Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Decisions:
RESOLVED:
That Cabinet notes the successes to date and continued progress to deliver the Older People’s Action Plan during 2021-22 to improve the quality of life, health and wellbeing of older people in Hillingdon.
Reasons for decision
Cabinet received a useful update on the Older People’s Action Plan setting out the work to support older people to live independent, active, healthy lives and provide opportunities to improve their well-being.
The Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care demonstrated the Council’s commitment to supporting older people and noted the recent Older Peoples’ Assembly that had taken place. Some specific activities in the Plan were outlined by the Cabinet Member including the Telecareline service, free Burglar Alarms, a new physical activity strategy, chairobics, dementia friendly training, grants via the Leader’s Initiative and funding from the Council to AGE UK to assist more vulnerable Older People to have access to the Internet to combat loneliness and support their mental health.
Alternative options considered and rejected
None.
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Relevant Select Committee |
Health & Social Care |
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Expiry date for any scrutiny call-in / date decision can be implemented (if no call-in) |
This matter is not for call-in, as noting only. |
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Officer(s) to action |
Kevin Byrne |
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Directorate |
Central Services |
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Classification |
Public
The report and any background papers relating to this decision by the Cabinet are available to view on the Council's website or by visiting the Civic Centre, Uxbridge. |
Publication date: 08/07/2022
Date of decision: 07/07/2022
Decided at meeting: 07/07/2022 - CABINET
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