HELENSBURGH'S MSP, Jackie Baillie, has teamed up with Age Scotland to support the distribution of the charity's annual Hot Tips calendar as part of its annual safety campaign.

Each month the calendar looks at issues to help older people get prepared for winter, stay connected in their communities and keep healthy.

This year more than 20,000 copies have been produced and are available at Jackie Baillie’s new constituency office, at 6 Church Street , Dumbarton.

Residents can also ask for a calendar to be sent to them free of charge by phoning 01389 734214.

Keith Robson, Age Scotland deputy chief executive, said: “This year’s Hot Tips is packed with useful information that will be of interest to older people throughout the year.

“We explore how to make your home comfortable, safe and warm as well as how to keep yourself mentally and physically healthy, through activities such as adult learning and walking football.”

“We also provide other practical information that could help you save money thanks to contributions from national partners including Citizens Advice Scotland and Transport Scotland.

“There’s also information about the Age Scotland Helpline 0800 12 44 222 which provides information, advice and telephone friendship, that overall support Scotland’s older people to live independently at home for as long as possible.”

Ms Baillie said: “I am very proud to be working with Age Scotland again this year to help distribute calendars to local people.

"The Hot Tips calendar is a fantastic resource for older people and I would encourage my constituents to pop in and pick up their free copy.”