Alongside our fitness, wellbeing and social programmes, we offer practical support to make everyday life easier for those 50 and over. From Blue Badge applications and Power of Attorney to benefit checks and a range of other support services. Our friendly local team is here to help you stay independent, connected and confident in later life.
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Age UK South Cumbria Services available for older local people
Take a look at all the fun things we have on offer in South Cumbria - you won't be bored again.
To continue our vital work across South Cumbia, we need a team of dedicated people to help promote independence, choice and opportunity for people in later life.
Volunteering makes a huge difference for other people. Our volunteers find it makes a huge difference for themselves as well!
We have shops across South Cumbria including a shop on ebay. Pick up a bargain and help us make later life a better life in South Cumbria
There are many ways to help us support older people across South Cumbria, from one-off or regular donations to leaving a gift in your will. Your support makes a real difference, helping us provide services, activities and support that bring people together and strengthen our community.
We accept a wide range of donations, including furniture, clothing and electrical goods, with a FREE collection service for bulky items. Every penny raised in our shops goes directly towards supporting older people in our local community.
If you have any questions and would like to know more, please feel free to contact us and we would be happy to talk to you further.
Age UK South Cumbria is proud to hold the Age UK Network Charity Quality Standard. The Standard is externally assessed by industry leaders BSI who undertake a rigorous review of our working practice.
Scam Alert
Please be aware of hoax callers posing as a Door and Window security company who claim to be working on behalf of Age UK, Age UK South Cumbria, or Age UK South Lakeland. The hoax callers are claiming to check the elderly & vulnerable in this area for the security of their doors & windows and are trying to arrange visits to assess the recipient’s homes. The numbers that were used to make the calls; 01274 003 032 & 01274 003 352 are flagged as suspicious. The police have been made aware of the scam. Please pass this on to loved ones or anyone else who may be vulnerable to nuisance callers. If you have any concerns please report to the police on 101.