This month, we’re beginning a year of celebrations to mark 60 years of our work reducing loneliness in later life. We’re proud of everything we’re able to do, to support older people who are isolated or lonely, and we’re always grateful for the support from people like you.
Every time someone volunteers with us, fundraises for us, or refers an older person into one of our services, it means we’re able to continue growing and helping lift more people from a life of loneliness. Findings from our annual survey of service users and volunteers are being collated, and soon, we’ll share with you more about what we’ve learnt, and how it will influence our work in the future.
Over the next 12 months, we’ll be celebrating with some special events, sharing memories from the people who use our services, and thanking the volunteers who make it possible for us to bring companionship back into the lives of people 75 and older.
Read all about this and more in my monthly update.
Best wishes,
Jenny Willott
CEO
We’re always finding new ways to bring people together and combat loneliness. That’s why we’re thrilled to have launched a brand-new social group in Bristol, in partnership with our friends at Tinto Lounge.
We're thrilled to once again open applications for our Research 100 programme. This volunteering opportunity offers students the chance to build real-world experience and gain skills to enhance employability while reducing loneliness and social isolation for older people. Discover more, meet some of our current students, and apply on our website.
Play the Re-engage Lottery for just £1 a week and you could win up to £25,000! Don’t miss your chance to win in our weekly lottery and help lonely older people enjoy the companionship of others again.
Whether you’re a volunteer, fundraiser, donor, referrer, or you spread the word about our work, you’re helping us deliver services that reduce loneliness in later life. Thank you for your support.
