Mission Statement
To
provide a range of services to support and enhance the life of Older People
(60 or over). living in a geographically defined area within the Leeds 11
Ward, and in accordance with our Constitution.
These
include a Winter Aid Campaign, Befriending Scheme, Gardening Scheme, Home
Security Scheme and a Security Lighting Scheme.
To
assist with Welfare Benefit entitlement checks, and applications.
To
provide Advice Clinics and Advocacy for Older people.
To
Network with other agencies both Statutory and Voluntary, for the benefit of
Older People.
To
act as a pressure group in supporting, maintaining, and upholding the
interests of Older People.
To
ensure Older People receive accurate information, allowing them to make
informed choices.
To
provide support and assistance when Older People are faced with important
decisions in their lives.
To
arrange day trips and outings, seasonal festivities and events, and social
gatherings for Older People.
To
actively encourage inter-generational involvement and activities, in order
to promote and foster Community spirit.
HEA seeks to promote and practise at all times, and by all representatives of the organisation, it’s Equal Opportunities Policy.