2023 Events Calendar
Action for Elders support older people with a wide range of events as part of our award-winning Balanced Lives programmes.
They include all our main activities, such as Balanced Lives Social Hubs, exercise groups, walks, picnics, film shows and tea parties, throughout the UK.
Our programmes and events are listed below, so, why not check to see if there is an event near you. and we can help you to enjoy a fulfilling later life.
Organise an Event
If you can’t find an event nearby, but are interested in organising one yourself, why not become one of our volunteers and we can support you.
Events Programme
07 Aug – 13 Aug
07 Aug
Balanced Lives HOP: Healthy Older People Online
Online Event
Exercises for active older people
11 am – 12 midday
Betty Sutherland’s session expanding our reach to healthier older people – book for your regular weekly spot.
Minimum health requirement – must be able to stand for 45 minutes.
Every Monday
Organiser Details
Contact: Betty Sutherland
03033 030 132
or email us at: info@actionforelders.org.uk
07 Aug
Live Balanced Lives Sessions – Hereford
Henffordd Gardens, Penhaligon Way, Hereford. HR4 9YJ
Balanced Lives live exercise group
11.00 am to 12 midday (weekly)
Join David Clyant for a series of Balanced Lives exercise and wellbeing programmes in this retirement housing complex. Also open to members of the local community.
This project is supported by funding from the Henry Smith Charity.
Every Monday
Organiser Details
Contact: Stephanie Booth
03033 030 132
or email us at: stephanie.booth@actionforelders.org.uk
07 Aug
Live Balanced Lives Sessions Swansea
National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Rd, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3RD
Balanced Lives live exercise group
11:30 am to 12 midday (weekly)
Please Note: Our Balanced Lives Monday group is taking a break for August, but we are back from Monday September 4th.
07 Aug
Live Balanced Lives Sessions – Hereford
Brangwyn Court, Hereford, HR1 1ER
Balanced Lives live exercise group
12.30 pm to 1.30 pm (weekly)
Join David Clyant for a series of Balanced Lives exercise and wellbeing programmes in this retirement housing complex. Also open to members of the local community.
A new project with funds made available by the Henry Smith Charity.
Part of our Balanced Lives Healthy old age initiative
Every Monday
Organiser Details
Contact: Stephanie Booth
03033 030 132
or email us at: stephanie.booth@actionforelders.org.uk
07 Aug
Balanced Social Hub – Ystradgynlais
The Welfare, Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais SA9 1JJ
Join us at our Social Hub where we are providing vital support during the Cost of Living crisis
12 to 2 pm
Please Note: Our Balanced Lives Hub in Ystradgynlais is taking a break for August, but we are back from Monday 4th September. Our Gentle Yoga Sessions are still running. See details below.
This event is part of our Social Hubs initiative – helping you through the cost of living crisis..
Organiser Details
Organisers: Myles Lewis
03033 030 132
or email us at: myles.lewis@actionforelders.org.uk
07 Aug
Balanced Lives Gentle Years Yoga – Ystradgynlais
The Welfare, Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais SA9 1JJ
Balanced Lives Gentle Years Yoga with Janet Anthony
3.00 pm to 5 pm
Introducing Balanced Lives Community exercise and wellbeing sessions in Ystradgynlais. Suitable for all abilities.
Part of our Balanced Lives healthy old age initiative.
Every Monday afternoon
Organiser Details
03033 030 132
or email us at: myles.lewis@actionforelders.org.uk
07 Aug
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Qi Gong for health with Kerry Sanson
Cafe 50+, Heol yr Orsaf, Pontyclun CF72 9EE
Join us for a Qi Gong session
5.00 pm to 5.45 pm
Part of our Balanced Lives healthy old age initiative.
Every Monday
Contact Details
03033 030 132
09 Aug
LGBTQIA+ Cuppa and Chat – Swansea
Coast Café, Trawler Rd, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 1XA
A friendly and welcoming social event for the LGBTQIA community in association with Swansea Council
Part of Action for Elders inclusive Balanced Lives Events – in conjunction with Swansea Council. A chance to talk and meet other people, have a chat and share a cuppa .
