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Two older people, sat together on top deck of a bus, laughing

September 5, 2023

Older models needed

We are looking for models to help us update our transport image library – maybe you know someone who would be interested? We’re looking for a diverse range…

Older man, sat inside with coat on, looking at the camera.

August 10, 2023

Warm winter webinar

Are you settling back somewhere, in summer sun? Or maybe, like us up in Yorkshire, you are still waiting for any sun… or maybe already hoping for…

12 LOPF staff on screen in a video meeting

July 30, 2023

Update: August 2023

Here is a brief selection of our recent work, and what we expect to be doing next month. In July, among other activities, we have… In August…

Older man at open door, smiling, with a small package in front of him

July 26, 2023

Brighter Days – applying to be a delivery partner

We are today launching Brighter Days, a round of grants, of up to £1,000, to support people in Leeds aged 65+ with the cost of living crisis.…

June 29, 2023

Update: July 2023

Here is a brief selection of our recent work, and what we expect to be doing next month. It’s not comprehensive, but we hope it gives a…

June 22, 2023

Embracing AI: The Empowering Implications for Older People in the UK

Introduction: In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various aspects of our lives, from voice assistants and smart home devices to personalized recommendations and virtual assistants.…

June 22, 2023

Small charities, large impact

In Small Charity Week I’ve been reflecting on our own role as a small charity ourselves. As CEO of a small infrastructure organisation (Leeds Older People’s Forum),…

Two women, one much older than the other, walking arm in arm in sunshine.

June 7, 2023

Only connect

Next week (12-18 June) is Loneliness Awareness Week, created and hosted by the Marmalade Trust. The theme this year is ‘Connection’, the same word, and the same…

Glass jar lying on its side with loads of coins pouring out of it

June 6, 2023

Pension Credit – £1.7 billion unclaimed each year!

Now more than ever, we need to ensure that all of the older people we work with are claiming every benefit they are entitled to. Many are…

May 22, 2023

Teaching new dogs old tricks

My new job involves teaching new dogs old tricks. (See what I did there?) Once knowledge is embedded it’s easy to forget you needed to learn something…