A Future You

22/11/2024

A Future You was a pilot programme which has now ended. We'll be closing this page in Spring 2025.

If you're looking for advice and support on ageing well, please head to our partners at South Tyneside Council, Age Concern Tyneside South and Sense Ability Matters for more information.

03/10/2023

'FEEL AWESOME THROUGH AUTUMN' Tues 3rd October
Age Concern Tyneside South Event taking place at The Barnes Institute Whitburn. See poster below for more details

22/02/2023

“Joining Men in a Shed has given me a new lease of life”

When Bob’s wife Jean died in 2021, his life fell apart. They’d been so close over their 60 year marriage, and in the last few years, Bob had dedicated all his time to caring for Jean.

Fortunately, a family friend recommended Bob speak to Age Concern Tyneside South, for some help and support. As well as practical advice, they also shared some information about the group Men in a Shed.

“I was so nervous to go, but I needn’t have been, everyone was so welcoming. These days you can’t shut me up - we have some really good craic in there, and I look forward to going every week”.

Not only has Bob rekindled his interest in woodworking, he’s made new friends, and found a way to get out and about again.

Getting older is inevitable, but isolation is not. A Future You is here to help anyone who wants to connect to people and activities here in the Borough.

Give A Future You a call FREE on 0800 996 1864

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19/02/2023

Do you know someone who is struggling to connect socially like they used to?

We understand just how important social interaction is to our mental and physical wellbeing, and the difference it can make to later life.

But it's not always easy finding the right support or places to turn to.

That's why we created A Future You - a service designed to help connect people aged 65+ to the support, organisations and activities that will help them to be more active, more social, and age well.

To learn more, visit our website (link in the about section) or give us a call, free of charge, on 0800 996 1864

South Tyneside Homes South Tyneside Council Vision & Hearing Support Age Concern Tyneside South

A Future You Positive planning for healthy ageing A Future You is here to connect you to the people, activities and services you may need as you move into a new phase of your life. If you’re 65 years or older and living in South Tyneside, simply give us a call and our friendly team will walk you t...

15/02/2023

How active are you?

Many of us find that as we get older, it becomes harder to stay active. Part of the issue is finding exercise that we enjoy, and that's right for our bodies.

Luckily, here in South Tyneside there are some fantastic groups that are aimed specifically at older people, and designed to get you moving and having fun.

Discover which one is right for you. Give our team a call, and they'll put together some recommendations based on your interests and abilities.

Call free on 0800 996 1864.

Vision & Hearing Support South Tyneside Homes South Tyneside Council Age Concern Tyneside South

13/02/2023

Age Concern Tyneside South's gardening group were visited by Paul who works for Durham Wildlife Trust.

He informed the group about the amazing work that the trust carries out especially their attempts to save the water vole population.

The group were interested in the various nature reserves which the trust look after and are planning their next trip out.

08/02/2023

What can you expect when you call A Future You? 📞

A friendly team, ready to help you (or someone you care for) to get connected to activities, organisations and services that could benefit you, if you're over 65 and living in South Tyneside.

There's no commitment or form-filling you have to do, just enjoy a chat with one of our team and they'll get you started.

Call free on 0800 996 1864

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06/02/2023

Some clients enjoying some indoor bowls by Bowls Development Alliance in partnership with Age Concern Tyneside South

01/02/2023

Do you fancy trying something new?

Here in South Tyneside we have so many great activities to try that can keep you moving and meeting new people:

💃 South Tyneside Council leisure centres have a Fitsteps class designed by Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe from Strictly Come Dancing that's full of fun and will get you fit
🧘 Love2yoga have a beginners class to introduce you to yoga so you can see the benefits for your mental health and physical strength
🏌️‍♀️ South Shields Golf Club have a special offer for any ladies wishing to get into golf
💪 run a 'Fit and Feisty' session in Hebburn every Tuesday where you can get into Tai Chi, games, carpet bowls and exercise to music

Do you know of any other activities that are great for older people here in South Tyneside?

25/01/2023

How do you keep your mind sharp?

Whether it's jigsaws, sudoku or learning something new, there are lots of ways to keep your brain healthy.

The brain is an incredible organ, and luckily, it can be strengthened at any age. One of the best ways to strengthen it is with regular, purposeful contact with other people.

Discover the great classes and social groups South Tyneside has to offer. Give us a call, let us know what you're interested in, and we'll put you in touch!

24/01/2023

18/01/2023

Still young at heart?

We thought so. It's our belief that everyone should live longer better.

The clever folks at Live Longer Better have come up with some ways you can do just that:

✅ improve your fitness - it's almost always a decline in fitness that starts the decline in ability, not ageing
✅ get strong - people with long term health problems are even more likely to lose muscle strength but can also regain strength and mass
✅work on your stamina - you have to get a little bit breathless for about thirty minutes every day to improve stamina
✅ keep up your brain health, too - protect the brain tissue with a healthy lifestyle and engage purposefully with other people
✅ have a plan - developing a positive plan can help maintain a sense of purpose, so you can achieve everything you want for your later life

Need a hand with any of this? We can help. Give us a call and we can connect you to groups, activities and support right here in South Tyneside.

Call free on 0800 996 1864

A Future You Positive planning for healthy ageing A Future You is here to connect you to the people, activities and services you may need as you move into a new phase of your life. If you’re 65 years or older and living in South Tyneside, simply give us a call and our friendly team will walk you t...