [email protected]

PARKWOOD HEALTHCARE Health Trainer Service aims to improve the health and well-being of local residents and reduce health inequalities. This service is free and is commissioned by Public Health. The service provision includes:  A one to one look at health and lifestyles and identify areas of potential improvement.  A tailor made health plan to help achievement of realistic goals.  Improvement in well-being and ability to manage stress.  Support, encouragement and motivation  Information on local activities and groups to help achieve goals.  Assistance with accessing other local services. [email protected],uk www.parkwoodhealthcare.co.uk Telephone 01628 857311

Samaritans 24 hour helpline Confidential, emotional support to anyone in crisis experiencing feelings of distress or despair. www.samaritans.org email: [email protected] Contact: 0845 7909 090 Textphone 0845 7909 192 Text 0772 5909 090 The Slough, Windsor and Maidenhead Samaritans branch is open at various times both day and night seven days a week for face to face talks with a volunteer. It is advisable to call to check availability. Address: Katharine House, 17 Uxbridge Road, Slough, SL1 1SN. Telephone 01753 531011 / 01753 531012 email: [email protected]

Action on Elder Abuse (AEA) AEA works to protect and prevent the abuse of vulnerable adults. A confidential helpline provides information, advice and support to victims of abuse and others concerned about or have witnessed abuse. www.elderabuse.org.uk Contact telephone: 0808 808 8141 (Monday to Friday 0900-1700)

Southern Locality Wide Credit Union South Buckinghamshire Community Bank is a part of M for Money Credit Union which is a financial co- operative that is owned and operated by its members for their benefit. Part funded by Bucks Community Fund and District Councils the aim is to ensure that everyone that is in South Buckinghamshire is able to access the service. M for Money Credit Union is authorised by the Financial Services Authority and member’s savings are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for up to £85,000. Credit Unions are required by law to restrict membership to applicants with a ‘common bond’ – a geographical area, an employer, industry, religion or trade union. Residents and employees in Wycombe, Chiltern or South Bucks District Council areas can save or source affordable credit from South Buckinghamshire Community Bank. The bank is part funded by Buckinghamshire County Council and District Councils with an aim to ensure everyone in South Buckinghamshire can access the banks services. M for Money Credit Union is Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (Registration No 216633) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Contact: Tel 020 8756 3866 www.mformoneycreditunion.org email: [email protected] Opening times for face-to-face help and advice: Chiltern District Council Amersham MONDAY 13:30-16:00 High Wycombe County Library FRIDAY 10:00-14:00 Farnham Common Community Library WEDNESDAY 10:00-12:00 Chesham County Library SATURDAY 10:00-12:00 Burnham County Library SATURDAY 14:00-16:00

Community Advice Network (CAN) www.canhelp.org.uk People who live or work in the Chiltern and South Bucks can access free advice through one telephone number: 0300 323 0121 / [email protected] CAN aims to make life easier for local people to find the advice they are looking for. If advice is needed on any issue including debt, benefits, housing, mental health or employment a fully trained adviser is available to speak to. In partnership with Age UK, Bucks Floating Support, MIND and Carers Bucks the local CAB service will provide referrals to these and other local agencies via the one phone number, making it simpler to get the right advice. All advice is completely free, confidential and open to everyone in the local community

Tax Help for Older People are an independent free tax advice service for older people on low incomes who cannot afford to pay for professional advice. Older people on low incomes and their carers are eligible. Contact 0845 6013321 www.taxvol.org.uk

South Bucks Citizens Advice Bureau provides free impartial, confidential and completely independent advice and information on a wide range of issues including: Debt Relationship Problems State Benefits Consumer Issues Employment Immigration Homelessness Housing

South Bucks CAB offer specialist debt service, by appointment to clients from the South Bucks area, working with clients to resolve their debt problems. Provision of specialist casework in appealing against benefit decisions for South Bucks residents. Contact Details: Mondays & Thursdays 10:00-15:00hrs 01895 837551 (South Bucks Residents) Capswood, Oxford Rd, Denham or Mon-Fri 10:00-16:00 (county wide service). Monthly Advice Sessions in the South Bucks community: Burnham (no appointment necessary just drop in) The Meeting Place, Burnham Methodist Church Hall, Lent Rise 10:00-12:00 2nd Wed / month Denham (by appointment through the Denham Children’s Centre Tel: 01895 835967). Children’s Centre, Nightingale Way, Denham 10:00-12:00hrs 2nd Wednesday of each month. Iver (no appointment necessary just drop in) Grange Way, Iver 10:00-12:00hrs 2nd Tuesday of each month. Advice is given professionally by fully trained voluntary staff and paid staff from a national information system. The service is free and open to all regardless of race, creed, gender, age or sexual orientation.

Furniture for low income / vulnerable Thames Valley Hospice 01753 866303 Slough Furniture Project 01753 692535 High Wycombe Furniture Project 01494 443459 Christian Sharing 01753 887173 Consumables [email protected]

Transport

Public Transport For bus timetable information contact 0845 2302882 or email: [email protected] Concessionary Fares free bus travel for older and disabled people. Bus passes are valid nationally from 09:30-23:00hrs Monday to Friday and all day at weekends. In Buckinghamshire the scheme is extended to include journeys from 09:00-23:00hrs on Monday to Friday. Contact 0845 5212521 email: [email protected]

Chiltern Railways Customer services contact: 08456 005 165 (0700-2200hrs) www.chilternrailways.co.uk (from London Marylebone with stations at Denham, Denham Golf Club, Gerrards Cross and Seer Green & Jordans to Beaconsfield and Birmingham). For passengers with wheelchairs and limited mobility who require assistance 08456005165, then option 3 followed by 3 with 24hrs notice, ramps can be made available at staffed stations. On-board there is a designated ‘wheelchair area’ and colour scheme designed to help those with visual difficulties. The majority of long distance trains have an accessible toilet. To assist those with hearing problems, all carriages have electronic visual displays showing the stations at which the train stops. . First Great Western Customer services contact: 08457 000 125 www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk from/to London Paddington with stations at Richings Park Iver, Burnham and Taplow to/from Maidenhead and Reading. For assisted travel a booking form requires completion and submission at least 24 hours before travel.

