How can I get involved?

Would you like to become a member of the Torbay Citizens’ Assembly?

• Have your voice heard
• Share local concerns, needs, suggestions and solutions
• Use your knowledge and experience to improve current services

Who do I need to contact to join?

If you are interested in joining the Torbay Citizens’ Assembly, contact Jess Slade by phoning 01803 212638, or by emailing jessslade@torbaycdt.org.uk

More active involvement

Would you like to join a Domain Group, currently focusing on:

• Housing
• Transport
• Health

Become a Strategic Overview Action Group (SOAG) member:

• Influence and steer decisions regarding services, strategies and policies concerning people over 50
• Hear people’s views, thoughts, ideas and issues, then create solutions or further investigate with our statutory, voluntary and business partners
• Be inclusive and represent all older people and their diverse needs and views

If you are interested in joining either a Domain Group or SOAG, please send a brief expression of interest, outlining your relevant experience and interests to Jess, using the contact details above.

FAQs

How will it make a difference?

Whilst many feel lone voices are not heard, together we will have a stronger voice as the Torbay Citizens’ Assembly, acting as a conduit to the statutory and voluntary services. These will include Torbay Council, Public Health, Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Carers’ Services, Torbay Communities, Age UK Torbay, Engaging Communities South West (Healthwatch Torbay), Libraries Unlimited, and the local Community Partnerships.

Where has this idea come from?

The Assembly was a legacy from Ageing Well Torbay, and together with Torbay Older Citizens’ Forum, was the voice of older residents to influence services and activities within Torbay.

Who has been involved in this work?

Local residents who are interested in influencing the development of services and activities within the Bay.

Associate members from statutory, voluntary and community organisations.