Help is at hand for people aged 60 and over to enjoy all that Lincolnshire has to offer this summer.
As well as helping people to stay safe at home, First Contact also gives the over-60s access to a wide range of services and information to enjoy an independent lifestyle.
By completing a simple checklist, First Contact can put you in touch with organisations that can help older people become more active or visit somewhere new.
Alison Whiting, First Contact central co-ordinator, said: “We find that some people we visit feel isolated.
“They want to get out more and become more sociable, but don’t know where to start. We can help them find activities and groups that are tailored to their interests, and this can open the door to a whole new outlook on life.”
Older people with a bit of spare time on their hands can also find out how they can make new friends by volunteering in their community.
First Contact can put people in touch with the local volunteer centre to learn about becoming a volunteer and the hundreds of opportunities that are available.
Local First Contact field co-ordinators can also provide information about local lunch clubs, social and activity groups and information about public transport is also available.
Call First Contact on 01522 782172, email firstcontact@lincolnshire.gov.uk or go online at www.firstcontact.org.uk to get a checklist to fill out.
Checklists are also widely available in GP surgeries, libraries, parish council offices and other locations. Return them via the freepost address on the form.