National Rail Enquiries Contact: www.nationalrail.co.uk or customer services 08457 484950 for timetable and fare enquiries.

Senior Railcard To apply for a Senior Railcard you must be over 60+. There are time restrictions allowing the card to be used only outside peak times (morning rush hour). It is advisable to confirm with ticket office staff before ticket purchase.

Disabled Persons Railcard contact telephone 0845 605 0525 (0700hrs-22:00hrs Monday to Sunday) email: [email protected] Minicom/Textphone: 0845 601 0132

The Community Transport Hub A one stop shop for information. advice and guidance on community transport providers in Buckinghamshire. From Dial A Ride to community car schemes. If there are no suitable services in the immediate area, plans to work with the local community can be made to establish them. Contact 0800 085 8480 10:00-14:00 Monday to Friday visit Community Impact Bucks www.communityimpactbucks.org.uk or email [email protected]

Chiltern Dial-a-Ride A ‘not for profit’ organisation dedicated to providing an affordable, accessible and safe transport service for people not able to transport themselves or use public transport. Chiltern’s Dial-a-Ride operate a door to door transport service for people with restricted mobility and wheelchair access on all vehicles is standard, staff are fully trained and insured. Regular services run from 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday with the exception of public holidays. For smaller vehicles the run time can be extended to 19:00hrs subject to driver availability. Day trips can be arranged for members when at least four members have registered an interest in the event. An outing will occur once a month minimum and is notified through the quarterly newsletter. Typically a trip to the seaside, theatre, garden centres or places of natural or historic interest. Bookings are made on a first come first serve basis and acceptance is subject to operational capability. Reservations should be made at least 2 days in advance to avoid disappointment. All smaller vehicles have capacity for a wheelchair and 2 other passengers. Where a carer must accompany a member the carer can travel free of charge (with exception of planned outings).

Membership subscription is required (currently £15.00 2013) payable by cheque to: Chilterns Dial-a-Ride Ltd. Community based organisations may make use of larger vehicles in the fleet with a 16 seat capacity or 8 seated and 4 wheelchair users on a contract basis. Contact: Helen Petty or Jo Francis’Gow 01494 766123 or [email protected]

Hillingdon Community Transport Ltd (HCT) is a voluntary organisation and registered charity, part funded by the London Borough of Hillingdon. It is a requirement that users take out membership of HCT before any service can be provided. HCT operate 13 minibuses, 12 of which are fully accessible for the carriage of wheelchair passengers and people with mobility difficulties. In addition there is an 8 seat wheelchair accessible MPV. The minibus seating capacity varies from vehicle to vehicle, the maximum size is 16 seats plus the driver Community groups or not for profit organisations can register, although it is at HTCs discretion with regard to South Bucks if they can provide a service. Contact: Telephone: 01895 277773 email: [email protected]

Slough Community Transport (SCT) & Shop Mobility Charitable Company: Charity No 1096970/Company No 4624397 Office: Upton Hospital, Albert St, Slough SL1 1BJ Provide a dial a ride, door to door accessible transport service Contact: 01753 691131 In South Buckinghamshire services are provided entirely at the discretion of SCT. Slough Community Transport are members of MiDAS and offer an accredited training and assessment scheme for minibus driving. All SCT drivers are MiDAS trained and reassessed annually.

 Volunteering: Slough Community Transport & Shop-Mobility are continuously looking for volunteers to help improve services in the following roles:  Drivers: To drive one of the adapted minibuses, volunteer expenses paid.  Reception and administration volunteers: Helping, meeting and greeting members of the public,  Escort volunteers: Helping people to and from their homes  Volunteers: To accompany people around the town centre helping them to shop and be sociable

Out & About is a door to door accessible transport service for people whose mobility is restricted or who have great difficulty in using public transport. A disability may be physical or a mental health problem. Journeys can include:  Shopping Trips  Visiting family and friends  Just simply getting out of the house  Doctor’s Appointments  Hospital Appointments

Journeys to locations further afield are available although fair rates differ.  Joining Instructions:Telephone the office on 01753 536273 to request a joining form, complete and return.  Bookings: Telephone 01753 691131 open from 09:30 am to 1pm Monday to Friday  Hours of operation: The service operates from 07:30 Monday to Saturday till late (subject to availability).  Cost: Local journeys are charged at £2.40 for a single journey.  Information required: Name and address, the day and time of journeys and destinations, how many people are travelling and if any are using a wheelchair. If a destination is to be arrived at a specific time, advice will be given immediately of minibus availability. Companion seats should be booked if assistance is required by one accompanying. Guide dogs and dogs for the disabled may travel on the bus free of charge but must be booked in advance.

People To Places (PTP) The local charity in the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead providing specialist accessible transport for people with disabilities and mobility issues. PTP operates a range of community transport services including dial-a-ride for members. In South Buckinghamshire services are provided entirely at the discretion of PTP. Contact: 01628 587922 Community Transport Booking 01628 587920 09:30-12:30 Monday to Friday

Age UK Buckinghamshire website: http://www.ageuk.org.uk/buckinghamshire tel: 01296 431911 fax: 01296 330783 Opening times: Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00hrs 145 Meadowcroft Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP19 9AH email: [email protected]

Alzheimer’s Society South Buckinghamshire Local Service Office telephone: 01494 670909 Seeleys House Campbell Drive Beaconsfield HP9 1TF email: [email protected] Contact details as above. Buckinghamshire Mind Head Office (Aylesbury) telephone: 01296 437328 Counselling Services (High Wycombe) telephone: 01494 463364 Wellbeing Services (Chesham) telephone: 01494 792244. Chiltern & South Bucks Activity Groups are held at different locations within the South Bucks locality (Lanterns Group in Chalfont St Peter) and in Amersham & Chesham. Older People’s Services provide day clubs in a neighbouring locality.

