Making sure no one feels alone this Christmas

Thousands of vulnerable and elderly people in Oldham are being contacted to make sure they are safe and well ahead of Christmas.

MioCare, which is responsible for delivering social care in Oldham, calls its helpline and response customers in the run up to the festive period every year.

The annual ring round started on Wednesday (20 December) and continues until Christmas Day.

It will see various teams from MioCare calling vulnerable and older people who may not receive any other services or support.

The teams are being joined by Oldham councillors and council staff.

Callers are speaking to residents to make sure they are prepared for the festive period – for instance checking that their heating is working and that they have enough food and medicine.

It is also a chance to reassure residents that they are not alone over Christmas, and that the Helpline and Response line will remain open for 24 hours a day in case of emergencies.

MioCare (Made in Oldham) is an independent business which is owned by Oldham Council.

Any surplus that is generated from the company is reinvested into ensuring that high quality social care is delivered in Oldham.