Will you help us solve the crisis hiding in plain sight?

Your donation could help ensure no older person ever has to feel alone at Christmas

Almost a million older people will face a hidden crisis this Christmas: loneliness.

Most people won’t notice. They won’t see the days spent alone, in silence. They won’t realise the risks, like lonely older people being 25% more likely to develop dementia.

They won’t understand that, for so many, the phone never rings – not even on Christmas Day.

But Age UK sees it. We won’t accept it. And by donating today, you could help solve this crisis for older people and change how we age.

We’re here for older people across the UK

We work locally and nationally to change how we age by giving support where it’s needed most. From our telephone friendship services to community day centres, our Advice Line to home help, we won’t let older people face Christmas alone.

“I know someone’s there, it means a lot to me.” - Brenda, 89

Could you support us with a donation to keep our vital services running?

Friendship

Through our Silver Line Helpline, we’re here night and day to help ease loneliness and provide a listening ear.

Advice

Our trained advisers are on hand 365 days a year to turn problems into solutions, on topics ranging from money to care.

Local support

In communities across the UK, local Age UKs are on the ground offering specialist, tailored services and support.

Together, we can make the UK a better place to grow older in the future – one where every older person is supported, included and valued.

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Age UK provides a range of services and your gift will go wherever the need is greatest.