Breathe Easy (British Lung Foundation) Contact: Ann McWhirter 01753 662600 or the office Pusey House, Amersham Road, High Wycombe, HP13 6PN Contact Tel: 01494 483841 / 01494 474381 British Lung Foundation Helpline Tel: 0845 505020.

Bucks 50 Plus Forum ( www.bucks50plus.org ) C/O of The Hale Farmhouse, Hale Lane, Wendover HP22 6QR or email: [email protected] or Telephone: 01296 622122

Bucks Vision Aylesbury Resource & Training Centre 143 Meadowcroft, Aylesbury HP19 9HH telephone: 01296 487556 fax: 01296 436290 or email: [email protected] Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 09:00-16:30hrs Friday 09:00-16:00hrs. Bucks Vision is the local impairment charity working within Buckinghamshire encouraging and facilitating participative activity in the community.  The South East Division supports members with sight loss in Beaconsfield, Burnham, Denham, Farnham Common, Farnham Royal, Gerrards Cross, Iver, Stoke Poges and Taplow. This Division has more than 40 volunteers helping locally support a membership of 250 who are registered blind or partially sighted. All volunteers are vetted and undergo induction training at the charity’s head office in Aylesbury.  Chalfont Division operates in Chalfont St Giles, Chalfont St Peter, Chalfont Common and in a neighbouring Locality.

Carers Bucks Wycombe Office telephone: 01494 463536 or 0300 777 2722 (Aylesbury) email: [email protected] Carers Bucks exists entirely to support and promote the wellbeing of family carers. Supporting carers of all ages in a variety of caring roles and circumstances.  Telecare covers a wide range of equipment from simple alarms and pagers to more sophisticated equipment that links to a control centre.  The Red Cross answer distress calls where people do not require a paramedic. They can attend and lift people safely using appropriate equipment, this is included in the’ Telecare’ package.

Stroke Association Bucks / Stroke Support c/o Carers Bucks, Ardenham Court, Oxford Rd, Aylesbury HP19 8HT email: [email protected] Tel: 0300 3300 761 HCPs email: [email protected] Available Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00hrs.

Stroke Support Group Methodist Church, Woodside Road, Amersham, Bucks HP6 6AN. Contact: 01296 632217

Contact the Elderly was formed 40 years ago and has 350 groups nationally. It is the aim of the charity to try and ease the loneliness and isolation of some elderly people who live alone. Contact the Elderly groups organise gatherings for elderly people who live alone. Contact: Suzan Hyland 0800 716543 email: [email protected]

Crossroads Care Central and South Bucks 1st Floor, The Geans, 3 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Bucks HP16 0NZ Contact: 01494 868107. Providing information, support and advice for carers.

Cruse Bereavement Care Buckinghamshire c/o The Free Church, Woodside Road, Amersham, Bucks HP6 6AJ. Contact: 01494 766455

Healthy Minds Bucks [email protected] www.healthyminds.net Contact: 0844 225 2400 / 0207 1933113 The Buckinghamshire Primary Care Wellbeing Service operated by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Home Instead Senior Care www.homeinstead.co.uk Contact: Maidenhead 01628 299097, Henley 01491 877132, Wallingford 01865 364418

The National Autistic Society www.nas.org.uk Contact: 0845 070 4004

The Chilterns MS Centre Oakwood Close, Wendover, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP225LX www.chilternsmscentre.org email: [email protected] Tel: 01296 696133

MS Society www.mssociety.org.uk Contact: 0208 438 0700

MKB Care Association, The Clare Charity Centre, Wycombe Rd, Saunderton, Bucks HP14 4HU Contact: telephone 01494 300104 or 0844 8008378 Natasha Leek Membership Services, NMDS Support and Training Administration [email protected] Michelle Rundle Training Administrator and Accounts [email protected] Becci Platts Workforce Development Officer [email protected]

Total Training Solutions & Consultancy Limited Tel: 01494 771935 or 0845 521048 Provides training over a wide range of subjects pertaining to health and social care including ‘ Dementia Awareness’

The University of the Third Age South Bucks (U3A) Have monthly general meetings at the Beacon Centre, Holtspur Way, Beaconsfield on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 14:00hrs. There are currently in excess of 600 members and 37 active study groups. The membership fee is £20.00 pa and a joining fee of £5.00. Contact: (Chairman) 01494 712831 or [email protected]

Remap – Enabling Independence www.remap.org.uk Contact: 0845 130 0456

Mend Active Health (/whatweoffer/mendadults/moreactivehealth) A six-week programme designed to increase activity levels and help adults lead a healthier life by encouraging them to adopt healthy behaviours centred around activity and nutrition. Adult Weight Management: A programme is currently in development

Social Housing

London & Quadrant Housing Association Beacon House, 50 Stoke Road, Slough SL2 5AW. Contact: Tel 0844 406 9000 www.lqgroup.org.uk or [email protected] or Tel: Wendy Richardson (Neighbourhood Services Team Leader 0800 0156536 ext. 6782. . Paradigm Housing Group 1 Glory Park Avenue, Wooburn Green, Bucks HP10 0DF (postal) Customer Services: telephone 0300 3031010 email: [email protected] Telephone lines are open Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00hrs. Jane Brewer 01494 830991

Local Areas Chalfonts Local Area

Local Area Forum

Locality Manager: Jackie Wesley 14 Parishes (11 in Southern Locality and 3 in the Amersham & Chesham Locality)

Chalfont St Giles, Chalfont St Peter, Chalfont Common, Gold Hill, Central, Austenwood and Seer Green are all represented in the Chalfont’s LAF.

Previous meetings have looked at transport for the elderly, diversionary youth activities, the child poverty strategy, credit union development, vulnerable adult service provision, HS2, bus service and community car sharing schemes.

