Dementia & Alzheimer’s
There are diseases that stop a person’s brain from working properly. When a person has one of these diseases, they may have problems remembering, thinking and speaking. They might say or do things that seem strange to others, and find it harder to do everyday things. They may not seem like the person they used to be. If you or a loved one are affected by this type of disease, either first hand, or because you care for someone dealing with this, please see the following resources which could help you.
Age
As we age, the level of support that we need can change. Living an independent life into older age is possible; however we have listed some valuable support networks below to help you live comfortably and happily into later life.
Activities for Older Adults
https://hackney.gov.uk/walking
https://hackney.gov.uk/after-stroke-programme
The New Age Games is a fantastic initiative with many low cost and free activities. The up to date information can be found HERE
OR - REGISTER HERE
Other great activities include:
Indoor tennis
Join weekly indoor tennis sessions, for Hackney residents aged 50 and over.
Location: Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, Eaton Manor, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Leadmill Lane, E20 3AD
When: Thursdays, 12pm to 1.30pm
Price: £6 per session, payable on the day. *Please note: Due to an annual price increase the cost will rise by around 5%. Actual cost is still to be confirmed.
What to bring: your own tennis racket
Places available: 18 players per week. No booking is needed; spaces are given on a first-come, first-served basis. When all spaces are taken, no more players can join.
For more information, email lvhockeyandtennis@gll.org.
Walkingtogether
Walkingtogether provides free weekly and monthly walks around Hackney. Brisk walking is a great form of exercise; it can help build stamina, aid weight management, improve cardiovascular health, boost immunity and improve mood and reduce stress.
United Ladies N16 Walking group
Every Wednesday, 10am to 11am
Meets outside Yorkshire Grove Community Hall 20 Gunster Rd, London N16 8HF.
Join Zulekha and Rabia on a sociable and friendly Muslim women’s only walk, open to women of all backgrounds, which explores different parts of N16 such as Clissold Park and Butterfield Green.
Further information on Walkingtogethr can be found on our webpage: https://hackney.gov.uk/walking
50+ Club at Britannia Leisure Centre
Britannia Leisure Centre offers a range of healthy sport & physical activity sessions dedicated to those aged 50 years & over. Keep active and meet new friends for just £2.35 per day.
A Pay as you Go membership is required, which costs £1.75 for those over 60 or £49.70 for those over 50.
For more information, visit: https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/hackney/britannia-leisure-centre/senior-activities contact Britannia@gll.org
Walking Football with Arsenal in the Community
https://walkingfootballworld.com/play/new-kingshold-walking-football
https://walkingfootballworld.com/play/queensbridge-sports-walking-football
Arthritis UK
Arthritis UK website offers resources to support people living with arthritis, including online exercise classes: https://www.arthritis-uk.org
Carers UK
Resources to help support carers: https://www.carersuk.org