RE ENGAGE
Over the last 20 years, the number of people over 75 who live alone has gone up to 2.2m
All too often, loneliness is the reality for older people and nearly half of older people say the TV is their main source of company.
Social isolation and loneliness are more than an emotional experience, they have huge mental and physical health implications. Older people living alone are significantly more likely to experience health problems, visit their GP or attend A&E.
As the ageing population continues to grow, so does the epidemic of loneliness among older people. We’re the only charity solely committed to tackling this problem by helping older people to re-engage with their communities through regular face to face contact, giving them a lifeline of friendship and, vitally, something to look forward to.
Who to contact
- Telephone
- 01925 728969
- gwen.lightfoot@reenage.org.uk
- Website
- https://www.reengage.org.uk
Where to go
- Name
- Re engage
- Address
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PO Box 1241
Warrington
Cheshire - Postcode
- WA4 9QG
Time / date details
- Session Information
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Once a month on a Sunday afternoon
Other details
Costs
- Details
- None
Availability
- Who is eligible?
- 75+ socially isolated older people
- Referral route:
- Self referral/Agency referral
- Local/National Service?
- National