Organiser Details
Organisers: Myles Lewis
03033 030 132
or email us at: myles.lewis@actionforelders.org.uk
09 Aug
Zumba and Qi Gong with Kerry Sanson
Llanblethian Village Hall, 21 High Street, Cowbridge. CF71 7AD
Join us for a modified Zumba class and follow on Qi Gong
10.30 am to 11.20 am – Zumba Gold
There will be time for tea and chat after the class.
We are also offering an additional class.
11.45 am to 12.30 pm – Qi Gong for Health
These are two separate classes and are intended as an introduction to Action for Elders Balanced Lives. Anyone attending can choose which to participate in, or just decide to watch and understand. There will a break between classes.
Every Wednesday
09 Aug
Balanced Lives Qi Gong – Gilfach Goch
Gilfach Goch Day Centre, High Street, Gilfach Goch, Porth, CF39 8SR
Join us for Qi Gong, a gentle exercise practiced for health maintenance: healing, increasing vitality and building strength
Part of our Balanced Lives initiative for healthy ageing
Every Wednesday
10 Aug
Swansea Marina Social Walk
Starts at the Waterfront Museum Swansea
Meet at The Waterfront Museum at 10.15am
A gentle stroll round the marina followed by tea and chat back at the Waterfront Museum. A chance to walk safely in the company of others, the walk is suitable for all abilities.
Every Thursday
11 Aug
Live Balanced Lives Sessions – York
Foxwood Community Centre, Acomb Cranfield Place, York YO24 3HY.
Balanced Lives live exercise group
10:00 am to 11:30 am (weekly)
Balanced Lives Community exercise and wellbeing sessions at the Foxwood Community Centre in York.
Every Friday
Contact Details
Betty Sutherland – Mobility Instructor
03033 030 132
or email us at: betty.sutherland@actionforelders.org.uk
11 Aug
The Action For Elders – Tea & Chat
The Swigg, 1b, National Waterfront Museum, Swansea. SA1 3RD
Your chance to chat with others over a cup of tea
11 am – 1 pm (weekly)
11 Aug
Balanced Lives Mindfulness Session
Online Event
Join us for an evening of lively chat and relaxation with a focus on mindfulness, with Betty and the group
- Joining us is easy
- Booking is essential
- You can book using the phone number or with the email address
Meets every Friday evening.
12 Aug
Swansea Beach Festival
Swansea Bay Beach
Meet at the Secret Beach Bar & Kitchen
Bring your beach chair, picnic blanket and basket for a fantastic day of live music and beach activities. All ages welcome.
Event in association with Swansea Ageing Well and Sadie’s Butterflies.
Free Tickets available here: https://bit.ly/3qq8Kpt
Holiday Event
Getting Back Out There – the background to our campaign
Tackle Anxiety and Loneliness
The past year and a half has been a time of anxiety and loneliness for many older people and their loved ones. Action for Elders is helping everyone to reconnect by providing practical help and support to ease back into normal life once more.
Getting Back Out There is a three-month campaign that aims to help people overcome the anxiety they feel about returning to normal life and resuming regular social contact. We are here to help you navigate your way out of lockdown.
The campaign brings together all the services we provide for older people, from our live and on-demand Balanced Lives exercise sessions to social groups such as our Book Club, Jigsaw Project and walking events.
- Get mobile and active with our Balanced Lives online exercise sessions
- Walk your way to fitness with our summer walking plans with our wellbeing sessions
- Reconnect with loved ones and others with our Digital inclusion programme
- Get help for anxiety and loneliness
- Enjoy the company of others with our Book club and jigsaw projects
Where to find us
Founders & Co 24 Wind Street Swansea SA1 1DY
The Woodman, 120 Mumbles Road, Black Pill, Swansea SA3 5AS
The Secret Beach Bar & Kitchen, Mumbles Rd, Brynmill, Swansea SA2 0AY
Rowntree Park, Terry Ave, York YO23 1JQ
Belmont Community Centre Hereford
Foxwood Community Centre, York
Linden Christian Centre, West Cross Swansea
National Waterfront Museum,Oystermouth Rd, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3RD
Patti Pavilion, Mumbles Rd, Swansea SA1 4PQ
Contact us
Email: info@actionforelders.org.uk
Phone: 030 330 30132
Post: Action for Elders, Elfed House, Oak Tree Court, Mulberry Drive, Cardiff Gate, Cardiff CF23 8RS
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