Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale - Service Update for Referrers, Volunteers and Staff

Thank you for your continued support. This update includes referral routes, key services and contact details to help you signpost people quickly and confidently.

Direct Access for CRTs and Vale Wellbeing Services

·        For CRTs and Vale Wellbeing staff – the Broker Service is commissioned to give you direct, fast-track access to additional support

·        A single point of contact that will pull together the right mix of third sector, private, and statutory services to meet individual needs and support independence

·        Direct lines (for CRTs and Vale Wellbeing Services):

o   Vale: 07483 019257

o   Cardiff: 07964 974401

·        All other services / general enquiries:

o   02920 683600

Help with Befriending and Shopping

·        Our befriending and shopping service’s supports people aged 65+ who are experiencing isolation. Please use the secure online referral forms where possible.  Cardiff Referral Form & Vale Referral Form

·        Contact: Cardiff 02920 683600

Help with Benefits

·        We can help people aged 60+ check they are getting all the benefits they are entitled to, support with applications, and offer face-to-face or telephone advice.

·        Contact: Cardiff 02920 683680 and Vale 02920 683682

Barry Wellbeing Centre

·        38 Holton Road, Barry – open weekday mornings

·        A drop-in space for older people to stay active and meet others

·        Helps reduce isolation through social activities like Tai Chi, bingo, and knitting

·        Café with light refreshments

·        Contact: 01446 747654

Memory and Wellbeing Café

·        Memory and Wellbeing Café and Occupational Therapy advice drop-ins, in partnership with CwmpasOT, every Wednesday at the Wellbeing Centre, 38 Holton Road, Barry.

·        10:30am–12pm: dementia-friendly activity 

·        12pm–3pm: Pop in sessions for OT advice 

·        Contact: 07450 729152

Help with Cutting Your Toenails

Our nail cutting service supports people who are unable to cut their toenails on their own. Open to all ages. Cost £24 for a clinic visit.

·        Contact: 02922 331113 

Small Grants

·        Up to £500 is available for essential items such as beds, fridges and mobility aids.  Applications must be made by a professional, not by the client

·        Complete our application form or visit Age Connects Small Grants

Volunteering

·        We are always looking for volunteers to support older people through our befriending and shopping service.

·        Please help by displaying our volunteer recruitment poster.

·        Contact 02920 683600 or complete the volunteer application form if you would like to volunteer yourself.

Help With Energy Bills

·        The LEAP service offers free, practical support to help people manage and reduce their energy costs.  Includes advice on saving energy, checking bills, and accessing grants or support schemes

·        Contact: 02920 683604 or Apply for LEAP

Support While You Shop Online

·        You can raise free donations for Age Connects Cardiff & Vale every time you shop online with Easyfundraising. More than 8,000 retailers take part.

·        Visit: Age Connects Cardiff & Vale Fundraising | Easyfundraising