"I usually spend Christmas day with the The Salvation Army. They come and pick me up from home and take me to their hall which is decorated with lots of lovely Christmas decorations. We listen to Christmas music, and I enjoy chatting to the other clients. They even give out a goodie bag to take home, which normally has some treats and a sandwich in! The people are so nice and kind - everyone is so friendly. I'll miss seeing them this year." - Brian
This year why not send your friends and family one of our digital Christmas Cards and make a small donation with the money you saved on cards and stamps.
You can choose a design, add your message, and then share the goodwill with everyone you know on Facebook, Twitter or WhatsApp.
Due to the ever changing situation with Covid 19, we would like to reassure our clients and their families that we are still providing support and services to local older people. We have adapted our services to ensure we meet all the recommended precautions to avoid the spread of the virus whilst protecting our clients, our volunteers and our staff. We have also developed new services to help support older people during this critical time, including our new Community Hot Meal Service, our Welfare Check Service and our Digitally Connected Services. If you or someone you know could benefit from this help and support, then please do get in touch.
Many of our community based services can be delivered safely, at a safe social distance and all our staff have personal protective equipment such as face masks, sanitiser, and gloves.
Some services have been suspended because they cannot be delivered in a way that meets the current Government guidelines to avoid the spread of the virus. We are working hard to ensure people who rely on these services are supported.
If you are concerned or worried, feel lonely or socially isolated then please do get in touch on 01892 522 591.
Sandra Springett is the charity's Chief Officer:
"We are committed to helping older people in the community to stay safe and well in their own homes. We will prioritise those in the greatest need while protecting the safety and well-being of our staff and volunteers. We will continue to monitor updates on COVID-19 from the government and the NHS and act in accordance with their advice."
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Want to learn about computers but cant make sense of it all?
Here at Age UK Tunbridge Wells, we have a computer learning centre, designed to make head and tails of all the computer jargon.
Trying to keep up to date with technology can cause a big headache for a lot of people, expecially as things change every day. That's why our learning centre is here to help you make sense of it all and find the whole expereince interesting and fun!
We rely on your support to keep helping older people in Tunbridge Wells. Any donation, no matter how much, is greatly appreciated.
If you decide to leave a gift in your will to us, you will be supporting us to make life better for older people in Tunbridge Wells.
Whether you fancy hosting a cake sale in your office or the experience of a life time by jumping out of a plane, there are always ways we can use your support!
