Age UK Bath & North East Somerset

24/07/2026

What should good care at home look and feel like?

The next Older People’s Voice event is a chance to have your say on care at home in B&NES, as the Council plans future care and support.

We’ll also hear more about dementia care in residential settings and how the Council works with care home providers and people who arrange or fund their own care.

You don’t need to be an expert. Come along, share your views or simply listen.

📍 The Guildhall, Bath
🗓 Tuesday 28 July 2026
🕑 2–4pm

Book your place: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/NL3dcgc14u

24/06/2026

**Our office is closed today and tomorrow due to the Red weather warning**

Due to the very hot weather, we’re kindly asking members of the public not to visit our office today or tomorrow.

This is to help keep everyone safe and well, especially anyone who may be more affected by the heat.

Our team will still be working where possible, so please contact us by phone or email instead:

📞 01225 466135
✉️ [email protected]

Thank you for your understanding and please take care in the heat.

22/06/2026

**Hot weather: check in on someone older**

With very high temperatures expected, please check in on older relatives, friends and neighbours, especially those who live alone or have health conditions.

A quick call, text or knock on the door can make a real difference.

Ask if they:
☀️ Have enough food and drinks at home
☀️ Are keeping curtains or blinds closed during the hottest part of the day
☀️ Can avoid going out in the strongest sun
☀️ Have medication and prescriptions sorted
☀️ Are feeling dizzy, confused, sick or unusually tired

Small actions can help people stay safe in the heat.

Latest BBC update: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy7n6m7y6yvo

19/06/2026

When loneliness feels overwhelming, this page offers three gentle steps to help you understand what you need and feel less alone.

11/06/2026

01/06/2026

💛 “Age doesn’t matter, put us together and we can chat about anything.”

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the friendships and connections that grow through volunteering. Because befriending is not one-way. It is conversation, connection and learning from each other.

Charity said:
“Grace has given me a different perspective on things. She has shown me that though you may be older in years, you don’t have to be that way in spirit. She’s taught me how valuable continued learning is, and how important it is to get out each day for fresh air. I hope our weekly conversations continue to blossom into a friendship for a long time to come. If we can be anything, it’s nice to be kind.”

To all our Age UK Bath & North East Somerset volunteers, thank you. We could not do what we do without you.
https://bit.ly/3RG9Laf

21/05/2026

We were pleased to be at The Chocolate Quarter in Keynsham this week for a dementia support drop-in, as part of Dementia Action Week. 💙

Alongside Alzheimer’s Society the Community Wellbeing Hub and other brilliant local organisations, we spoke with people affected by dementia, carers, families and professionals sharing information, answering questions and helping people find local support.

Dementia can feel overwhelming, but no one should have to navigate it alone.

This week is also an important chance to listen, as B&NES Council develops its new five-year Dementia Strategy. Local experiences really matter in shaping what support looks like for the future.

Thank you to The Chocolate Quarter for hosting, and to everyone who came along or stopped for a chat. Community Wellbeing Hub Alzheimer's Society ReMind UK Bath & North East Somerset Council HCRG Care Group St Monica Trust

14/05/2026

Where can people use the loo in your local area?

It’s a simple question, but it really matters. Please help get better toilets by filling in a short survey.

For many people, knowing where they can use a toilet can make a big difference to whether they feel confident going out and about.

The Older People’s Voice is helping to explore a Community Toilet Scheme for Bath & North East Somerset.

The idea is simple: local businesses and community organisations could make their toilets available for public use, without people needing to buy anything.

We’re asking local people to help us build a clearer picture of:

where toilets are already available
where there are gaps
which cafés, shops, libraries, halls, churches, hotels or community buildings might be good to approach
how people would want to find out about the scheme

This could make a real difference for older people, disabled people, carers, parents with young children, and people with health conditions as well as helping make our communities more welcoming for everyone.

If you can, please take a few minutes to fill in the short survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9864PhatfdgjrtH--MmQA8Vw0QbxyLaC_NinCmIlyKxV9eg/viewform

11/05/2026

Please do come along to find out about the services in your area that can help with memory loss and dementia. Refreshments available.

📅 Wednesday 20th May
⏰ 10am–3pm
📍 The Chocolate Quarter, Keynsham

We’re really pleased to be hosting a Dementia Information Event in partnership with Alzheimer's Society and Age UK Bath & North East Somerset 💙
📅 Wednesday 20th May
⏰ 10am–3pm
📍 The Chocolate Quarter, Keynsham
Everyone is welcome to drop in and meet a wide range of local organisations offering support for people affected by dementia.
On-site parking is limited, so please walk or use public transport where possible.

08/05/2026

Last Few Places Left! Decisions about dementia support should not be made without the people they affect.

If dementia has touched your life in any way, you are warmly invited to join an Older People’s Voice event on Monday, 11 May, 2pm–4pm at the Guildhall, Bath.

Come and hear early plans for Bath & North East Somerset’s new Dementia Strategy, ask questions, and share what matters most.
You do not need to be an expert, just bring your experience and your views.

Places are limited. Book here: https://forms.office.com/e/zFR7DUHrqY