Following January 2013 work, 7 top priorities were chosen to be taken forward for action. A local Area Profile is available, which covers population, household composition, Acorn Groupings, general characteristics, local economy, health, well-being & lifestyle, education and resident priorities.  Anti-Social Behaviour (Including speeding & dog fouling)  Young people’s facilities & activities.  Libraries  Valued green-space improvement & enhancement  Activities for older or vulnerable people  Road & footway safety improvements  Transport.

Chalfont St Giles

Information sources: CSG village website, The Chalfonts LAF Local Area Plan, Chiltern CCG patient list data. Direct GP data

St Giles Surgery Townfield Lane, Chalfont St Giles HP8 4QG. Practice Manager Denise Burnham tel: 01494 874006 fax: 01494 875455 This surgery is part of a six-doctor, the two site ‘The Misbourne Practice’, the other being in Chalfont St Peter. Providing medical care to approximately 14,000 patients in the parishes of Chalfont St Giles, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross, Seer Green and Jordans

Dentists: J A Woodcock Old Bank House, The Green, High Street CSG, HP8 4QZ 0844 5769559

Chalfont St Giles has an Age Concern group which includes a Lunch Club, Chiropody Clinic, Monday Exercise Class and a monthly Darby & Joan Club which provides fellowship and entertainment. Home visits are made with an increased emphasis at Christmas time. The Bucks Vision, Chalfont Division meets twice a month in the Memorial Hall and there is a Community Library staffed by volunteer and a 60+ Fitness Club.

Places of Worship in Chalfont St Giles include, Deanway United Church (URC & Methodist), Chalfont St Giles Parish Church, The Rock (which meets in the Memorial Hall and also has a Coffee Club called the Rock Café) and Holy Infant of Prague, Roman Catholic Church

Chalfont St Peter

GPs & Health Facilities:  Dr Allan & Partners and Dr Butcher & Partners Calcot Medical Centre, Hampden Road, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 9SA Telephone: 01753 887311 for both practices  Dr Brodie & Partners Misbourne Surgery, Church Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 9RR Telephone: 01753 891010  Chalfont & Gerrards Cross Hospital Hampden Road, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 9SA Telephone: 01753 883821  The National Society for Epilepsy, Chesham Lane, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 0RJ Telephone: 01494 601300, Web Address: http://www.epilepsynse.org.uk  Action MobilityThe White House, Market Place, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 9HE (Opening hours Monday-Saturday 10:00-16:00), Telephone: 01753 890 616 or email: [email protected]

Chalfont St Peter Community Centre (CSPCC) is where a multitude of local organisations meet and is available for hire to anyone from the community. Groups meeting at CSPCC include, Community Centre Bingo, Chesham, Amersham & District Citizens Advice Bureau, Chalfont Bridge Club, Chalfont Common Women’s Institute, Chalfont St Peter Garden Club, Hatha Yoga Classes, National Council of Women, Sew Together, Trisha’s Workout (qualified fitness instructor with classes for a range of abilities), Short Mat Bowls Club and Simply Walk (Chalfont St Peter Walkers) Meet outside CSPCC for a 1 to 1.5 hour

The Chalfonts Friendship Club (CFC) was established in March 2009 to facilitate the opportunity for people who are retired or of retirement age, whether living on their own or couples, to meet and share company. The club is focused on reaching out and promoting companionship and sharing amongst the local community and meets in the hall at St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church.

The Village Older People’s Action Group (VOPAG) at Chalfont St Peter Meet monthly and has been set up as part of the Chalfont St Peter Village Appraisal. Its purpose is to give the older people of Chalfont St Peter the opportunity to meet together as citizens and exchange views, news and information of interest and concern. The VOPAG provides an authoritative voice to take up issues with people who can do something about them.

Places of Worship in Chalfont St Peter include St Peter’s Parish Church, Older Peoples Monthly Tea Party, All Saints Sunday Services, St Joseph’s Parish, St Paul Horn Hill and The Gospel Hall.

Gold Hill

Gold Hill has a Seniors Day which meets weekly at Gold Hill Baptist Church (this was formerly the Age Concern Wednesday Club). Gold Hill Care has grown out of a ministry of the Baptist Church, serving older people. Gold Hill Care is now a Christian charity responsible for the care and management of Rock House Residential Home for older people. Gold Hill Homecare Service was also created by Gold Hill Care with the aim of providing practical assistance to enable people who are unwell, disabled or elderly to maintain their independence and remain in their own homes rather than moving in to a residential/nursing home. Graham House Sheltered Flats are 12 single bed studio flats, managed by Gold Hill Care. Seer Green

Population estimate from census 2,300 (13.7% 65+) 860 Households

The village and civil parish of Seer Green lies close to the historic village of Jordans and a mile east of Beaconsfield. The village has two churches, Church of England and Baptist, primary school, a newsagent / post office and a small parade of shops catering for all basic needs. The nearest supermarkets are two miles away in Beaconsfield. Seer Green has two public houses, two golf courses within a mile (Beaconsfield and Oakland’s Park) and a recreation ground.

The Parish Council is the sole trustee for the Seer Green Jubilee Hall Charity and provides the Chair and membership of the Hall’s Management Committee. The hall is used by the primary school during term but available for private hire outside term time hours. A twice a year newsletter is distributed to all houses within the village and covers all recent news from the council; this is distributed by councillors at no cost to the parish.

Parish Council meetings are held 1st Wednesday of every month with the exception of August. The Parish Council priorities are reported as being; the Village Plan, Long Term Planning, Risk Assessment and Annual Budget Setting.

Travel and Transport: The Parish Council seek to encourage the provision of adequate public transport to serve the needs of the village and have committed to monitor and influence its provision.

Sports, Social and Voluntary Services: The Parish Council will encourage support for organised sport and social activities and give support to community groups.

Organisations, Clubs & Societies in Seer Green include, the Eight O’clock Club with speakers, walks and outings, Seer Green Lunch Club which meets at Seer Green Baptist Church, Seer Green & Jordans Society, Seer Green & Jordans Women’s Institute, the Seer Green Bridge Club who meet in the Jubilee Hall and The Coffee Shop which also meets in the lounge of Seer Green Baptist Church.

