Support for keeping well this winter

Age UK- Keeping well this winter

  • Tips on looking after your mental health, information on where to get support with your energy bills and advice on keeping warm in winter.

Independent Age – Winterwise guide

  • Free downloadable guide to staying warm and health in the winter months.

Greensleeves Care – tips for staying safe in winter

  • Advice on looking after yourself in your own home

Warm Home Discount Scheme

  • UK government scheme – you may be eligible for a £150 one-off payment to help with electricity bills over the coming winter.

Flu Vaccination

  • NHS information about how to book a flu vaccine this winter.

Five myths about the flu vaccination

  • Myth-busting article all about the flu vaccination from reputable care provider, Greensleeves Care.

Warm Spaces Initiative

  • Warm Spaces is designed to signpost anyone in need of warmth to a warm space to share with others. You can check their online map to find a warm space near you.

Re-engage referral form

  • Re-engage is a charity aiming to reduce social isolation in older people. You can refer an older person, or refer yourself, and the charity will match you up with a ‘call companion’ who will call you on a weekly basis to check in and chat.

Find more winter resources in our Warmth of Care hub