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Volunteering isn't just good for the community. It's good for you, too.

Whether you can spare a few hours a week or just want to give back when you can, volunteering with us is a chance to connect with others, build confidence, and make a real difference in the lives of older people. From our shops and befriending to community centres and customer services, there’s a place for everyone. Join us and help make East Sussex a kinder, more connected place to grow older.

Feeling Lonely? You're not alone

We all feel lonely at times. Sometimes it passes on its own, but sometimes it doesn’t and can it start to have more of an impact on our lives.

Our guide brings together group discussions Age UK held with older people and carers to find out about their experiences of loneliness. It looks at: 

  • what loneliness is
  • what might help if you're feeling lonely
  • what to do if someone you know is feeling lonely.

Download our guide to find out what helped others and what might help you.

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The East Sussex VCSE Alliance - ‘Our Journey – 12 months on’

As Age UK East Sussex is a proud founding, proactive and leading member of the Alliance, we would like to share their news of a new document ‘Our Journey – 12 months on’ which is a reflection on the work that has taken place in the last year and provides information about the Alliance and the work they do.

Why create a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Each week we receive many calls about how to help a loved one who is no longer able to make decisions for themselves. No one wants to think that there might come a time when this happens to you. But if it does, having a power of attorney set up will make things much easier for you and those around you – so it’s worth planning ahead. 

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Scams and Fraud

For information and advice on scams and fraud, including highly reported scams and how to report them visit out Scam and Fraud Awareness Page...

Discover a hidden gem at your local Age UK East Sussex shop

With five charity shops and two furniture warehouses – including our newest warehouse in Eastbourne – there’s always something to explore. Whether you're on the hunt for a bargain, a unique find, or just fancy a browse, why not drop in and see what you find?
 
Prefer to shop from home? Visit our eBay shop for great finds delivered to your door.
 
A heartfelt thank you to all our customers, donors, and incredible volunteers. Your support helps us continue our vital work to make East Sussex a better place to grow older.
 
Can you spare a few hours a week?
We’re currently welcoming new volunteers to our friendly retail teams. If you’d like to make a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.  
 

Volunteer with AUKES retail team

Support Us When You Shop Online

By signing up to easyfundraising you can raise money for Age UK East Sussex by simply shopping online at your favourite retailers, at no extra cost to you. Follow the link to sign up, it's quick and easy to do, and we would really appreciate the support.

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