About us
Who we are
Age UK North Worcestershire is the new name for Age UK Bromsgrove Redditch & Wyre Forest. We are a local, independent charity supporting older people, their families and carers across North Worcestershire. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to promoting wellbeing and independence for the over-50s and we pride ourselves in offering a local person-centred service for the North Worcestershire community.
Our Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision: To make North Worcestershire a better place to grow older
Our Mission: Delivering high quality local services and support for the over fifties, promoting independence and wellbeing
Our Values:
Where you can find us
Our team work across North Worcestershire, but our main Administrative Office is based in Windsor Street, Bromsgrove. We also have several Charity Shops across North Worcestershire, providing local hubs for the communities in which they are based.
How we are funded
We rely on your support to keep serving the community. We are supported by donations from the public, income from our charity shops, and some charitable grants.
What we do
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We give advice
Our trained advisors offer free, impartial and confidential information and advice to older people and their families.
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We help at home
We offer help at home. We want to enable more people to maintain their independence in their own home by providing trusted, person-centred help and support
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We befriend
Our volunteer befrienders visit or call older people in the community on a regular basis, providing companionship and assistance with minor tasks (such as reading mail).
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We provide activities
We offer a wide range of groups and activities, giving older people the opportunity to keep active, persue an interest and/ or to learn a new skill, to socialise and connect
Our People & Policies
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Our Team
We have a team, who work together proactively across North Worcestershire, to make it a better place for all people to grow older. Our organisation is governed by a Board of Trustees.
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Our Volunteers
Our charity could not run without the help of our amazing volunteers. Find out more about our volunteers and how you can become a volunteer too.
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Our Key Policies
If you are unhappy with any aspect of our work, we would like to hear about it. We value all feedback, both good and bad, and welcome the opportunity to learn and improve. A copy of our Complaints Policy and Procedure can be downloaded via this link.
At Age North Worcestershire, we are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. For further information please see our Privacy Policy
About Us - Find out more
To find out more about us, call us on 01527 570490 or email: enquiries@ageuknorthworcs.org.uk