About us
Age UK Bolton is an independent local charity that works with and for Bolton's older population.
Our story
Age UK Bolton was born in 1947, thanks to the efforts of a small but dedicated group of volunteers. Nearly 80 years later, we have over 200 volunteers, as well as a team of around 50 staff members.
We are one of the area’s most significant, dynamic and highly regarded charities, working with and on behalf of Bolton’s over 50s. We are also proud to be part of the Age UK network.
Our vision, mission, values and ambitions
Our vision
As we age, we all have the necessary opportunities, information and support to enjoy an independent and fulfilled quality of life, and we can all make a valuable contribution to the communities in which we live and work.
Our mission
To be Bolton's leading authority on ageing well.
Our values
We are inclusive - we listen, we are empathetic, we are caring, we are responsive
We are respected - we are dynamic, we are influential, we are ambitious
Our ambitions
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To be the first point of contact for people over 50 in Bolton, their families and carers, when looking for information, advice and support or access to services
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To be a sustainable, fit for purpose, relevant and evolving organisation focussed on the needs and aspirations of Bolton’s 50 plus population
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To value respect and support our staff, volunteers, customers and partners
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To promote and support resilience among older people, ensuring their voices are heard and they are recognised
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To ensure that older people are listened to and that their views inform and influence both our work and wider service and policy development
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To deliver high quality accessible services, activities and learning opportunities, to enable those over 50 to remain safe, independent and mentally, physically and socially active
Annual Report 2023/24
Our latest annual report tells the story of a year of growth and resilience during a time of continued change. This year, we focused on stories from older people in Bolton who we work for and with.
News
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How you can Act Now to Age Better
Published on 08 May 2025 10:25 AM
Getting older is a privilege, but one that can come with many challenges. While we can’t prevent ageing, we can take...
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Age UK Bolton welcomes workplace wellbeing expert Becci Martin to Board of Trustees
Published on 25 April 2025 11:08 AM
Age UK Bolton has appointed Becci Martin, founder and director of Bolton-based business Boo Coaching and Consulting, ...
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Age-friendly consultation sparks changes to Bolton town centre
Published on 18 February 2025 04:07 PM
Bolton Council is making important changes to Bolton town centre following an age-friendly consultation conducted by...
Quality and safeguarding
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Charity quality standards
We are proud to hold numerous quality standards. Find out more about our quality marks and what they mean.
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding is a fundamental part of what we do at Age UK Bolton. View our full safeguarding policy online.
Contact us
You can contact us at our two sites:
- Age UK Bolton office at The Square, Bolton
- The Ageing Well Centre, Farnworth