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Local Information & Helpful Resources

Sharing local information to support you

Local Places

Outings and places to visit

Find out more about some of our favourite places to visit in Coventry

Find out more about some of our favourite places to visit in Coventry

war memorial

War Memorial Park

Large public park with open lawns, walking paths, peaceful gardens and seasonal community events — ideal for a gentle walk or picnic.

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War Memorial Park
coombe

Coombe Abbey Country Park

Historic park just outside Coventry with woodlands, gardens, lake walks, café and visitor centre.

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Coombe Abbey Park
lady herberts

Lady Herbert’s Garden

Central ornamental garden perfect for a tranquil stroll and quiet conversation.

transport museum

Coventry Transport Museum

Free entry museum with extensive collections and plenty of seating, great for a relaxed cultural visit

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Coventry Transport Museum

Help & Advice

Local Support Groups & Helplines

These local support groups or helplines offer the much needed support for our customers and their caregivers as and when they may need it. Some offer befriending services to help combat loneliness while others are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week for a simple chat. Explore the resources available through these groups to find the support that best meets your needs.

These local support groups or helplines offer the much needed support for our customers and their caregivers as and when they may need it. Some offer befriending services to help combat loneliness while others are there 24 hours a day 7 days a week for a simple chat. Explore the resources available through these groups to find the support that best meets your needs.

Age UK

Age UK

Age UK is the country's leading charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. We provide companionship, advice and support for older people who need it most. Age UK provide information and advice on anything financial, health and wellbeing, and care and support. Age UK also provide services such as The Silver Line Helpline, befriending services, day centres and even handyman services. Take a look at their page for more information and to find your local Age UK centre.

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Age UK
Re-Engage

Re-Engage

Re-engage is a UK charity that supports people aged 75 and over who are experiencing loneliness or social isolation. It connects them with volunteers through social groups and regular companionship phone calls to help them feel more connected. We are partnered with Re-Engage who run a coffee morning with us once a month at the Bluebird Care office.

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Re-Engage
Alzheimer's Society

Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer’s Society they are working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Alzheimer's Society do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future. Alzheimer's Society provide support and advice on many things such as financial issues, care and supporting someone living with Dementia, staying independent while living with Dementia and lots more. Take a look at the Alzheimer's Society's website for more information and to get in touch.

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Alzheimer's Society
Samaritans

Samaritans

Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the UK. The Samaritans provide a FREE telephone service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so there is always someone there to talk to without any judgement or telling you what to do. Take a look at the Samaritans website to find out more and to see if they can help you if needed.

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Samaritans


Essential Health & Social Care Services

  • Adult Social Care Direct (Coventry City Council): 024 7683 3003 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–5 pm). 
  • Emergency Out of Hours Duty Team: 024 7683 2222 (After 5 pm, weekends, and bank holidays).
  • Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire: 024 7623 1999 (Email: info@ageukcovwarks.org.uk) - Offers information, advice, and services for people over 50.
  • Coventry NHS Walk-in Centre: 03002 000 060.
  • Mental Health Access Hub: 111 (Option 2) or 0808 196 6798.
  • Coventry District Nursing Services: 0300 200 0011

Support for Carers and Specific Conditions

  • Carers Trust Heart of England: 024 7663 2972 (Option 1) - Provides support, advice, and emergency planning for carers.
  • Alzheimer's Society (Coventry): 024 7665 2602 or 0333 150 3456 (Dementia support line).
  • Admiral Nurse Service (Dementia): 0300 303 3131 (Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm).
  • Macmillan Cancer Information & Support: 024 7696 6052 or 0808 808 0000 (Free helpline, Mon-Fri 9am-8pm).
  • Coventry Resource Centre for the Blind: 024 7671 7562.

Information, Advice, and Safety

  • The Silver Line Helpline (Age UK): 0800 4 70 80 90 - A free, 24/7, confidential telephone service for older people.
  • Citizens Advice Coventry: 024 7622 3256 (General advice on debt, housing, and benefits).
  • Independent Living Team (Council): 024 7527 0960.
  • Blue Badge Team: 08085 834 333.

Key Locations

  • Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire Head Office: 7 Warwick Row, Coventry, CV1 1EX.
  • University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW): Clifford Bridge Road, CV2 2DX.