Age UK Bath & North East Somerset

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.
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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

09/04/2026

No single organisation can create a place where people age well on its own — it has to be done together.

That was the message at our **State of Ageing Launch** at the Guildhall last week.

Yes, we launched a report. But more than that, we brought together people and organisations from across Bath & North East Somerset who all care about making later life better.

One of the most important parts of the event was the focus on **pledges ** practical commitments from organisations to respond to the issues older people have told us matter most. Because listening matters, but action matters too.

A huge thank you to Bath & North East Somerset Council Citizens Advice - Bath and North East Somerset University of Bath St John's Foundation Est. 1174 Older People's Voice and Cafe Concerts and 3SG along with the many other partners, contributors and supporters who helped make the event what it was.

This feels like the start of the next chapter, and we’d love to see more organisations step forward, think about what they can influence, and make a commitment that helps improve life for older people in B&NES.

Read the report here: https://bit.ly/4sUPMSL

18/03/2026

We’re recruiting for a very special role!

Age UK Bath & North East Somerset is looking for an Ageing Well Programme Support Officer to help deliver work that improves later life across our communities.

This is a varied, hands-on role supporting projects, partners, events and day-to-day coordination – perfect for someone organised, proactive and good with people.

Key details:
📍 Hybrid
💼 £10,000 – £12,500 (£25,000 FTE)
📅 April 2026 – June 2027 (potential to extend)
⏰ 14–17.5 hours per week

For an informal chat, contact Janice Book on 01225 466135 or [email protected]

Please share if you know someone who’d be a great fit. https://bit.ly/4lGUMb4

06/03/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined our Older People’s Voice conversation last week.

It was a really thoughtful and positive discussion about GP services locally. Many people said they left feeling better informed about how general practice works and the pressures surgeries are under.

A huge thank you to BEMS+, Nick, 3SG, Healthwatch, and Age UK B&NES for sharing their insights, and to Manvers Street Baptist Church for hosting us so warmly.

We were also really pleased to welcome some new members to Older People’s Voice.

If you’d like to hear about future conversations and opportunities to get involved, you can sign up to the newsletter by emailing us: [email protected]

04/03/2026

Come along to our next RUH Click Cafe on Wednesday 11 March for free 1-1 support to help you feel more confident and connected online. 💻📱

The sessions are for anyone aged 55+ living in the Bath and North East Somerset area. Together with Age UK Bath & North East Somerset we can help with tech troubleshooting, using the NHS app, learning your device, ways to keep in touch and more.

Join us on the second Wednesday of each month:
🗓 Wednesday 11 March
⏰ 1.30pm - 2.45pm
📍 The Friends Cafe @ B18, RUH

To find out more and book your spot, contact [email protected] or call 01225 466135 or 07552 744 025