LLTCA's Connecting the Community for the over 65s

Offering 1-1 support to the over 65s -  in the Laurencetown, Bleary, Gilford, Tandragee, Scarva, Laurelvale, Waringstown, Donacloney, Blackskull areas, extending to Banbridge and near Lurgan and Portadown.  Connecting the Community is supported by a dedicated group of volunteers

1. Help with Technology - supporting older people embrace technology- maybe people need help setting up an email, using the internet, being able to connect to others through Zoom, WhatsApp, Facetime etc or just building confidence to use that phone, tablet, computer.
2. Befriending – exploring new things to do with our friendly volunteers eg meeting for a coffee, going for a walk, doing an activity/craft together, going to a new activity or group, just having a chat
3. Time Out for Carers – supporting much valued older carers have time for themselves and keep themselves well and connected.

Contact the Centre for more information.

Information has also been shared with local GP, Health and Social Care Services and other groups and churches.

We have a referral system in place and will talk through with people what we can offer and provide signposting opportunities to other services that people may benefit from