Services for older people

Lifeline

The council operates a 24-hour two-way alarm call system available to anyone (all age groups) for short or long periods. Shepway Lifeline connects you in your home to a dedicated team of control operators experienced in handling emergency calls, reassuring you (and your family and relatives) that help and comfort in an unexpected crisis is always at hand. You can contact Shepway Lifeline on:

01303 242615 or 01303 242971

Age Concern

Age Concern can be contacted via the following local area numbers:

• County office - 01622 679863
• Elham office - 01303 862364
• Folkestone (Office) - 01303 279031
• Hythe (Sandford House) - 01303 261476
• Hythe (DO) - 01303 269602