Helping you live well
Tel: 01237 476363
Older People
Adult Social Care (Care Direct)
Social care support (personal care and equipment). Concerns about yourself or someone else.
Adult Social Care can help to put care plan in place, even for patients that will need to pay.
Tel: 0345 155 1007
Silverline
weekly calls for people over 55
Tel: 0800 4 70 80 90
Age UK
Benefits calculator, support with finances and care , weekly friendship calls.
Tel: 0800 055 6112
TTVS TorrAge Financial Inclusion Project
The Financial Inclusion project is for those of state pension age and over living in
Bideford. 1:1 support from our Financial Inclusion Worker, or trained
volunteer, who can offer info on benefits, support with completing application forms, info on debt management, help with grant applications for equipment.
Tel: Denise Seaton 01237 459337
TTVS Help at Home service
Service for older people, befriending, accompanied outings, also cleaning, laundry, gardening, shopping, meal prep, dog walking, assistance with correspondence/paperwork £21.98 per hour (from April 2024) . All staff trained and DBS checked.
Tel: 01237 420148
Independent Age
Reducing the compexity of the social sercuity system for older people, free online digital skills course, Good to Know phone groups, support with the cost of living.
Tel: 0800 319 6789
Bideford Bridge Trust
Grant making charity for local people - hardship grants, educational grants, taxi vouchers for ages 85+ or those suffering from infirmity
Tel: 01237 871888
AbilityNet
Free technology support for older people or people with disabilities
Tel: 0300 180 0028
AM Care Mobility
Shop in Bideford selling mobility aids, scooters, weheelchairs, rise and recline chairs, stairlifts.
Tel: 01237 479553
Devon Carers
Support for anyone looking after an adult who couldn't manage without their support.
Tel: 03456 434 435
Heron's Lodge Day Centre
Day Centre for older people - 10am - 4pm Tuesday to Friday - please phone for prices.
Tel: 01237 475517
Steady on your Feet Devon
Steady On Your Feet is a campaign led by the NHS and local authorities to help increase confidence and reduce the risk of falls. The advice, guidance and resources are designed for anyone worried about feeling unsteady on their feet. They aim to equip people with simple tips to stay active, independent and safe during everyday activities. Local classes also available.
Tel: 07900 041 258
Tea and IT
Every Thursday, 1.30pm to 2.30pm at Bideford Library. An opportunity for older people to build their computer confidence in a small friendly group with the support of a Devon IT Champion. Bring along your tablet, phone or device to receive advice and guidance. Refreshments provided. Charges apply to support Devon Age UK.
Booking essential - to book a place and for more info call 01598 740060 or email tea.and.it@gmail.com
Tel: 01598 740 060
The Merryatrics
Project combatting loneliness and isolation in older people. Free of charge. Activities include chair yoga, walks, quizzes, tv game shows and more. Activities vary as led by what the group enjoys. Offers a chance to improve your mental health and physical wellbeing, boost your confidence and self esteem, become involved in the community, make new friends and have fun! Activities take place twice a week.
Tel: Mark or Nina on 01237 426 999
Breathwork with Lara
Breathwork, meditation and deep rest - helping to improve mental wellbeing and social connection for over 70s in Torridge. Weekly from Weds 26/3/25, 4-5pm, Marlborough Court Lounge, Park Lane, Bideford, EX39 2QT. Free of charge.
Connecting with your Community (TTVS)
Regular face-to-face wellbeing visits or phone calls by dedicated volunteers - for those over 70.
Tel: Lare Eley 01237 420130