OLDER people from across East Lancashire have been invited to have their say on how the recession has affected their lives at a meeting in Lancaster.

The meeting will take place between 9.30am and 12.40pm tomorrow at Lancaster Library in Market Square.

It has been organised by the Lancashire Fairness Commission.

Subjects up for discussion will include how to prevent isolation by creating opportunities for people to become involved in community activities, supporting people to live independently in their own home for longer and how to ensure earlier diagnosis of dementia.

The Very Reverend Christopher Armstrong, the fairness commission’s independent chairman, said: “This is your chance to make a difference and help ensure older people have everything they need to live well.

“The recession has hit organisations across Lancashire hard — but despite the economic climate, we want to ensure that people still have the opportunities to socialise and play a full part in their community and live an independent life in their own home for as long as they can.

“Dementia is also a concern and we need to ensure we can diagnose this condition earlier and provide services that can treat it more effectively. We want to ensure everyone has the same opportunities, no matter where they live, and by coming to this meeting, you can help us.”