• To promote the benefits of the public, in particular ethnic minorities from the Caribbean and elsewhere by:
  • Relieving poverty sickness and distress including the provision of advice, and information.
  • Preserving and protecting good health
  • Ensure the Heritage of the Caribbean people are collated and preserved
    
• Provide high quality service, promote the rights and interest of Caribbean Elders
• Ensure availability to culturally sensitive and accessible surrounding
• Connect the culture of the older generation with the young to encourage and promote understanding and respect between generations and build a more cohesive communities
• Advocate access to health and social care, welfare benefits or issues relating to and enabling older people
• Increase confidence and a sense of security into the community
• Provide a safe environment for Caribbean Elders
  

TheCause 2000 was set up in November 2003 to develop and empower Caribbean Elders living in Croydon and surrounding boroughs; we tackle the inequalities and social exclusion faced by many Caribbean Elders and their families. We also provide a platform through which Caribbean Elders can share and access credible, accurate knowledge, information, education and skills. We provide an outreach service delivered through the use of trained volunteers and community advocates who understand the needs and concerns of Caribbean elders offering emotional and practical support. TheCause works to empower Caribbean's to make informed decisions about their care and treatment, talking greater control over their lives. We negotiate changes to existing service making mainstream services culturally sensitive. Provide information on available resources and services targeted at elders and how to access them. Advocate on behalf of elders to get their views heard & effectively participate in the Community.