1. Calderdale Forum 50+ is developing as a Forum for people aged 50 and over, recognising the diversity within this huge age range aims to be a positive and constructive voice that is valued by service providers and the general public has identified some ‘ambitions’ for 50+ people. The Council Budget Consultation has influenced our work plans How will we know that what we say will make a difference to what is delivered by Calderdale Council, health services and other providers? 1+ Every Voice Matters +

2. Calderdale Forum 50+ Calderdale Older People’s Strategy 2008 Vision: to ensure that people stay in control of their lives and play a full and active role in society, recognising cultural diversity and backgrounds. Improved health and emotional well-being Improved quality of life Positive contribution Increased choice and control Freedom from discrimination and harassment Economic well being Maintaining dignity and respect 2+ Every Voice Matters +

3. Calderdale Forum 50+ Getting Around in Calderdale: ambitions include public access to safe, clean and accessible toilet facilities information about the condition of local roads, and availability of public transport and services at the times we need it people-friendly pavements and places that are clean and safe for walking, exercising and socialising affordable, accessible and convenient public and community transport safe access to friends and family, social activity and shops 3+ Every Voice Matters +

4. Calderdale Forum 50+ Working Together Effectively and Efficiently: ambitions 1 consultation, communication and mutual understanding between local people and service providers in all sectors effective communication between organisations, for more efficient delivery of services and better outcomes and impacts for 50+ people commitment and dissemination of information within organisations, using language which is understandable at strategic, middle management, operational and front-line levels 4+ Every Voice Matters +

5. Calderdale Forum 50+ Working Together Effectively and Efficiently: ambitions 2 a shared database/publication of 50+ information in a range of formats and languages that is clear, accessible and understandable previous successes are identified, celebrated and built on, so experience and resources are not wasted talk with us in a language we can understand 5+ Every Voice Matters +

6. Calderdale Forum 50+ Preventative Measures: ambitions 1 that sufficient resources are put into early intervention, low-level and preventative services health, care and other professionals work with 50+ people, enabling them to take more control of their health, safety, well-being and independence front-line and senior health and care practitioners have information and training for effective signposting to preventative and support services 6+ Every Voice Matters +

7. Calderdale Forum 50+ Preventative Measures: ambitions 2 recognition of the part individuals already play in supporting their own health and well-being joined up management of resources across all sectors: health, leisure, sports, education, etc Housing: the Forum has not yet had time to consider this important area Information is available about ‘Age Friendly Communities’ projects in the UK and from the World Health Organisation 7+ Every Voice Matters +

8. Calderdale Forum 50+ Contact: Lynne Houlden lhoulden@acck.org.uk 01422 252040 5 & 6 Park Road Halifax HX1 2TS 8+ Every Voice Matters +