18th to 22nd January 2021
Online workshops, activities and information for over 50s in Haringey
Monday 18/01/21 / 11.00am
Energy Advice Workshop
Presentation and Q&A with Lorraine Gumbs from LEAP (Energy and Money Saving Service), giving advice on saving energy, switching suppliers, debt arrears, energy efficiency and money saving.
Tuesday 19/01/21 / 11.00am
Mental Health Wellbeing Workshop
Deborah King from Mind in Haringey will provide tips to improve your mental health and help you cope with the pressures of lockdown.
Wednesday 20/01/21 / 11.00am
How to apply for a Green Homes Grant
If you’re a homeowner or residential landlord you can apply for a Green Homes Grant voucher towards the cost of installing energy efficient improvements to your home including insulating your home to reduce your energy use or installing low-carbon heating to lower the amount of carbon dioxide your home produces. Haringey's Carbon Management Officer, Gill Cox, will provide a step by step guide on how to apply.
Thursday 21/01/21
Hot Tips for Warm Homes
Keep Safe and Warm and Help Fight Climate Change - Workshop and Q&A by Tom Ruxton of HEET.
HEET run projects targeted at fuel poor households to reduce fuel poverty and carbon emissions. They provide free energy saving advice and fit energy saving measures for eligible households.
Friday 22/01/21 / 11am
Q&A Panel with local projects and services
Your opportunity to hear from and talk to:
- Healthwatch Haringey
- Haringey Advice Partnership
- Haringey Reach and Connect
Friday 22/01/21 / 2pm
Protecting Yourself from Online Scams and Hoaxes
Join Andy Jeffrey from Coffee and Computers to learn tips on how to stay safe and protected from online scams and hoaxes whilst.
Coffee & Computers is a community initiative that helps newcomers to computers, tablets and smartphones to cope with the challenges in today’s tech-driven society and to take advantage of the life-enhancing opportunities afforded by new technologies.
NHS - How to stay well in winter
Cold weather can make some health problems worse and even lead to serious complications, especially if you are 65 or older, or if you have a long-term health condition. Find out how to stay well this winter.
Energy Advice
Save money on gas and electricity, make your home more energy efficient, check if you're eligible for a grant, see what improvements can be made to your home to make it warmer, and stay safe at home.
Bags of Taste
Food focused programme that gives you the head start to a better diet and healthier finances.
Information on Coronavirus
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.
