STRATEGIC AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

“To support and promote independence for older people and to reflect effectively and appropriately the views of the widest possible range of older people”.

1)	Promoting mutual understanding between agencies, both statutory and non-statutory, of the issues, needs and service provision for older people, leading to a shared agenda.
2)	Consulting and engaging with older people and/or groups of older people, enabling them to voice their concerns and views on all areas of their lives, and provide relevant feedback.
3a)	Informing organisations and older people of new policies and Initiatives, both local and national, and monitoring and assessing the impact these will have on older people; and
3b)	Encouraging equality of access to, and delivery of, services.

	Bring together all the statutory and voluntary agencies that provide services to older people in Warwick District.
	Network and work in partnership with older people and organisations within Warwick District to improve access to public services.
	Engage and listen to the needs of older people and encourage and recognise their valuable contributions.
	Ensure older people are not socially isolated and that their voices are heard by the service providers.
	Integrate members from the BME communities and ensure that all agencies are aware of their particular language and cultural needs.