The Older People's Council (OPC) exists to serve older people in Brighton & Hove. The OPC works to ensure that all older people in Brighton & Hove are treated with respect and dignity and have access to services, support and opportunity to lead a fulfilling life.

Members of the Older People's Council work to help create a city where;

• The contribution of all older people is acknowledged and valued.
• The needs of older people are recognised and met.
• Older people are involved in the making of decisions that affect their daily lives and the communities in which they live.

to and represent the views of older people in Brighton and Hove, to influence change.

any disadvantage experienced by older people, and promote their human and civil rights.

and actively promote the needs of older people to achieve good quality public services.

dignity, the support and the aspirations of older people wherever they live.

the outcomes of the work that we do.