Charities that support older people in the UK
With the recent merger of Help the Aged and Age Concern we thought it would be useful to compile a list of charities that help elderly people.
This list is the ScootersUK Top 5 charities that help aged people in the UK.
Age Concern and Help the Aged – I always got these two charities mixed up, so I am glad they have merged
Age UK aims to improve later life for everyone. They have great information and advice. They run campaigns, and offer products, training and research.
More info: http://www.ageuk.org.uk/
The WRVS (Women’s Royal Voluntary Service) was originally formed in the 2nd World war to help people with evacuation and, emergency feeding. It also provided general care and support to civilians during the war.
These days it is an age positive charity that offers a range of practical services to help and support older people to live well. It’s volunteers help older people maintain their independence.
More info: http://www.wrvs.org.uk
EAC stands for Elderly Accommodation Counsel. It was formed in 1984. It offers an information and advice service for older people and their relatives and carers.
It is a national charity that aims to help older people make informed choices about meeting their housing and care needs.
More info: http://www.eac.org.uk/
This charity is Action on Elder Abuse. They work to protect and prevent the abuse of vulnerable older adults. This can be in the form of physical, psychological, financial, sexual abuse, or neglect.
More info: http://www.elderabuse.org.uk
This origins of this charity date back to 1863 when there was no financial safety net for the poor.
Independent Age helps older people on low incomes to live with dignity and peace of mind in their later years.
They provide a range of support and services including: volunteer visitor support, grants for emergencies and equipment, and hospital stay packs and bedding. They help older people on low incomes to live with dignity and peace of mind in their later years.
More info: http://www.independentage.org.uk
