Winter Wellness Project by Age UK Islington
Age UK Islington works with Islington Council to offer free wellbeing support to some older residents during winter.
If you receive a phone call from Age UK Islington about this service, the call is genuine.
Who Age UK Islington may contact
Age UK Islington may contact you if you:
- live in Islington
- are aged 65 or over
- live alone
- may find it hard to stay warm during winter
What support is available
Age UK Islington can support with things like:
- keeping your home warm and safe
- reducing your energy bills
- health services and vaccinations
- money and housing advice
- local groups and activities
- benefits and small grants
If they do not contact you
This service is only available to residents we have identified through the programme.
If you need help with energy costs or other financial support, you may still be able to get help with your energy bills.
About the service
The programme runs from October to March each year and is delivered by Age UK Islington, with support from Islington Council.
In this section
Related information
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Cold weather payment
Information on cold weather payments. Check to see if you qualify
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NHS keep warm, keep well website
Information about keeping warm and help with your bills in the cold months
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Warm home discount scheme
You could get money off your electricity bill for winter 2018 to 2019 under the Warm Home Discount Scheme
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Energy
Find out how we can help you save money by cutting down on your energy and water bills
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Winter fuel payment
You could save money on your winter fuel bills if you were born before 1953
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Cost of living support
The price of energy, food and bills are all rising and many of us are feeling worried or anxious about our finances but there are services that can help
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Warm community spaces
Warm community spaces are open across the borough where residents can go during the day to keep warm as the weather gets colder