Issue details

Slipper Socials – Arts Council grant funding application

North Yorkshire Library Service would like to bid for funding to deliver a series of ten ‘Slipper Socials’ aimed at supporting older people to live in their own homes for longer. For many older people, who may be mentally fit but physically frail, having a fall may result in a loss of independence. Research has shown that one of the most common causes of falls by older people are loose, worn, or backless slippers.

As well as being fitted for, and gifted, anti-slip slippers, local library staff and volunteers will promote regular library activities, and clubs and societies in the area, to help combat loneliness and isolation. Events will be delivered in partnership with a number of organisations that provide support and advice to older residents.

This project will deliver against the national Health and Wellbeing Universal Offer for libraries, promoting healthy living by providing self-management support and engagement opportunities.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affect on communities;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 12/07/2024

This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.

Reason for urgency:
We need an urgent decision on this as Arts Council have indicated that the application process takes approx. 8 weeks. At the request of partners, we are aiming to launch the programme of events to coincide with the International Day of Older people (October 1st 2024) so, ideally, we would require a decision by July 24th.

Decision due: 24 Jul 2024 by Corporate Director of Community Development

Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing

Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development

Contact: Lee Taylor, Library Manager Service Development Email: lee.taylor@northyorks.gov.uk Email: Lee.Taylor@northyorks.gov.uk.

Consultation process

In person and by email

Consultees

Assistant Director- Resources for Community Development
Corporate Director- Community Development
Finance and Legal teams
Executive Member for Culture, Arts and Housing.

Decisions

Documents

  • Slipper Socials – Arts Council grant funding application  

Background papers