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Age UK Richmond
@ageukrichmond.bsky.social
We are an independent local charity dedicated to helping older people in Richmond upon Thames.
Registered Charity No. 1084211
www.ageukrichmond.org.uk
We run regular activities, take a look at what's on offer here:
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June 30, 2025 at 10:45 AM
We're wishing Carol and Lucy best of luck for their open water swim fundraiser taking place this coming Saturday 28 June! Head to Shepperton Lake at 7am to support them.
You can also show your support online, keep them going:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tak...
June 24, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Yesterday, we brought our amazing Volunteers together for our annual Volunteer Celebration as part of #VolunteersWeek. Each and every one of them is truly valued and appreciated 🎉

Thank you for everything you do to support local older people 💜
June 3, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Today you can visit the Pop-up Dementia Information Day at Patch, Twickenham, 10.30am to 2pm. A chance to talk to Dementia professionals and hear the latest about Dementia Friendly Richmond.

#DementiaActionWeek
May 20, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Come and see us today at St George's parade at Love Whitton High Street! A fun day for all the family with a parade, lots of stalls, music and entertainment 💜

Surinder, our Whitton Centre Manager will be here with out lovely volunteers, Kim and Catherine!
April 27, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Wishing those celebrating this weekend a Happy Easter! 💐

Please note our office and three Social & Wellbeing Centres will close on Friday 18 & Monday 21 April.

Normal activities will resume on Tuesday 22 April.
April 18, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Join us for a trip to Savill Garden – 35 acres of stunning gardens, woodland & seasonal colour.
Tues 13 May 2025, 9.30–3pm | £34 incl. transport + 1hr tour
Book online or contact Shyama: 020 8744 1965 / wellbeing@ageukrichmond.org.uk
April 14, 2025 at 10:19 AM
We are looking for skilled and capable individuals with #gardening experience to join us on a casual contract basis. You must have access to a set of gardening tools and equipment. We are looking for individuals who can work on the east side of the borough.

Apply: www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
April 11, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Are you looking for a space at the Richmond Run-Fest this coming September? Support us, we have charity spaces available for all events -10k, Half Marathon and Marathon.

All information on our website or email fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk

www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
April 11, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Meet Abhi Dara! Abi is running 10k this coming 29 of March in aid of our Telephone Friendship Service!

He is hoping to raise at least £300 which will provide 60 hours of telephone support to local older people suffering with loneliness.

Visit his page:
www.justgiving.com/page/abhiman...
March 20, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Guess what was for pudding at man with the pan one day after St Patrick’s day? Guinness cake with guinness ice-cream! With Colcannon for main course.

Our members also enjoyed a St Patrick's celebration recently ☘️
March 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
It's #pancakeday and our Man with a Pan group raised to the challenge! Here is the recipe for you:

Put 100g plain flour, 2 large eggs, 300ml milk and a pinch of salt into a bowl, whisk to a smooth batter. Spread half a ladleful of batter on a fyring pan, cook for 1 minute on each side. Enjoy!
March 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Few spaces available for our outing to the Victoria and Albert Museum!

Friday 14 March
£19 (this charge is for your return coach transport from Twickenham to the museum and back)

Our coach will pick up from our Twickenham Wellbeing Centre centre only.
Ring 0208 744 1965

📷Visit Richmond
March 3, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Never miss out on our latest news! Sign up to receive our regular email updates here: www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
February 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Back by popular demand! VIDEO GAMES WORKSHOP 🎮
Come and play virtual sports or zoom around a simulated racetrack. Discover what games can be played on PlayStation or Nintendo consoles and try out our virtual reality goggles.
30-minute slot.

connecttotech@ageukrichmond.org.uk or call 0208 744 1965.
February 17, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Happy Valentines 💕 We celebrated yesterday dancing at our first Day Time Disco ✨️ in partnership with @Etna Community Centre. It was a great success!

Thank you to Cura Care London for providing amazing refreshments. And to our very own coach Ash, for being an amazing DJ too.💃
February 14, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Run the 2026 TCS London Marathon for Age UK Richmond!
Take on this iconic race and help us support older people in Richmond upon Thames. We’re looking for a passionate runner to raise vital funds and make a difference.
Is this you? Tell us why you want to run!
Email fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk
February 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Do you need a hand at home?
Our Home Services team help older people with practical jobs around the home, such as help with DIY, gardening and housekeeping.
Give us a call 020 8878 3569
Or visit our website www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
February 10, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Turn loneliness into companionship for local older people. Join our team and help us raise much needed funds to support our telephone friendship service.

Events: #KewtheRun on 29 of March and #RichmondRunFest on 14 September.
email fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk

www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
February 10, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Join the team! We have 2 positions available:

- Hospital Discharge Administrator, you will provide vital admin support to our team supporting older people leaving hospital.

- Information and Adivce Advisor, you will provide welfare benefits, financial & advice.
www.ageuk.org.uk/richmondupon...
February 10, 2025 at 8:53 AM
We are immensely proud of our Information & Advice team for achieving Age UK’s Quality of Advice Standards (QAS) accreditation, following a rigorous external assessment, in-depth quality of advice evaluation, mystery shopping, and a comprehensive external service management review. Congratulations 🎉
February 4, 2025 at 1:11 PM
2025 is a Remarkable Year for Age UK Richmond!

This year marks 60 incredible years of supporting older people in Richmond upon Thames. To celebrate this milestone, we’re thrilled to be planning to host a series of fun events and campaigns throughout the year.
Help us celebrate 👉 bit.ly/4jEPjzS
January 30, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Join our free of charge Artistic Expression Group for Women aged 50+. A welcoming group working on collaborative projects.

Every Monday, 10am-12pm
at our Barnes Green Centre, SW13 9HE

To book please contact Mia Haskurti at mia.haskurti@ageukrichmond.org.uk or call 020 3814 6662.
January 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Need extra support? Our Advice Extra team is here to help when later life gets a bit more challenging.

We provide free & confidential advice on:
✔️ Care & housing issues
✔️ Bills, grants & finances
✔️ Loneliness & scams

Contact us:
📞 020 8878 3546
📧 advice@ageukrichmond.org.uk
January 16, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Would you like to do your first 10k run for charity this year? We have spaces for @RichmondRunFest
. We will support you with a training plan put together for us by a professional coach to help you achieve your goal in 12 weeks!

Email us at fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk
January 9, 2025 at 3:11 PM