OAP benefits tremendously from the support we receive from local older
people. We
also provide support to older people and this ranges from quite intense
support to lesser involvement. The following real life examples (anonymised)
give an indication of the
kind of support OAP provides older people:
Mrs A (aged 101) has pernicious anaemia. Mrs A attends trips, the
lunch club and is visited at home each week by a volunteer. OAP
recognised a deterioration in Mrs A’s health and with her consent
requested a review of Mrs A’s medication. Mrs A’s iron injections were
rescheduled and her health has improved.
Mr B (aged 93) has severe arthritis. OAP helped Mr B access
the Attendance Allowance he was entitled to and since OAP has made a
number of referrals to the local Handyperson Scheme on his behalf. Mr B
also attends the Christmas Day meal organised by All Hallows Church and
OAP.
Mrs C (aged 78) recently lost her husband, which had left her
feeling isolated. Since becoming a member Mrs C has started attending
the lunch club, been on trips, attended parties and is also planning on
going on a members holiday.
Miss D (aged 67) telephoned OAP after builders erected barriers that
prevented her from using her wheelchair. OAP spoke with the builders who
then arranged for ramps to be fitted. Her son has volunteered to drive
OAP's minibus.
Mrs E (aged 92) is sometimes unable to get out of bed for
weeks at a time. OAP has introduced her to a student resident who
provides an opportunity for stimulating conversation. OAP has arranged
for Mrs E to loan a wheelchair from The Red Cross and
this allows Mrs E and her young friend to get out and about.
We have produced a short DVD showing 'Some of the Things We Do'. For
a copy call (0113) 274 9154.
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