We had a super afternoon with our special guests from the Lochardil 6,7,8 Club. They answered our questions with lots of detail and were able to give us the information we needed. We were surprised to find out how busy they all are and that they were all positive about their experiences in the community.

“I can explain how the needs of a group in my local community are supported.” SOC 2-16a

Our questions were

• What are the needs of the elderly?How do you feel about your community?
• Does it feel safe? Do you think you are well looked after in Scotland?
• How do you pass the time and what activities do you do?
• Does Inverness have a good variety of places that welcome elderly people?
• Do you think the activities, facilities and travel around Inverness suit your needs? Would you like any more facilities in Lochardil?
• What is it like to be retired? Are you able to afford living now that you are retired?
• What do you do in your spare time? What happens at the 6,7,8 Club?

We are also interviewing an elderly person in our family or a friend about their earlier life experiences. We hope to use this information to write a  letter to Mr  Michael Matheson, Scottish Public Health Minister, about the needs of the elderly.