Places of Worship in Seer Green include Holy Trinity Church and Seer Green Baptist Church who have a weekly Special for Seniors day with a wide range of activities and Meeting point with speakers, presentations and refreshments and occasionally a shared meal or an outing.

Beeches Local Area

Burnham

The Beeches Local Area Forum (LAF) covers five parishes: Burnham, Taplow, Dorney, Stoke Poges and Farnham Common. The LAF had previously focused on cycling, however at the last priority refresh members of the LAF felt that a wider aim of getting active needed to be introduced to encourage local people to engage in a range of activities. A sub-group has been set up to develop an action plan for this priority. They have identified the following precipitant priorities. 1. Coordination/Sharing activities that require no specialist clothing or equipment. 2. Emotionally appealing events 3.Inactive families on lower incomes 4. Identifying, signposting and improving non motoring routes to shops, libraries, schools etc. 5. Patients visiting health centres who would benefit from more physical activity. 6 Parents/carers waiting to collect children from school. 7. Falls prevention for older residents.

Burnham Beeches: Population estimate 1400 (23.2% 65+) 520 Households

91.5% of land is green-space and the lowest population density compared with the rest of the territory. 85% of household tenure is owner occupied, 47% of which is owned outright. 68% of accommodation is detached housing. 6.5% of accommodation is some form of mobile home. Economically and based on Acorn categories, 98% of households are termed ‘Wealthy Achievers’ and less than 1% of the economically active are unemployed. 18% of people work from home and 23% of households owned 3+ vehicles. Based on 2010 Indices of Deprivation, this area falls in to the least deprived 30% in England however ‘Barriers to Housing and Services’ is high for Burnham Beeches. The reasons for this are road distance to a primary school, food store, GP premises and post office and there by falling in to the most deprived 12% in England.

132 People (10.5%) provide some form of unpaid care

Burnham Church: Population estimate 5300 (17.1% 65+) 2089 Households

The population density was 21.99 per hectare compared with the District average of 4.38 (second highest per ward in district), 19.1% of housing stock was terraced (5% higher than average for the district). 3.4% of the economically active population are unemployed

439 People (8.9%) provide some form of unpaid care.

Burnham Lent Rise: Population estimate 4,900 (13.3% 65+) 1867 Households

The 65+ age group is lower than the District average of 18.3%. The general population density is the highest in the district 39.8 pph (district average 4.38 pph). The main land use is domestic gardens and makes up 37.1% of land use for the Ward, This is the only Ward where green-space isn’t the main land usage. 18.5% of housing is purpose built flats (5% higher than District average). There are more single non-pensionable households (4.8% higher than District average) and fewer pensioner households (7%) than the District average

404 People (9.0%) provide some form of unpaid care

There are two main Bus Operators in Burnham.

 First who run two half hourly services, 78 (Priory Estate Shops-Burnham Garibaldi-Whittaker Rd/Haymill Rd-Scafell Rd/Teesdale Rd-Slough Trading Est/Liverpool Rd-Elliman Ave/Stoke Poges Lane-Slough Bus Station-Heathrow Airport) and 1B (Britwell Shops E-Burnham Rail Station-The Buckingham Centre-Elliman Ave/Stoke Poges Lane-Slough Bus Station).

 Redline who run service 68 on Tuesday and Friday Only (Maidenhead-Taplow-Cliveden Gates- Burnham Pink Lane-Wyndham Crescent-Burnham/British Legion-Bath Road Sainsbury’s-Dorney Reach/Harcourt Rd-Dorney Palmers Arms-Eton Wick/The Pickwick-Eton/Windsor Bridge-Slough Bus Station)

There is a Train Line operated by First Great Western to/from Reading-Twyford-Madenhead-Taplow (17 minutes past the hour and 47 minutes past the hour) and Bunham (9 minutes past the hour and 39 minutes past the hour)-Slough-Langley-Iver-to/from London Paddington.

Burnham Health Centre has a practice team consisting of doctors, practice nurses, district nurses, health visitors, midwife and other specialist staff, which includes a community podiatrist and physiotherapist. The health centre is also a training practice and usually has 2 – 3 GP Registrars for up to 6 months whist they train to be doctors in their own right. In partnership with BHPT the practices embraces a broader view of “health” by providing facilities such as drop in clinics, CAB, youth counselling, diabetic education and various carers groups.

Simply Health Mobility & Access Equipment (formerly Nightingale Medical and Mobility Products) are specialist suppliers of manual wheelchairs, electric scooters/wheelchairs, lifting and reclining chairs, adjustable beds, bath lifts, stair lifts and incontinence products. Burnham has a Community Association which runs the Burnham Village Minibus Service and is available for hire to local voluntary and community groups in Burnham or surrounding area. TheThink! Burnham Partnership is a group of local organisations and individuals who aim to respond to all those who live, work, care or would like to visit Burnham and its surrounding communities. The Burnham Neighbourhood Watch is affiliated to Think! Burnham and is also a member of Burnham Neighbourhood Action Group. The Burnham Good Neighbour Scheme Is a village car scheme available day time only for medical appointments with a 7 day notice restriction. The scheme covers Burnham and Taplow. Eligibility is for people with no other means of transport.

Burnham Park Hall hosts Tea Dances and a range of dance, yoga and exercise classes for different abilities. Burnham Carers Support Group meets in the Youth Centre, Minnicroft Road. Slough & District Probus Club meet for lunch with guest speakers. There are outings to local places of interest during the summer months and an opportunity to socialise with piers and friends.

Burnham Library has Public internet access, Free WIFI access, Computer for customers with visual impairment, Children’s computers and 2 community rooms for hire. Activities Include: Library Reading Group, Sew Knit & Natter, Adult Learning, Chess Club and Singing for the Memory.

The Burnham Health Promotion Trust (BHPT) was established in 1997 to promote good health in the local population and to this end it initiates many projects of its own as well as supporting the work of many local organisations. Movers & Shakers Burnham has been established with BHPT being the managing community partner.

