Elderly people in Keighley put their views to key decision makers in the health and social care field during a top-level conference in the town.

They thrashed out a range of issues with professionals from Bradford Council, health agencies, voluntary organisations and the private sector.

Discussions were held on home safety, transport, individual rights and advocacy, future health services, welfare benefits and living at home.

And demonstrations were given on healthy eating, hand massage and exercise during the get-together at Victoria Hall.

Almost 30 exhibitors organised stands to showcase a range of issues including health, social care, fire safety, leisure, voluntary work and carers. Keighley Elderly Initiatives Group organised the conference with Age Concern and the Council's social services department.

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