A "ONE stop shop" to help older people cope with the cost of living crisis is being held this month.

More than 30 organisations are set to attend Guisborough's seniors' fair on Friday, April 22.

The event is aimed at older people concerned about the rise in costs of living, who can meet people face-to-face to talk about their issues. 

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It takes place between 1pm and 4.30pm at the Quoit Club in Guisborough, just off Northgate.

MP Simon Clarke and Cllr Andrew Hixon are hosting the event, which will be attended by groups including the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Citizens Advice, trading standards, Cleveland Police, Age UK and a host of others. 

As well as helping residents navigate what is a difficult time, the fair will also host organisations which can help senior citizens better fit in with community life.

Mr Clarke said: "This is going to be an opportunity for you to come along and hear from a whole range of organisations about the services that they offer in our community.

"That could be help with the cost of living which we know is an important issue for so many families at what is a difficult time, but also, organisations which can help you fit in better to community life, to explore new opportunities and make new friends and help with issues like transport and public services - all the things which go towards making life worthwhile in your later years.

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"I hope this will be a really worthwhile opportunity for people across Guisborough, East Cleveland, and indeed, South Middlesbrough to come along and hear from a range of organisations that could be helpful to them and I'm very much looking forward to seeing you on 22 April."

Among the organisations confirmed to be in attendance include:

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council

DWP

Citizens Advice

Welfare Rights 

Cleveland Police

Mind  

Trading Standards  

U3A

BJP Home Support   

Health services

Support services    

Tees Flex

Sports and leisure 

Beyond Housing

Barclays Bank

Guisborough Bridge Association 

Cleveland Fire Brigade

Alzheimer's Association 

Moors Bus

Care groups      

Age UK

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