The Rotary Club of Burnham Beeches runs a full programme of social events, many of which are open to non-members. These events have helped forge a sense of fellowship and good will between members as well as the community at large. The Lions Club of Burnham Buckinghamshire organise various events for the local community, including Christmas Fayre and the parade for the summer Carnival. Lions actively raise funds in the local area through these and various other activities. Lions also look to undertake work which can enhance the lives of local people either individually or as a community.

The Well @ Lent Rise is a Christian charity working in the heart of the Lent Rise Community. The Well provides a welcoming place for local people to gain support and to connect with others without judgement or prejudice. The Meeting Place connecting the community and running a ‘Drop In’ where tea, coffee and homemade cakes are served. There is opportunity to socialise and build friend-ships. Community agencies and institutions are made available through the Meeting Place for those who need them, such as Citizen’s Advice Bureau on a monthly basis.

Places of Worship and Church Based Activities Burnham include St Peter’s Church which provides access to the church for many regular social activities such as Yoga, Art Group, Townswomen’s Guild, Friendly Bombs Drama Group, Coffee, Cake & Company, Keep Fit, Thursday Painters, Pilates Class, Simply Walk Meeting Point and a Lunch Club.

Burnham Methodist Church also host a number of activities including Monday Club (afternoon social club for older people). Activities at Monday Club include Bingo, a raffle tea and biscuits and an opportunity to meet up with old and new friends. Regular lunches are held and also occasional outings and parties.

B-FAB (Burnham 50 & Beyond) also meets at the Methodist Church. The main focus of B-FAB is to promote the welfare and interests of older people in Burnham and its surrounding area and to improve life quality of older people working cooperatively with other local and national organisations. Chair Based Exercise Class has weekly sessions at the Methodist Church Hall, Eastfield Rd. These 45 minute sessions are subsidised by BHPT.

Slough & District Probus Club meet for lunch with guest speakers. There are outings to local places of interest during the summer months and an opportunity to socialise with piers and friends. Other places of worship in Burnham include St Mary’s Church (Church of England) Our lady of Peace (Roman Catholic) and the United Reformed Church in Stomp Road. The United Reformed Church hosts Movers and Shakers (Burnham Style) and has a monthly friendship group and coffee morning.

Dorney

Dorney & Burnham: Population estimate 1,700 (17.9% 65+) 595 Households

Based on 2001 census figures the working age population makes up 60.6% of the population (1.9% higher than the SB average). 57.2% of accommodation is detached housing (14% higher than the SB average). Population density is low (2.04pph).

170 People (11%) provide some form of unpaid care

In the parish of Dorney are the hamlets of Dorney Reach and Lake End.

Denham

Denham North: Population est 2,900 (28.9% 65+) 1316 Households

Based on BSP population projections for the District of the 65+ age group by 2026 it is predicted this group will have increased to over 36%. This may require changes to service provision. 54.3% of people are of working age.

245 People (9.3%) provide some form of unpaid care

In Nightingale Way, Denham Green,the Denham Opportunities Centre run by Buckinghamshire Care operates on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday every week.

St Mary’s Church is the main place of worship in Denham and in the St Marks Hall the Madelene Paton Luncheon Club meets twice a month with Denham Wives and the History Society meeting monthly. The monthly Age Concern Lunch Club meets at the Community Centre in New Denham as does the Monday Club and the Ladies Social Club.

Age Concern arrange regular (monthly) shopping trips to Amersham Tesco with the bus collecting from a number of collection points around Denham. After shopping a cup of tea or coffee can be enjoyed in the café.

Gerrards Cross

Gerrards Cross E Denham S: Population est 3,600 (14.5% 65+) 1426 Households

Within Denham South there is a high percentage of owner occupied housing which makes up 83.7% of the household tenure, this is 5.7% higher than the district average. There is a higher percentage of single non- pensionable households in this Ward. Denham South incorporates New Denham and parts of ‘Willowbank’ on the NW outskirts of Uxbridge. Bucks New University has their Uxbridge Campus at 106 Oxford Rd, just beyond the county boundary.

338 People (10.1%) provide some form of unpaid care

Gerrards Cross E & Denham SW: Population est 2,000 (15.9% 65+)

58.9% of accommodation is detached housing (16% higher than the District average). This Ward contains the highest percentage of 0-19 year olds in the district (540) contributing 28.2% to the total population. This Ward contains Higher Denham, Bakers Wood and Tatling End where South Bucks District Council Offices are located.

139 People (7.9%) provide some form of unpaid care. CLO administrative functions and specific meetings take place at SBDC offices, otherwise there is no current CLO activity in this Ward.

Gerrards Cross South: Population est 3,529 (15.9% 65+)

87.2% of accommodation is detached housing (44% higher than the District average) 73.1% of houses fall in to the G-H bands (41.5% higher than the District average). Based on Acorn Data the main type of social grouping within this ward is ‘Wealthy Achievers’. 87.9% of this Ward fall into this category (27% higher than the District average)

254 People (7.9%) provide some form of unpaid care.

Gerrards Cross North: Population estimate 3,300 (24.8% 65+)

1183 Households The 65+ age group (24.8% of the population) is 6.5% higher than the District average. 8.6% of accommodation is owner occupied (4.6% higher than the District average. Almost 48% of this owner occupied housing is owned outright. 61.1% of housing is detached, higher than the District average 0f 42.9%. 73% of houses fall in to G-H banding (41.5% higher than the District average). For Gerrards Cross North there is a higher percentage of pensioner households (5% higher) and a lower percentage of single non-pensionable households (3% lower) than the District average. Based on 2001 Census data 70.8% of the working age population within Gerrards Cross North are economically active, this is 7.1% lower than the average of 77.9% for the District.

235 People provide some form of unpaid care (8.0%)

Dentists in Gerrards Cross include, Oak End Dental Clinic, The Village Dental Health Centre, Belmont Dental Practice, Elite Dental Clinic, Nuleaf, Dr Paul Cruci, Davis R.W, Mr J R Mackay.

