Older People’s Day 2018: FOUR DAYS TO GO!

Posted on September 28, 2018

There are now only FOUR DAYS left till Older People’s Day on Tuesday 2^nd October!

Every attendee at the event will receive a FREE Taggle-Me anti-theft strap, along with a bag from our partners at Solicitors for Older People Scotland (SOPS), who will be giving a presentation on the day, along with stallholders Home Energy Scotland and Living Well Falkirk.

They will be joined by Live, Laugh, Breathe!, who will be leading a demonstration on laughter yoga for anyone who wants to watch or join in.

Action on Hearing Loss will also be taking bookings for their next free hearing checks in Falkirk, while Police Scotland will have their fake ATM at their stall. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service will be organising home safety visits, and the Stroke Association will be offering FREE blood pressure checks on the day!

Attendees will also receive a free tea or coffee on the day, and British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters will be available 12pm – 2pm for anyone who requires their services.

For further information, or if you missed any of the updates this year, visit the dedicated Older People’s Day Falkirk website for all the details.

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