Join us for an exciting programme to celebrate Older People's Day!

The aim of the day is to help older people connect to local services and found out about activities and groups they can join.

When: Friday 14th October 2016

Time: from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm

Where: Rivermead Leisure Complex, Richfield Avenue, Reading RG1 8EQ

A wide range of voluntary organisations will be present as from 1 pm with their information stalls.  Attendants will be able to trial some physical activities, such as Table Tennis, indoor Golf, and some of the accessible equipment courtesy of Rivermead Leisure Complex.

At the event, The Stroke Association will provide Free Blood Pressure Checks, and Leightons will provide Free Hearing Tests.

The programme will also include a variety of speakers, local community groups and activities, singing, dancing and exercise.  Please download the programme for further details (Nepali version also available for download).

Light refreshments will be on offer. 

Transport

• Reading Buses will run a free shuttle bus from bus stop FH on Friar Street (outside Sainsbury), from 12.15
• Bus route 28 runs outside the venue until 1.45 pm (please see timetable)
• ReadiBus can support commuters who wish to attend - call them on 0118 931 0000

Pre-event week of activities: Connecting people to local activities

During the week preceding Older People's Day, from 3rd October to 7th October, older people and others will be able to join activities in their local communities.

This may be the opportunity for people who live alone or feel isolated to join others in a safe, environment at least once a week, to share a cake, a drink, a chat, and make friends.

The  information flyer has further details on page 2 of when and where those activities are during that week.  They are only a small sample of what is actually available in Reading. For further information and to find out about other activities in Reading and near you, please visit the sections on this site:

• Community Directory & Venues - Community Events
• Adults & Carers Support Services - Looking for things to do

Queries

If you have any queries, please contact opwg@reading.gov.uk or call 0118 937 2383