In terms of Public and Community Transport, Gerrards Cross has a Concessionary Fares Taxi Scheme for over 60’s. This covers transport to local GPs, dentists and hospitals via taxi. The way the scheme works is that once an individual has become a member, they are able to telephone the approved taxi company and make a booking in the normal way to take them to the appropriate medical facility. The agreed fares for those destinations are listed in the information sent to the scheme member on joining. At the end of each one way journey, the member pays the driver the agreed fare and be given a signed receipt. The member then completes a claim form and takes this along with the receipts to the Gerrards Cross Post Office where a rebate of up to 70% of the fare can be claimed. The amount of rebate for each destination is set out with the agreed fare information. It is possible for the rebate to be collected from the Post Office by a friend or family member on behalf of the scheme member. Taxi Firms in Gerrards Cross include Rely-On and Diamond Executive.

Local Bus Services include, the 305, 740 / A40 and A30 operated by Carousel Buses, the 335 operated by Red Line and the 353 operated by Arriva.

Organisations Clubs & Societies in Gerrards Cross include the Gerrards Cross Community Association who run the Memorial Centre which also hosts the Gerrards Cross Club for Women, The Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Camera Club and the Gerrards Cross Horticultural Society, Flower Club and Chess Club.

Other groups include the Royal British Legion, Gerrards Cross Squash Club, the Concert Goers Group, the Chalfont and Gerrards Cross History Society and the Duplicate Bridge Club who meet in the Colston Hall and the Garden Room.

Gerrards Cross also has a Community Library and a Movers and Shakers Group who meet at the Methodist Church.

Farnham Royal, Farnham Common, Hedgerley and Fulmer

Farnham Royal: Population estimate 5,300 (20% 65+) 1981 Households

There were 1,314 people within the 0-19 age group living in the Ward which contributes 25.2% to the population of Farnham Royal (higher than the South Bucks average of 23.9%). The population density was 12.44pph (higher than the South Bucks average of 4.38pph). 56.7% of accommodation type was detached housing (14% higher than the District average). Terraced housing makes up 17.8% of the accommodation type (4.2% higher than the District average). Based on Acorn Categories Farnham Royal has 74.3% of ‘Wealthy Achiever’ households (14% higher than the District average).

507 People provide some form of unpaid care (10.1%)

Hedgerley & Fulmer: Population estimate 1,600 (19.1% 65+) 589 Households

The number of persons per hectare in Hedgerley & Fulmer based on 2001 Census information was 1.2, lower than the average population density of 4.38pph for the District. The main land usage is green-space, making up 88,9% of the area (11.4% higher than the District average). 37.9% of accommodation is detached housing (5% lower than the District average). 5,6% of accommodation were flats (part of a converted or shared house), this is 4% higher than the District average. Based on Acorn Categories Hedgerley & Fulmer has 83.5% of ‘Wealthy Achiever’ households (23.2% higher than the District average)

141 People (10.2%) provide some form of unpaid care

Southmead GP Surgery – Farnham Common Moonlight Dental Surgery – Farnham Royal

The Alzheimer’s Society Former Carers Group meets at the Dukes Head in Farnham Royal. The Farnhams Voluntary Service Scheme serves Farnham Common and Farnham Royal specifically for transport to and from medical appointments at Southmead Surgery. Farnham Common has a Community Library which incorporates a Sure Start Children’s Centre and an office for local Thames Valley Police Community Support Officers.

Fulmer Village Hall is situated in the heart of Fulmer Village which also has a Cricket Club and Tennis Club and is the home of the Gerrards Cross & Fulmer Football Club and the South Bucks Riding for the Disabled Association which works with riders who have a variety of disabilities including learning difficulties, cerebral palsy, spina-bifida, paraplegia, rheumatoid arthritis, Down’s syndrome, epilepsy, deafness, blindness and limb amputation.

Iver Heath

Population estimate 5,100 (16% 65+) 1923 Households

The main accommodation type in Iver Heath is Semi-detached housing which accounted for 44.1% higher than the District average of 25.3%. There were also 17.8% of purpose built flats which was 44% higher than the District average. Based on Acorn Categories 34.6% of people fall into the ‘Comfortably Off’ category (13% higher than the District average). 12.5% Fall in to the ‘Hard Pressed’ grouping which is 8.7% higher than the District average. Based on information from the 2001 Census 81.4% of the working age population within Iver Heath are economically active, this is 3.5% higher than the average of 77.9 for the District.

452 People (9.9%) provide some form of unpaid care.

Iver Parish is situated in the extreme south east of Buckinghamshire and includes the discrete areas of Iver Village, Iver Heath, Richings Park and Thorney. The 58 bus route connects the Parish to Uxbridge and Slough, and runs 7 days a week. The 583 route runs from Langley to Uxbridge via Richings Park, Iver Village and Cowley, week days only. A Saturdays only service, the 582, runs from Denham to Windsor, via George Green. Local First Great Western trains run from Iver to London Paddington, Slough, Reading and Oxford. There are two GP practices in Iver Heath, Iver Heath Health Centre and Aysgarth Medical Centre.

A number of groups meet regularly in Iver Heath Village Hall including the Iver Heath Ladies Group, Signatures (Acapella singers), the Garden and Allotment Club, Donna’s Keep Fit, Heathway Ladies Group, Drama Club, Yoga, Zumba Fitness Party Class, Pilates and Innovate Fitness for Seniors.

The Evreham Sports Centre is a Sports and Leisure facility managed by NEXUS Community on behalf of SBDC. It is situated in Swallow Street, Iver and shares the same site as the Continuing Education buildings. As well as the Sports Centre, Iver Heath also has a Tennis Club and a Community Library.

Iver Village & Richings Park

Population estimate 5,000 (16.3% 65+)

1944 Households 20.2% of the accommodation type for the Ward was terraced housing, which is 6.6% higher than the District average. Detached housing is 9.2% lower than the District average. Based on Acorn Data for Iver Village and Richings Park the main type of grouping is ‘Comfortably Off’ which makes up 44.9% of the Wads households which is 23.3% higher than the District average.

