Age Scotland

🤝 We’re thrilled our partnership with @SGNgas has made a significant impact on keeping people safe and warm. 🌟 We’re proud to be featured in their annual vulnerability report, showcasing the power of collaboration for community good. ❤️ Find out more at sgn.co.uk/news/sgn-suppo…

Such an important public meeting in a packed Moffat town hall yesterday. The strength of feeling from residents came through loud and clear, demonstrating why the bank branch is vital to customers, the town, businesses and the local economy.

Still putting off writing your Will? It’s one of the most important ways to protect the people and causes you care about. We’re delighted to have partnered with MyIntent to offer a free basic Will. Start yours today: age.scot/freewill

If you have been affected by a crime, it is important to get help and talk to the right people. Our new guide provides information on what to do right after a crime, how to report a crime, and where to turn for emotional support. bit.ly/41a3ZiO

Meet the Super Snowdrops, a community group in Argyll, spending the summer exploring new ways to embrace healthy ageing using tools from the #Take5ToAgeWell @agescotland and @OpenUniversity initiative. 💻 agescotland.org.uk/news/1490-comm… 📄 age.scot/take5

Age Scotland's diversity and inclusion officer, Keith Paterson, has written a personal blog sharing his experience of Pride over the years - and highlighting why it remains as important today as it ever has. Read Keith's story ⬇️ agescotland.org.uk/news/1488-why-…

GCM - Age Scotland Information Session This Friday, 25th July, from 12.30pm, @agescotland will be hosting a pop up stall at Jumuah to advise on their support services for elderly people

Did you know you don’t need to rewrite your Will to include a gift to Age Scotland? It’s easier than you might think if you use a simple legal document called a Codicil. Find out more about codicils and answers to more legacy questions: bit.ly/4ltJNRi

Our Friendship team are out and about this summer, spreading the word of our services to older people and potential volunteers. Here's where you can find us over the next few weeks: • John Lewis Edinburgh - 19th July • Haymarket Station - 2nd August • Cameron Toll - 9th August

Thanks @ScotRail ​​​​​​​Wemyss Bay Station for hosting a fundraiser for us. 🎶Six bands played different types of music for passing customers, raising money for older people & raising awareness of our partnership. 🐶We love the dog joining in!

We're delighted our Fundraising team are nominated for Fundraising Team of the Year & Best Corporate Partner Relationship @ #ScotConf Fundraising Awards recognising the hard work of the team and our partnership with Scotland’s Railway. Good luck🤞

Is Scotland doing enough to support ageing well? Join the conversation on care, dignity, and priorities for the future at #FoP2025. Chaired by @JeremyRBalfour, with panellists @AlexNeilSNP, @ladymcbeth2 and @KatherineC_AS from @agescotland. Get tickets: ow.ly/qm4f50Wp8aq

We're joining @PovertyAlliance's #ScotlandDemandsBetter campaign to demand more from politicians and decision makers to address the big issues facing our communities. Change for the better happens when people stand together and demand it. Find out more: bit.ly/3GL6UHP

If you work with groups or services for older people, why not sign up for our next Supporting Older People to Age Well workshop? Covering physical activity, social connection, brain health and more, this in-person workshop helps foster health ageing. ⬇️ agescotland.org.uk/fun-active-gam…

There are just two spaces left for Age Scotland fundraisers to take part in this year's thrilling Clyde Zipline event. Could it be you?! bit.ly/4nI9CyF

If you’re planning a funeral for a loved one, did you know we can help you set up a collection or tribute fund in their memory? Whether its in-person or online, we’re here to help every step of the way. Visit age.scot/in-memory

🌡️The heat is rising in Scotland this week and older people are more at risk. It's great to see the sun but important to stay sun-savvy: 💧Stay hydrated 🌞Wear SPF & a sun hat 👀 Check in on older neighbours Read more top tips on staying cool here⬇️ agescotland.org.uk/news/1485-hot-…

We were proud to campaign with Glen and have his support for our work on behalf of older people. He was such a fantastic entertainer and a brave voice on the impacts of loneliness in older age. His strong desire to help others was inspiring and he will be greatly missed.

Glen Michael was a magnificently generous man and a national treasure. Our deepest condolences are with his loving family. He is a huge loss and leaves a wonderfully powerful legacy of laughter and affection. bit.ly/44Dtfz7

Change for the better happens when people stand together and demand it. Join the march for all of us! scotland-demands-better.com