50 Plus Directory
Summary A directory compiled by The Earley Charity to help support people over 50 years of age, their families, friends and professionals. The directory provides information about many services, support, clubs and activities in the Wokingham and Reading areas.
Website http://www.50plusdirectory.co.uk
Email KatieJames@earleycharity.org.uk
Phone 0118 975 5663
Age UK
Summary On-line information and advice service
Website http://www.ageuk.org.uk
Email http://www.ageuk.org.uk/contact-us/
Phone 0800 169 6565
Age UK Berkshire - Active Ageing in Reading Project
Summary Home visits to help older people identify clubs and groups that may be of interest. Short term support can also be offered to attend a new activity. Activities include Tai Chi, Boccia, Kurling, seated exercise, all conducted in a supportive environment with qualified and experienced instructors.
Website http://www.ageuk.org.uk/berkshire/
Email info@ageukberkshire.org.uk
Phone 0118 902 3596
Age UK Reading
Summary Befriending, information and advice, lunch clubs, tea club, toenail cutting – for the benefit of elderly residents of Reading.
Website http://www.ageuk.org.uk/reading/
Email info@ageukreading.com
Phone 0118 950 2480
Citizens Advice Bureau (on-line)
Summary We aim to empower people by providing them with the information they need to solve their own problems and to signpost them to appropriate advice when necessary, including Advice and guidance on your rights and entitlements.
Website http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/
Phone 08444 111 444
Citizens Advice Bureau (Reading)
Summary Local service providing free confidential information, advice and support on a wide range of issues
Website http://www.readingcab.org.uk
Email office.manager@readingcab.org.uk
Phone 0845 071 6379
CommuniCare
Summary We aim to meet clients complete needs by offering a confidential information, advice and support. We are locally based.
Website http://www.communicare.org.uk
Email advice@communicare.org.uk
Phone 0118 926 3941
Complaints, Comments and Compliments
Summary Our role is to ensure you receive the care and support you need to live as independently as you can within the local community, and to support the people who care for you. We aim to provide good quality services and are always looking for ways to improve – you can help us do this by telling us what you think about the services you receive.
Website http://www.reading.gov.uk/council/complaints/
Email https://secureforms.reading.gov.uk/forms/ShowForm.asp?fm_fid=125
Phone 0118 937 2905
Consumer Direct
Summary Consumer Direct is the government-funded consumer advice service. It offers information and advice on problems with goods and services, energy and post.
Website http://www.consumerdirect.gov.uk
Phone 08454 04 05 06
Firststop
Summary FirstStop Advice, provided by the charity Elderly Accommodation Counsel is a single gateway to information and advice about all aspects of care, housing and finance for older people, their families and carers.
Website http://www.firststopcareadvice.org.uk/
Email info@firststopadvice.org.uk
Phone 0800 377 7070