509 People provide some form of unpaid care (10.9%)

Iver Village has a GP Practice, The Ivers Practice at Iver Medical Centre, and three Dental Practices, Dental Wellbeing, Iver Dental Care and Iver Dental Practice.

In terms of groups and activities there is a Contact the Elderly group which covers the Ivers, Iver Badminton Club, Richings Park Badminton Club, Iver Short Mat Bowls Club, Richings Park Choral Society, Richings Players, Richings Park Sports and Social Club and Iver Community Association.

There are three local parks, Black Park, Langley Park & Denham Park. Each of the parks have organised activities and Langley Park has a Simply Walk.

Other activities include the Iver Women’s Institute, Iver & District Countryside Association, Iver Environment Study Centre and Food & Friends which meets at the St Peter’s Centre, Iver. Community Connect Iver is a community web site with local events and activities.

There are a number of places of worship in Iver and Richings Park including St Peter’s Church, St Leonard’s Church, St Margaret’s Church, St Andrew’s United Reformed Church and King’s Church. King’s Church hosts the King’s Friends Group for older people and a special informal service aimed at the over 50s. King’s Friends also regularly hold special events such as the ‘King’s Banquet’, afternoon teas, river trips, concerts, quizzes, and barbeques. There is a King’s Friends Lunch Club and a Theatre Club both of which meet once a month. Iver & District Mobility Club is hosted and supported by King’s Church. The club is for those who are physically limited and seeks to encourage them to make friends and enjoy meetings and outings.

Stoke Poges

Population estimate 5,200 (19.6% 65+) 2054 Households

The 65 and over age group make up 19.6% of the Ward, slightly higher than the average (18.3%) for South Bucks. Based on BSP population projections for this Ward the retired are predicted to increase by 12.5% from 2009 to 2026. Within Stoke Poges there is a high percentage of owner occupied housing which makes up 80.5% of the household tenure within the Ward (2.5% higher than the S Bucks average). There is a higher percentage of pensioner households (4% higher) and a lower percentage of single non-pensionable households (2.6% lower) compared with the District average. Based on Acorn Categories Stoke Poges has 70.7% of ‘Wealthy Achiever’ households which is higher than the District average by 10.4%.

538 People provide some form of unpaid care (11.1%)

There is a GP practice in Stoke Poges, Threeways Surgery. The Stoke Poges Good Neighbours Scheme can provide lifts to the surgery but also to the shops in and around Stoke Poges.

In terms of other organisations, clubs & societies in Stoke Poges, there is a carers support group run by the Alzheimer’s Society and a Bucks Vision group. St Andrew’s has a Coffee morning at the Church Centre and twice a year holds a lunch. St Andrew’s is also the venue for the St Giles Women’s Fellowship and the Stoke Poges Bridge Club. The Stoke Poges Men’s Group have about six events each year including dinners, outings and activities.

Orchard Academy of Dance & Theatre Arts run FITSTEPS which combines the most popular Latin and Ballroom dances with proven fitness techniques. Other sports and physical health related activities include the Badminton Club in the main hall of the Village Centre and Stoke Poges Bowls Club.

The Village Centre hosts the Stoke Poges Photographic Club and Stoke Poges Players. Other groups includethe Friends of Stoke Common which runs practical conservation activities and the Stoke Poges Horticultural Society.

Taplow

Taplow: Population estimate 1,800 (19.1% 65+) 764 Households

There were 300 people within the 0-19 age group living within the Ward which contributes 17.1% to the population of Taplow; this is6.8% lower than the average of 23.9% for South Bucks for this age group. Based on Census information the working age population make up 62.2% of the total, this is 3.5% higer than the average for South Bucks. The population density was 1.41 persons per hectare in Taplow, lower than the District average of 4.38pph and 3.45pph for England and Wales. 20.8% of the accommodation type in Taplow was Terraced housing which is 7.2% higher than the District average of 13.6%. Flats which were part of a converted or shared house made up 9%, higher than the District average of 1.6%. Caravans or other mobile structures accounted for 6.3% of the accommodation type in Taplow, higher than the District average of 1.6%. For Taplow there is a higher percentage of single non-pensionable households (9.2% higher), cohabiting couples and married couples with no children (8.5% higher) and a lower percentage of married couple households with children(9.2% lower) compared with the District average.

170 People provide some form of unpaid care (10.7%)Taplow has a train station with links to London Paddington and Reading.

Organisations, Clubs & Societies in Taplow include the Hitcham and Taplow Society who get involved in Planning issues and also run the village green party in the summer and the Maidenhead Operatic Society who to meet to rehearse in Taplow Village Hall.

St Nicholas’ Church is the main place of worship in Taplow.

Wexham

Wexham Population estimate 3,200 (18.1% 65+) 1321 Households

Within this Ward 82.3% of accommodation tenure is owner occupied housing, which is 4.3% higher than the District average. 18.5% of accommodation type was made up of caravan or other mobile or temporary structure, this is 16.9% higher than the District average of 1.6%. In Wexham and Iver West there is a higher percentage of single non-pensionable households (4.5% higher) and a lower percentage of married couple households with children(3.9% lower) than the District average. Based on Acorn Categories Wexham and Iver West has 58.3% of ’Wealthy Achievers’, slightly lower than the District average in the ‘Comfortably Off’ category there are 28.7% which is 7.1% higher than the District average. 70.9% of people declare themselves as having good health, this is 4.4% lower than the South Bucks average.

323 People provide some form of unpaid care (10.4%)

Bus Route 7 runs regular daily services and connects Wexham to Slough and Uzbridge Slough-Uxbridge via Wexham Court and Iver Heath. Bus Route 583 links Wexham to Uxbridge, Iver, Richings Park

The main groups in Wexham are the Wexham Parish Residents Association, the George Green Social Library and the George Green Women’s Institute, all of who meet in the Harvey Memorial Hall.