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Age UK Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge

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Local independent charity offering services to older people across Maidstone, Seveoaks and Tonbridge.

02/11/2026

The 1st to the 7th of November is Befriending Week – an important week which celebrates the positive impact that befriending has on individuals, and the communities those individuals live within.

At Age UK Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, we are hugely grateful to the dedicated and passionate volunteer befrienders who support this service across Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, and to the ILS workers who support clients with befriending across our areas of operation.

[Image Description: An image of a younger woman and an older woman smiling as they look at a phone together. Text in a pink box reads 'Befriending Week. 1st - 7th November'. The Age UK MST logo is visible.]

30/10/2026

We were delighted to recently join Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council for their Community Award Scheme 2026 celebration! We were nominated for an award in recognition of our work, and were proud to win an award on the night!

This fantastic achievement is a reflection of the dedication our staff and volunteers show every week – supporting our clients with care and compassion.

We’re hugely grateful to all of the people involved in making a difference to the lives of the people we support. This award is a testament to your hard work, and is recognition of the impact your hard work has on our communities. Thank you for all you do!

[Image Description: Louise (CEO) and Diane (Head of Finance) stand holding a framed certificate in front of a projector screen display with information about the awards displayed on it.]

29/10/2026

This we’re reminding everyone how important it is to know the signs of stroke and .

With 1 in 4 of us at risk in our lifetime, and around 75% of strokes affecting people aged 65+ [source: National Library of Medicine ], recognising symptoms quickly can save lives and improve recovery.

Learn the signs with the Stroke Association's step‑by‑step guides here: https://www.world-stroke.org/world-stroke-day-campaign/spot-stroke/videos/

Image description: Know the signs of stroke. Act fast. An infographic for world stroke day listing warning signs for a stroke. Including: face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties. When these occur it is time to call for an ambulance.

29/10/2026

We're collecting for The Hygiene Bank - West Kent at Café on the Vine! Please bring along any new, unused hygiene items to help local people experiencing hygiene poverty before Sunday 8 November.

You could bring shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shower gel, period products, toilet roll, nappies or laundry detergent.

One item might not seem like much, but together we can make a huge difference to local families.

Please note current opening times for Café on the Vine:
- Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 7.30 am - 1:00 pm
- Sunday: 8.30 am - 1:00 pm

Thank you!

23/10/2026

Don't forget, the clocks go back one hour at 2:00 AM on Sunday 25th October 2026.

Here’s a quick checklist to help things go smoothly:

Reset clocks - wall clocks, bedside clocks, oven, microwave.

Check devices - phones and tablets should update themselves.

Double check medication timings - make sure the new clock time lines up with your usual schedule.

Keep mealtimes consistent - regular routines will help you feel settled, particularly if you have any memory issues.

Support sleep - morning daylight helps to reset the body clock.

Image description: Bold illustration of an alarm clock. Text to the left reads: Don't forget! Your Clock Change Checklist.

19/10/2026

Staying comfortable on your feet can make a huge difference to confidence, mobility and overall wellbeing as we age.

Our Footcare Service is here to help with routine nail cutting and basic footcare.

We run regular clinics across Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge. Offering friendly, professional footcare in a relaxed setting.

Once you’ve completed a referral, our team will arrange an appointment at the clinic most convenient for you.

You can explore all of the clinic locations and find full details about how to refer on our website Services page: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/maidstone-sevenoaks-tonbridge/our-services/

Image description: An older man with his foot raised, receiving the footcare service. The text below the photo reads: Foorcare service. Find your local clinic and stay comfortable on your feet.

17/10/2026

Attendance Allowance helps older people who need financial support due to illness or disability. The current weekly rates are:

£76.70 (Lower rate): for those who need frequent help or supervision during the day or night.

£114.60 (Higher rate): for those who need help throughout both the day and night, or have been advised by a healthcare professional that they are nearing the end of life.

If you’re not sure which rate applies to you, or think you might be missing out, we can help.

Our free Information & Advice service supports older people, families and carers in Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge. We can check your benefit entitlement, explain the criteria, and even help complete claim forms.

Find out more: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/maidstone-sevenoaks-tonbridge/our-services/information-advice-maidstone-f6917d71-1558-f011-95f3-6045bdf2a2d4/

Image description: A table showing the two different rates of attendance allowance and a brief description of each, as outlined in the post caption. Headline text reads: Attendance Allowance, we can help check your eligibility.

15/10/2026

We recently had an opportunity to head to the Radio FAW All studio at Maidstone Community Support Centre to record an advert for our Meals on Wheels service - a service delivery hot, two-course meals across the Maidstone area.

Thanks to Paul for taking the time to record the advert with us. It was fascinating hearing more about how the radio station supports Five Acre Wood School students, and we look forward to exploring opportunities for inter-generational projects in the future!

[Image Description: Paul, host of Radio FAW All, sits behind monitors and microphones on arms in a studio with foam padding visible on the wall, and a black desk in the middle. A window is visible behind him.]

14/10/2026

We’re bringing a regular supper club to Tonbridge - and you’re invited!

We know the rising cost of living is having a huge impact on the lives of older people living in our area. As we look ahead to the winter months, many may find themselves once again considering whether heating or eating are a priority - and that isn’t fair.

It’s why we’re introducing The Friendly Fork - a free, weekly supper club where people aged 55+ can make friends, learn new recipes, and explore ways to budget for affordable and nutritional meals.

To find out more about this brand-new service, visit: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/maidstone-sevenoaks-tonbridge/our-services/the-friendly-fork-(lunch-club-in-tonbridge)-53eaa1c9-e9a6-f111-85ce-000d3aaad8f7/

[Image Description: Image of an older woman holding a glass and smiling. A plate with food on it is visible in front of her is visible. Text in a blue box reads ‘FREE Supper Club. For Ages 55+ in Tonbridge. A white Age UK MST logo is visible.]

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13/10/2026

Ada Lovelace Day celebrates the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. It serves as a great reminder that women have been shaping STEM for generations.

Today we’re spotlighting four incredible women whose work changed the world:

Margaret Hamilton, who led the team behind NASA’s Apollo flight software, helping humans land on the Moon.

Dame Stephanie Shirley, who founded one of the UK’s first women‑led software companies in the 1960s.

Dr Gladys West whose mathematical modelling laid the foundations for GPS.

Professor Dame Sarah Gilbert who led the development of the Oxford AstraZeneca Covid‑19 vaccine.

Their achievements show that innovation and discovery span all ages and that women have always played a vital role in shaping the science and technology that we rely on today.

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Address

Dairy Court, Fairview Farm, Linton Road
Maidstone
ME150AL

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 2pm

Website

https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity/age-uk-maidstone

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