Become a BOPF Member
If you live in Bristol and aged over 55 you can become a BOPF Member.
If you live in Bristol and aged under 55 we can add you to our BOPF Supporter mailing list.
To become either a member or a supporter please complete our online membership form (green button). If you need any support with completing the form, please contact the office on 0117 927 9222.
Membership Benefits
Have a voice and make a difference to Bristol local services!
Share your views as a BOPF Member and have them represented to Bristol City Council and others.
Receive regular information on issues relevant to older people in Bristol via our e-bulletin, or if you are not online, by receiving our printed BOPF Newsletter.
Get involved in our project work, such as our BOPF Nature Together Project.
Attend our Open Forum meetings and listen to interesting and informative speakers, as well as a lively debate and discussion. You will also get the opportunity to participate in consultations & surveys. Our meetings are aimed at the over 55s, but everyone, of all ages, is welcome to attend. We are an inclusive organisation.
Attend other BOPF Events, including our Challenging Ageism Workshops, My Music, My Memories and Me! Housing Action Group and our Death Cafés.
Feedback from our members
“BOPF has given me the belief I can make a difference”
“I keep the newsletter and share with my friends and neighbours”
“Speakers are informative and interesting; it’s great to be able to ask them direct questions”
“Great to meet like-minded people not prepared to just fade away”
“Older people need help to take part in the community”
“Bringing people together and allowing people to feel a part of something if you wish to do so – not so alone and your information is much appreciated”
“Together you feel able to do things and achieve something; alone you are the lone voice in a wilderness of professionals”