Age UK Waltham Forest

23/06/2026

🧶 Join Our Big Knitathon! 🧶

Whether you're a knitting pro or have never picked up a pair of knitting needles before, we'd love you to join us for an afternoon of knitting, chatting, and helping a great cause.

We're on a mission to reach our quota of woolly hats for the Big Knit, and every hat makes a difference!

✅ Wool provided
✅ Needles provided
✅ Refreshments provided
✅ Friendly support for beginners

All you need to bring is your enthusiasm and willingness to help.

📅 Thursday 25 June 2026
⏰ 2.00pm – 4.30pm
📍 Age UK Waltham Forest Hub
58 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8EU

Come along, meet new people, learn a new skill, and help us knit as many hats as possible!

TheBigKnit

22/06/2026

📝 Google Docs

Looking for a free and easy way to create documents?

Join our Google Docs session and learn how to use Google’s powerful alternative to Microsoft Word. We'll cover the basics of creating, editing, formatting, and sharing documents, helping you make the most of this versatile online tool.

📍 Age UK Waltham Forest Hub, 58 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8EU
🕥 10.30am – 12.30pm
📅 Thursday 25 June 2026

Perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to improve their digital skills.

20/06/2026

Join Age UK Waltham Forest at Chingford Armed Forces Day 2026

We're delighted to be attending the Chingford Armed Forces Day Parade and Family Fun Day on Saturday 27 June.

Come and visit our stall on The Green to find out more about some of the activities and support available for older people and veterans in our community, including:

🎖️ Veterans Group
☕ Friday Fellas Club
🔨 Men in Sheds

Whether you're a veteran, looking to meet new people, interested in volunteering, or simply want to learn more about what we do, we'd love to meet you.

📍 The Green, Chingford, E4
🗓️ Saturday 27 June 2026
⏰ 11.00am – 4.00pm

The event will feature a military parade, live music, entertainment, displays, vintage military vehicles, community stalls, and family activities throughout the day.

Come along, say hello, and discover how you can get involved.

17/06/2026

🔒 Internet Security

Want to feel more confident online?

Our Internet Security session will help you stay safe while browsing, shopping, emailing, and using social media. Learn how to spot scams, protect your personal information, and recognise common online threats with practical tips you can start using straight away.

📍 Age UK Waltham Forest Hub, 58 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8EU
🕥 10.30am – 12.30pm
📅 Thursday 18 June 2026

Join us and take control of your online safety.

15/06/2026

💜 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – 15 June 💜

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued as they age.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day shines a light on the importance of protecting older people from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. By raising awareness, we can all play a part in creating safer communities and supporting older people to live with dignity and independence.

🔍 Some signs that an older person may need support include:
• Unexplained injuries or frequent accidents
• Sudden changes in mood, confidence, or behaviour
• Withdrawal from family, friends, or usual activities
• Poor living conditions or signs of neglect
• Unusual financial activity or concerns about money
• A caregiver preventing them from speaking for themselves

Not all signs indicate abuse, but it's important to notice when something doesn't seem right and to check in with kindness and compassion.

💜 A simple conversation, a regular phone call, or offering support to an older neighbour, friend, or family member can make a real difference.

Interested in helping to reduce loneliness and isolation among older people in Waltham Forest? Our Befriending Volunteers provide companionship, conversation, and connection to older residents in the community.

🌟 Interested in becoming a Befriending Volunteer? Visit our website to find out more.

Together, we can help ensure older people feel safe, heard, respected, and connected.

14/06/2026

The London Legal 10 K Walk may be over, but our fundraising continues!

There's still time to support our Information and Advice Services and help us continue making a difference in our community.

Please donate here: https://londonlegalsupporttrust.enthuse.com/pf/age-uk-waltham-forest-2026

Thank you for your support! 💙

12/06/2026

💜 Are you looking after someone who couldn't manage without your support?

This Carers Week 2026, 8 - 14 June 2026 we're helping raise awareness of the vital role unpaid carers play in our communities. Together, We Can Build Carer Friendly Communities.

The theme, Building Carer Friendly Communities, reminds us that small acts of understanding and support can make a big difference to the lives of carers. From friends and neighbours to local organisations and services, we all have a role to play in creating communities where carers feel recognised and supported.

At Age UK Waltham Forest, we see first-hand the dedication, compassion, and resilience shown by carers every day. This week, we celebrate everything they do and encourage anyone with caring responsibilities to seek the support they deserve.

Together, we can build a more carer-friendly Waltham Forest.

10/06/2026

📅 Chromebook 3: Using Android Apps on Chromebook

Did you know your Chromebook can do even more than you think? 💻📱

Join us on Thursday 11 June and discover how to access and use Android apps on your Chromebook through the Google Play Store. Learn how popular apps work on a larger screen and unlock new ways to use your device for communication, entertainment, learning, and more.

📍 Age UK Waltham Forest Hub, 58 Hall Lane, Chingford, E4 8EU
🕥 10.30am – 12.30pm
📅 Thursday 11 June 2026

A great session for Chromebook users who want to get more from their device.

09/06/2026

Fundraising Quiz Night Success! 🎉

Last Friday, AGE UK Waltham Forest held a fantastic fundraising quiz night in support of our Veterans Group.

Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone who attended, we raised an amazing £488! 👏

The evening was filled with friendly competition, laughter, and a delicious fish and chips supper enjoyed by all.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along, took part, donated, and helped make the event such a success. Your support means a great deal and helps us continue providing valuable activities and services for our veterans.

08/06/2026