However older people are at higher risk of getting bacterial and viral infections which is why they should take vitamin supplements to boost the immune system, especially during winter. The NHS also recommends that everyone aged 65 or over should have a flu jab each year. For more information and advice about the flu jab ring the NHS Freephone number on 0800 66 55 44 or visit your local GP.
For further information about growing old and the health problems that come along with it, click on one of the links below
Groups relating to Older People in Brent
Counsel and Care - Advice and information service for older people
Age Concern in Brent - Age Concern Brent is an independent locally managed group concerned with the needs of older people in the London Borough of Brent.
Carers Buddy Service - provides unique befriending service for older carers through volunteer 'buddies'.
Services for Older People
Brent Council's over 50 gateway
Learning Links for older people
Luncheon Clubs in Brent
Brent community services for older people - click and scroll down for a list of all BRAIN registered groups
Activities for Older People
Elders Voice – Computer classes, creative writing, movement to music, yoga
Afri-Caribbean Peoples Organisation (ACPO) – pensioners club with activities including art classes, cook & share club, intergenerational art & craft, keep-fit classes, dominoes, darts & cards
Kingsbury Veterans Club – art classes
Other art organisations in Brent - as listed on BRAIN
Physical Activity clubs in Brent include: Further Activities in Brent - Brent sport services page
