We are recruiting Trustees

Age UK Wiltshire is looking for dynamic people with a passion for supporting older people and strong strategic thinking skills to join our Board of Trustees.

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Job Vacancy - Project / Operations Manager

In partnership with Age UK Bath & North East Somerset, we are recruiting for a Project / Operations Manager to support the development and delivery of commercial services across both charities.

This is a high profile role within the organisations and you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the work of the charities in supporting older people.

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TV Licence from 1st August

The BBC has confirmed its decision to remove the TV licence concession from the over-75s from 1 August – except for those over 75 in receipt of pension credit.

Everyone over 75 and currently in receipt of a free TV licence can expect to receive a letter explaining the different payment methods and the letter will also explain how to apply for an exemption if they are in receipt of Pension Credit.

Anyone in receipt of Pension Credit must still apply to that they can receive an exemption certificate.

If you think you may be eligible for Pension Credit you can use the AgeUK online benefit calculator or ring and ask our Information & Advice team to check it for you 0808 196 2424

Our information resources for use during the Coronavirus epidemic

Below are our information resources for people looking for information and advice during the Coronavirus epidemic

Help us support older people

Throughout the pandemic, we have provided support to many vulnerable older people in Swindon & Wiltshire. Please consider donating to us so we can continue to be here for them. Thank you!

Please support us
Staying active at home

Many people are having to spend more time at home than they normally would which can make it harder to to stay active.

But here are some exercises that you can do at home.

Exercises at home
If you are looking for help

If you are still self-isolating and looking for help during this period, we have collated a list of support services you can contact that might be able to offer you help.

Local Support Services
Keeping busy at home

Although more people are going out and about, many older people are still staying at home. It's really important to keep busy and motivated at this time. Here are just a few ideas you might like to try.

Keeping busy at home

Age UK guidance about Coronavirus

Age UK has lots of guidance about Coronavirus on their website that includes information about the symptoms of the virus, what people should be doing and how they can help keep themselves and others healthy and well.

Read the guidance

What we do to help people

Make informed choices

Our team have the knowledge and tools to help you identify the problem, explain the choices and help you decide what to do.

Stay connected and independent

We offer support to help people remain independent and create and maintain connections to services and people in your local community.

Provide help when it's needed

Later life can be a fulfilling experience, but we know that from time-to-time we all need a little support. We are here to help if and when someone needs it.