About us

We're a local charity working in the community across Somerset and North Somerset to support older people, their families and carers.
We want everyone to be able to love later life.
Who we are
Age UK Somerset is an independent local charity. We've been working in the local community to help older people for over 75 years. We have the equivalent of 34 dedicated staff and over 400 volunteers helping us to deliver services and activities for older people in Somerset and North Somerset.
Where you can find us
Our office is based in Taunton but many members of our staff are based all over our area.
How we are funded
We rely on your support to keep serving the community. We are supported by donations from the public, Gifts in Wills, and some charitable grants.
What we do
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We give advice
Our trained advisors offer free information and advice to older people and their families.
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We provide activities
Our Ageing Well team runs a wide range of physical activity groups, giving older people the opportunity to keep fit and socialise.
Meet our people
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Meet our Trustees
Our Charity is managed by Volunteer Trustees and a Board of Directors.
Find out who they are here.
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Our volunteers
Our services couldn't run without the help of our amazing volunteer team. We have over 400 volunteers helping us every day all across Somerset and North Somerset in a variety of different roles.
Find out how you can become a volunteer too.
Job Vacancies
Click below to see if there are currently any job vacancies within our Charity.
Latest News Articles
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All Welcome to our Christmas Carol Service at Wells Cathedral
Published on 02 October 2025 03:20 PM
Come along to Wells Cathedral on Weds 10th Dec at 11am. No need to book. Entry is free but donations are very welcome!
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Make a Will, Make a Difference!
Published on 30 September 2025 11:48 AM
Charity Wills Week commencing 13th October! Make a Will, Save Money, and Make a Difference with Acorn Solicitors!
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Big Knit 2025 - Target reached
Published on 11 September 2025 04:29 PM
Thanks to local knitters we are delighted to announce that we reached our target for the Big Knit 2025 campaign!
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