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Age UK Reading provides essential services for older people in the community. Here you can find out what we do and see how you can get involved.

01/09/2026

💜 September is World Alzheimer’s Month 💜

This month, we’re joining people around the world to raise awareness, challenge the stigma surrounding dementia and show our support for everyone affected.

We’re proud to support people living with dementia and their families in our local community. Our MCST Dementia Clubs are one of the ways we help people to continue living well with dementia, while also providing valuable time and respite for families and carers.

Our clubs are about more than the activities. They’re about connection, confidence, wellbeing and creating moments that matter. 💜

We also know that navigating dementia can bring lots of questions. Our free Information & Advice service is here to provide information, guidance and support to older people, their families and carers.

Because no one should face dementia alone.

💜 MCST Dementia Clubs / free taster sessions
📧 [email protected]
📞 0118 950 2480

💙 Free Information & Advice
📧 [email protected]
📞 0118 950 2480

27/08/2026

💙 Carers Get Together in September 💙

Are you an unpaid carer in Reading? Come along to September’s friendly Carers Get Together and find out more about Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney, with an expert speaker from Silvertime Legal.

📅 Thursday 17th September
⏰ 10.30am-12.30pm
📍 Atrium Coffee Shop, Greyfriars Church, Reading

☕ Refreshments are on us and all carers are welcome

25/08/2026

💜 We’re Recruiting: Dementia Group Facilitator (MCST) 💜

Could you be the next person to lead one of our much-loved weekly Dementia Groups?

We’re looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Dementia Group Facilitator to lead our established MCST group at The Birches in Woodley.

You’ll plan and lead enjoyable, meaningful activities that help people living with dementia build confidence, maintain cognitive abilities, stay connected and enjoy time together – supported by a fantastic team of volunteers.

📍 The Birches, Woodley
🕙 Tuesdays, 10am–2pm + 1 hour paid planning time
💷 £13.43 per hour
🎓 Full training and ongoing support provided
⭐ Additional paid hours may be available

A rewarding opportunity to become part of an established group and help local people living with dementia live well in their community. 💜

Interested? We’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

Please share with anyone who might be interested.

21/08/2026

Scams can happen to anyone, but knowing what to look out for can help you stay one step ahead. 💙

Age UK’s Avoiding Scams guide is full of practical advice to help you recognise common scams, protect yourself and know what to do if something doesn’t feel right.

📖 Read or download the guide, along with Age UK’s other free information guides, here:
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/services/information-advice/guides-and-factsheets/

📦 Prefer a printed copy?
📞 Call the Age UK Advice Line on 0800 678 1602
📧 Email [email protected]

Age UK Reading also offers a free Information & Advice service for older people and their families across Reading. 💙

19/08/2026

💜 Could you be the friendly face someone looks forward to seeing each week? 💜

We’re looking for a warm and reliable volunteer to join our MCST Dementia Club in Emmer Green, Caversham.

This is a lovely, people-focused, and rewarding role - welcoming members, chatting over a cuppa, helping with refreshments and making sure everyone feels comfortable and included. ☕💬

You don’t need any previous dementia experience. We’ll provide the training and support you need. What matters most is being friendly, patient and happy to spend time with people.

📅 Wednesdays, 10.30am - 2pm
📍 Emmer Green, Caversham

A few hours each week could help someone living with dementia feel connected, valued and part of their community. 💜

📧 [email protected]
📞 0118 950 2480

Could this be you or someone you know? Please share! 💙

18/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating 20 years of our Befriending Service! 💙

We had a wonderful time over the weekend at our Annual Befriending Volunteers Drop-In, bringing people together to celebrate an incredible 20 years of Age UK Reading’s Befriending Service. 🥳

It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces and to have the chance to catch up, share memories and reflect on everything the service has achieved over the past two decades.

A huge thank you to all our amazing Befriending Volunteers, past and present. Your time, kindness and friendship have helped create meaningful connections, reduce loneliness and make a real difference to local older people across Reading. 💙

Here’s to 20 years of friendship, connection and community - and to many more! 🥂✨

💚 Feeling inspired? If you’d like to find out more about becoming a Befriending Volunteer with Age UK Reading, we’d love to hear from you:

📧 [email protected]
📞 0118 950 2480

14/08/2026

🏆 Did you know our Happy Feet Footcare service is officially Best in Class? 👣

Our wonderful Happy Feet team recently received their Fresha Best in Class 2026 award, recognising the fantastic feedback and reviews received from our clients.

We’re incredibly proud of the whole team and the care, professionalism and kindness they bring to every appointment.

A very well-deserved achievement. Congratulations, Happy Feet! 👏💜

12/08/2026

🚶‍♀️ We’re walking for older people in Reading! 💙

On Wednesday 9th September, staff, volunteers and supporters will be coming together to take on a sponsored 10km walk as part of the Reading Legal Walk 2026.

We’ll be walking to raise vital funds for Age UK Reading, helping us to continue supporting local older people across Reading and the surrounding area to stay connected, independent and get the support they need.

We’d love your support! Every donation, big or small, will help us towards our £1,000 fundraising target.

100% of your donation comes directly to Age UK Reading, so every penny you give helps make a real difference to local older people and their families.

🥾 Sponsor our walkers and help us reach our goal!

💙 Donate via the link in our bio or below:

https://londonlegalsupporttrust.enthuse.com/pf/age-uk-reading-2026

Thank you for supporting us - and wish our walkers luck! 👣

06/08/2026

💜 Are you a carer or do you use Adult Social Care services in Reading?

If you live in Reading, care for someone, or use Adult Social Care services, Reading Borough Council would like to hear from you.

Help shape the Adult Social Care Strategy 2026–2031 by completing the survey or attending one of the local drop-in sessions. The consultation closes on 31 August 2026.

Please share this with anyone who may be interested. Together, we can help ensure local services reflect the needs of our local community.

31/07/2026

💙 It's always lovely to hear feedback like this. 💙

Our Happy Feet Footcare Service provides affordable footcare for older people in the Reading area, helping them stay comfortable, mobile and independent.

Thank you to this client's family member for taking the time to share their experience.

If you'd like to find out more about Happy Feet or book an appointment:

📞 0118 950 2480
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.ageuk.org.uk/reading

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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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