Over 50s

We provide a large number of services for older people living in North Somerset.

Our helpline  Care Connect provides advice and information on all  social care services including community meals, home care, Carelink and day care.

Partnership for Older People Projects (POPP) aim to improve the lives of older people. Focussing on helping older people to stay healthy and live independently.

If you are living on a low income you may be able to claim help with your council tax bill or housing benefit. We provide an  assisted bin collection and recycling service for older people. Free bus travel is also available for the over 60s.

Our leisure centres run a number of  activities specifically aimed at the over 50s. We provide learning opportunities through our  adult education service and free internet access is available at our libraries.

If you have retired to North Somerset, our  tourist information service can provide lots of information about activities in the area. There is also plenty to do at council-run attractions like the Playhouse Theatre, North Somerset Museum and Winter Gardens.