Tim Loughton MP (East Worthing and Shoreham) hosted his annual Pensioners’ Fair on Friday 22 April 2016 at the Guildbourne Centre in Worthing.
The fair was supported by a number of charities, businesses and civil societies, such as Age UK, Guildcare, Southern Water and Freedom Powerchairs, who set up stalls to provide information on what help is available to both pensioners and those approaching retirement age.
The stalls provided information and advice on a wide range of topics, including utility bills, medical issues and even on how to knit fun animal draft excluders.
There was a great turnout from the residents in Worthing, who appreciated the advice and support that was on offer.
Tim said:
“There was a great buzz at the Fair and many of the organisations were appreciative of the opportunity to promote their services to the public and other groups there.
“The pension and benefit adviser from Department for Work and Pensions was particularly busy with individual cases. There was also lots of good advice on offer from Adur’s healthy living department, including help for coeliacs.
“I am very grateful for all the organisations who came along and it was clear to see that there is a lot of support out there for our older citizens in Worthing. This event was an important way of pointing that out and signalling where to go.
“This is the fourth time we have run the Pensioners’ Fair and it has become a firm fixture in the local calendar.”