Spotlight on active ageing: Charity shares opportunities at Dudley Festival

The festival, which is being held from September 29 until October 5, is dedicated to celebrating a fitter and healthier later life, something Age Concern Stourbridge and Halesowen is fully committed towards.

As part of the schedule, the charity are inviting anyone interested to come along to take part in its activities at its Elton Centre building, St John’s Road, Stourbridge. No booking is required and attendance is free of charge. 

Classes open to attendees are: Flow Motion - music and movement exercise, Indoor Bowls, Digi Dudley - computer training for laptop/phone/tablet, Mobility Flow - exercise to improve flexibility and posture, Craft Class, Conditioning Wellness - health and fitness exercise for older adults, and Meditation - seated yoga

For dates and times go to acsh.org.uk/age-concern-stourbridge-halesowen-welcomes-the-aging-well-festival/

David Harbach, chair of trustees commented: “Age Concern Stourbridge and Halesowen are proud to support the Ageing Well in Dudley Festival and would like to invite anyone interested in our classes to come along to see what we have on offer. We have many classes, activities, an advice service and an excellent cafe which are all available throughout the year. 

“The festival is set up to help support wellbeing, encourage social connections and provide those aged 50+ with access to opportunities to continue active lifestyles. This fits perfectly with what Age Concern Stourbridge and Halesowen offers. We have an ageing population but age is no longer seen as a negative life stage - older people now want to enjoy more experiences, continue to learn and remain active, both socially and physically.”

To find out more about Age Concern Stourbridge & Halesowen visit ageconcernsh.org.uk or telephone 01384 390065. The website also details a whole calendar of events and activities held each week from arts and craft classes to line dancing and digital tech training.