Temperature Check Your Winter: Helping you stay warm, well and connected
Published on 28 October 2026 12:56 PM
As the colder months approach, Age UK Norfolk is launching its Temperature Check Your Winter campaign, sharing practical advice, support and ways to get involved to help older people across Norfolk stay warm, well and connected throughout winter.
Winter can bring extra challenges, from managing household costs and looking after our health to staying in touch with others when the weather makes getting out and about more difficult. Taking a few simple steps early can help us feel better prepared and know where to turn if we need support.
Running over Winter 2026-2027, our campaign brings together advice, information about our services and opportunities for everyone to make a difference in their community.
Helping you stay Warm, Well and Connected
WARM
Helping you prepare for colder weather, keep your home warm and understand what financial support may be available. We'll share practical tips and explain how Age UK Norfolk can help you explore your options.
WELL
Supporting your health and wellbeing throughout winter, from staying active and eating well to knowing where to turn when you need advice. We'll share ideas to help you look after yourself and feel your best.
CONNECTED
Helping you stay in touch, find activities and feel part of your community, even when winter makes getting out more difficult. We'll explore ways to build connections and how a small gesture can make a big difference. We'll be sharing more advice and information throughout the campaign, so keep an eye on our website and social media channels.
Community Challenge: Who's your winter check-in?
This winter, we're inviting everyone across Norfolk to think about one person they could check in on.
Could you call an older relative, visit a neighbour, invite someone for a coffee, help someone get to an activity or simply take the time to stop, chat and listen?
You could also ask if they're managing to keep warm at home or help them find advice and support if they need it.
You don't have to do something big. A little time, a friendly conversation or a thoughtful check-in could help someone feel more connected this winter.
We're here to help
Keeping warm, managing heating costs and staying connected can be more challenging during the colder months, but you don't have to manage alone. Age UK Norfolk can help you prepare for winter and find support when you need it. We can offer:
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Help with heating costs: Free benefits checks to identify financial support you may be entitled to, alongside practical help completing benefit applications.
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Advice and guidance: Information about winter grants and other support that may be available, plus practical tips to help you keep warm and safe at home.
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Companionship: A range of services to help you stay connected, enjoy friendly conversations and reduce feelings of loneliness during the winter months.
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Digital inclusion: Support to build confidence using technology, helping you keep in touch with family and friends and access information and services online.
Help make a difference this winter
A donation can make a real difference this winter. It helps Age UK Norfolk be there for older people when they need us most — from answering calls to our Advice Line and carrying out benefits checks, to providing home visits that offer friendship and help tackle loneliness. Every donation can help us support older people across Norfolk to stay warm, well and connected.