We are Age UK. We're the UK's leading charity for older people. We believe no older person should have to struggle alone. Right now, 1.9 million older people in England live in poverty, often struggling to afford basics such as adequate food and heating. We’re determined to be there, providing support, friendship, and advice to older people in times of crisis.
Our Information and Advice is a vital service that helps millions of older people, their loved ones and carers. From finding the right care home, accessing benefits or writing a will, we help older people solve their concerns, know their rights, and make the best choices.
With a gift to Age UK in your will, you can do so much to make sure older people have the support they need in the years to come.
Give the gift of friendship
Retired schoolteacher Sheila, 79, has lived alone in rural East Anglia since her husband died in 2007.
“I could go for days without seeing another human being, living in the countryside” says Sheila, who admits that she felt lonely. Sheila joined Age UK’s Telephone Friendship Service and was matched with Rianne, who she calls a “lifesaver”.
“Gradually our friendship deepened until it became something that means a lot to both of us. My friend Rianne is like an extension of my own family.”
Here are some of the ways your gift can help Age UK with its vital work
Your gift could help make sure our advice line can answer calls from those desperate for information and reassurance.
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If you want to find out more about Age UK and the great work they do, visit: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/legacy
