Age UK H&W

Making Herefordshire & Worcestershire a great place to grow older.

Your local Age UK, supporting older people when they need us most. Learn more

[Age UK H&W @AgeUKHW]

We are now closed.

We sincerely thank our clients, supporters, staff, and volunteers for their support.

For assistance:
📞Age UK Bromsgrove, Redditch & Wyre Forest 01527 570490
📞Age UK Worcester, Malvern Hills & Hereford Localities 01905 724294
📞Age UK National 0800 169 6565

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We are devastated to announce that we will close our doors on 30th Sept 2024.

We know that our clients will be concerned about what this means for them and we will be making contact to ensure that they know what arrangements will be in place for them.

📰 https://t.co/WHWAxvNpEN

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We had an amazing turnout for our first ever Droitwich Dementia Café!

Thank you to all who attended including @richmoz1  

And of course a huge thank you to our partners Better Together for making this possible. 

#dementiasupport #dementiaawareness #dementiafriendly

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Free advice around benefits at:

Droitwich Library
Mon 10.30am - 12.30pm

Age UK Ross-On-Wye Charity Shop
Fri 10am - 12.30pm

Evesham Adventure Playground
Tues 9.30am - 11.30am

Riverside Health & Wellbeing Hub
Fri 9.30am-3pm

Herefordshire Veteran Support Centre
Wed 9.30am - 4pm

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Plenty of Dementia Cafes open and free to attend this week, including our brand new cafe at Droitwich. Learn more at https://t.co/ugQy2tjp12

#dementiasupport #dementiaawareness #dementiafriendly

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There has never been a better time to sign up for your free Home Energy Check. We can also explore any benefits and discounts that you may be able to access for further support.

Learn more at https://t.co/5W9XaN9TXn

#winterfuel #energybills #pensions #benefits

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We didn't think we could top last year, but we did!

We supported a massive 15,529 people over 50 across Herefordshire & Worcestershire in 2023-24.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this possible.

You can now read the full impact report at https://t.co/tMYFTVclcV

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If you're worried about any potential changes to the winter fuel payments, then why not run a free benefit check with our team?

You might find that you're not claiming the benefits and discounts you're entitled to.

Contact us https://t.co/x4IwcsB9qe

#winterfuel #pension

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Last week we celebrated a record attendance at Pershore Dementia Café!

If you are looking for fun and friendly support with a dementia diagnosis for you or a loved one, then why not try one of our 9 free dementia cafés.

Learn more at https://t.co/ugQy2tjp12

#dementiasupport

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Our Information and advice team take a well deserved rest on bank holiday, but you can still meet them for support with benefits, income, later life planning and more at:

📍@EveshamPlay
🗓️Tuesday - 9.30am - 11.30am

#benefits #advice #support

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Many people remain in hospital longer than necessary simply because they have no one to greet them when they return home.

Can you be that person?

You can volunteer as little and often as you like - we just need your support! Learn more at https://t.co/wbGAUt3yox

#homeforlunch

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The team take a break from Dementia Cafés this week. You can still join the group on our monthly outing to the award-winning @WhitlengeGarden for a gentle stroll and a catch up in the beautiful tea rooms.

If you want to join us contact the team at https://t.co/x4IwcsB9qe

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🥾 https://t.co/H4kWaEcLr1 in this week's blog the team lead three new members on a hike that has a few hiccups!

Feel like joining the challenge? Sign up for more information at https://t.co/XhR4i2A0P9

#challenge #hikeagainstloneliness

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Having a clear out this bank holiday?

We will happily take your clothes, shoes, handbags and linen in our recycling bins at either @Gaudet_Luce or @thevalley_eve 

We will then swap them for much needed donations to support older people who need it most in your local area.

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This week, Danya thinks about how quieter moments can bring benefits to her dementia diagnosis, though she still loves a good party

Get your Danya's Dementia Journey fix at https://t.co/QGMGeO9fQe

#dementiaawareness #dementiajourney #dementiadiagnosis #dementiafriendly

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World Alzheimer's Day is 21st September this year, but we are asking our local community to show their support by dressing down for dementia on 20th September.

If you know a school or workplace that would love to get behind this, then please contact [email protected]

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Our Lower Wick Walkers take off for a scenic stroll from their new starting point at Bennetts Willow Barn Mondays from 10.15am. They then regroup after a wholesome walk for a chat over a hot drink and maybe a tasty treat.

Why not join them next Monday? https://t.co/mXBtpcy46p

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A big thank you to our fundraising team and incredible volunteers for giving up last weekend to support the charity with bucket collections at Morrisons Hereford.

If you have some time to support us and want to know more visit https://t.co/xGJJUl2xKE 

#fundraising #giveback

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We are excited to bring our popular dementia Cafés to Droitwich! 🥳

Join us on 3rd September at @OfficialDRFC from 10.30am-12.30pm for engaging activities & the opportunity to connect with others.

Generously sponsored by Better Together

Full story: https://t.co/19dc0zmCeJ

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We've loved receiving all the amazing feedback from our Dance-A-Thon, including this lovely article from The Belmont care home in Worcester 🤩 https://t.co/L7Rw6fPmWp