Overview

Who are we – a 50+ Forum. A ‘Forum’ as a meeting in which people can talk about a problem, especially of public interest. Our ‘Forum’ is about much more than talking. We believe in taking action. You can see examples of what we do on this website.

Through our activities and projects, the Forum seeks to:

• Promote the interests, participation, and engagement of people aged over fifty in the Borough.
• Provide them with an opportunity to express, publicise, and present their views, opinions, or complaints.
• Provide information relevant to older residents of the Borough. Also, for friends and relatives who care for them.
• Identify any area where they can influence the improvement of the well-being of the residents of the Borough over 50 years old.

Constitution

An officer from GAVO has independently reviewed our Constitution. It was comprehensive and eminently suitable for a voluntary organisation. COPA has included the document as guidance for Forums across Wales.

You can read the complete document HERE

Communication

Caerphilly Over 50 communicates via our website and Facebook page and uses video conferencing where appropriate. We cannot afford to continue with printed newsletters or mailings. We urge those who receive our digital communications to inform those they are aware of who cannot access them.

Steering Committee Officers

Ralph Stevens: Chair (Vice Chair COPA)

Steve Milsom: Vice Chair (Chair of COPA)

Steering Committee Members

Joy Matthews

Judith Pritchard

Mandy Keenan

Mike Oliver

Alex Hamilton

Attending Organisations

Cllr Carol Andrews: Age-Friendly Champion (CCBC)

Sarah Coombs: Caerphilly Cares (CCBC)

Erin Soche: Greater Gwent Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Partnership

Clare Johnson: Age Cymru, Gwent

Laura Brosnan-James: GAVO

David Llewellyn: Aneurin Bevan UHB – Public Health Team

Leanne Jones: GDAS – Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service