Information & Advice

Providing information is one of the most important things that we do

We provide a free service helping you with welfare benefits, financial issues associated with approaching retirement, and social care.

You can access our advice service via our office-based appointments, email enquiries, and telephone consultations. So, if you need help to apply for a blue badge, universal credit or any other welfare benefits, want to know your rights on any goods or services you have purchased or have any questions about how to access social care services, assessments or information on care costs, we are here to help.

We are able offer the service in different community languages including Gujarati, Urdu and Polish.

To book an appointment call: 0161 308 5000 or email: Info&advice@ageuktameside.com

A Place to Call Home

This is a free service which provides advice and support for people who are 50 plus to help them remain independent at home.

One of our trained team will complete an assessment with you or a loved one at home to see what support you need and how we can help. We also include a benefit check to make sure you are getting the welfare benefits that you are entitled to. Our aim is for you to have a safe and happy home that meets all your needs so you can get on and enjoy your life.

To book an appointment call: 0161 308 5000 or email: Info&advice@ageuktameside.com

Next Steps Employability Programme

We also have an employability programme for anyone over 50 living in Tameside, who is job seeking, recently retired looking for a new full or part time job, or who wants to refresh their job seeking and interview skills. Our Next Steps Programme has been designed to give everyone the best chance to succeed. Click here for further information.