New handbook to help over 50s in Blaenau Gwent

A new handbook designed to help people living in Blaenau Gwent over the age of 50 has been published.

It gives advice about health, wellbeing and independence and community safety issues.

The handbook has been produced by a partnership between Blaenau Gwent Older People 50+ Network, Blaenau Gwent Council and Western Power Distribution. 15,000 copies are being distributed.

Coun Des Hillman, Leader of Blaenau Gwent Council, said:

“This handbook will be invaluable – as chair of our Older People 50+ Network I would like tp pay tribute to the great work of all the partners and to thank Western Power Distribution for their support.”