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Could you give the gift of hope this Christmas?
For many older people Christmas is not the most magical time of the year and this Christmas, thousands of older people locally will spend the day alone.
Last year figures showed that 94,000 older people in the South East were lonely at Christmas, with many eating Christmas dinner alone.
This December, please don’t let loneliness be their story.
Your donation reminds someone they are not forgotten and your kindness will enable Age UK WSBH to support more people with things like community lunches, telephone advice services and home visits – lifelines for people who might otherwise have no one to talk to.
Donate today.
Our team are passionate about supporting older people not just at Christmas but all year round.
“The Christmas period is a really difficult time of year for thousands of older people, many of whom live alone or have been bereaved. We tackle loneliness head on by connecting people in groups and clubs, visiting them at home or offering a listening ear. A donation to our fundraising appeal can help us reach more people, so that loneliness doesn’t define their Christmas."
- Jo Clarke, Deputy CEO
"Although some of our calls can be difficult and emotional, particularly around Christmas, I still love what I do. Often we hear from people who are feeling absolutely hopeless but in the space of one call, we can turn it around. By offering some ongoing support and a listening ear, we can give them some hope back - you can hear the difference in their voice. We're genuinely changing lives and it feels amazing!"
- Information & Advice Helpline Advisor
Please Donate today.
Give the gift of hope to someone who needs it most.