Older people and young people can be the subject of negative stereotypes, attitudes and actions. Older people and young people's skills and abilities are often not recognised and they may be denied access to work and social opportunities and to the same range of services as other people. The Council is currently developing a statement on age discrimination to explain how the specific needs of older and young people will be met.
Newcastle Older People's website Information NOW can help you find out about where to go for advice and support and what services and activities are available for older people in Newcastle.
Newcastle City Council, the Elders Council of Newcastle and the Quality of Life Partnership have developed 'Everyone's Tomorrow' - the strategy for older people and an ageing population in Newcastle. It covers the period 2007 to 2017 and sets out a vision of an age-friendly city, where older people are valued and respected and the changing needs and higher aspirations of everyone aged over 50 are considered both today, and the future. The strategy has five key aims:
See also our Social Services for Older People
Young PeopleWe are committed to helping all young people achieve their full potential. This is achieved through a range of organised activities, drop-in activities, street based youth work and by working directly with young people at risk.
Young people are offered a range of opportunities including:
We also work in partnership with the voluntary and community sector to deliver various youth services across the city. Find out more about these services within our service directory.
Newcastle Youthlinx provides information on things to do, volunteering opportunities and support and advice for children and young people, aged 13-19, in Newcastle. Visit our web portal or view our facebook page to find out more.
Page last updated: 16 August, 2011
