International Day of Older People (IDOP) is an annual celebration day which has been observed on October 1st since 1990. This year’s IDOP theme is ‘What’s on Your Doorstep?’ which celebrates the people, places and services that help us to stay active and connected in our community, whilst also shining a light on the barriers that can make them harder to access.
Age Friendly Calderdale would like community and voluntary groups to get creative and host an activity or event that connects people aged 50 plus with local opportunities to meet others.
Grants of up to £400 are available for groups working with people aged 50 plus to organise a celebratory event or activity that is accessible to older people, their carers, family and friends.
Ideas for events and activities that help older people discover what’s on their doorstep and strengthen local connections might include arts workshops, cooking & baking, crafting, movement & dance, music & singing, sports, theatre, writing and poetry – the list goes on!
For more information, please contact agefriendly@calderdale.gov.uk
The deadline for applications is Friday 4th September 2026. Application packs are available to download here.
Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 18th September 2026.


