Older people in South Lanarkshire are taking to Facebook to stay connected and stay active during the coronavirus lockdown. With members of Seniors Together, including those in East Kilbride and the surrounding area, no longer able to meet up for their regular task groups, activity days and Older People’s Assembly while the restrictions remain in force, a new Facebook group has been created for group members new and old.
Run by South Lanarkshire Council in association with NHS Lanarkshire, Seniors Together have set up the group to allow the regular Move About Break from the Older People’s Assembly to continue.Helen Biggins, chairperson of Seniors Together, also took to the Facebook page to encourage older people to stay home and stay safe.