Table 1 Examples of local steering group partnerships

Bristol Rovers

Alzheimer’s Society

Providing initial and on-going advice about working with OA and the referral of OA.

South Gloucester Council

Financial support along with advice on the local strategic fit and how the project fitted with their priorities.

Colchester United

Age Concern Colchester

Identifying five day centres to host the PA delivery and specific guidance the delivery of PA for OA.

Colchester Borough Council

Providing a broad knowledge of local issues and arranging additional support/access to services e.g. Health visitors.

Rotherham United

NHS Rotherham

To lead in the development of the project, build capacity and provide continued support and guidance.

Age Concern Rotherham

To provide and share information relevant for delivering a bespoke OA intervention.

Scunthorpe United

NHS North Lincolnshire

To play a key role in developing the pilot intervention and assist in gaining access too hard to reach groups.

N. Lincolnshire Council

Providing advice on intervention development and OA referrals to the ET project.

QPR

Open Age

Provide advice and recommend delivery strategies for OA