Organisations (Subscribe)
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Action on Elder Abuse
National organisation aiming to prevent the abuse of older people by raising awareness, education, and research. Details of activities, volunteer programmes, and conferences.
Age Concern England
Information on aging issues, campaigns, annual reports and a list of local chapters. Non-profit.
Civil Service Pensioners' Association
A voluntary body which campaigns on behalf of all pensioners from the civil service and related bodies. Details of membership, services and issues of interest to members.
Cyber Seniors
http://www.cyberseniorsgroup.co.uk
A group of seniors in East Brighton passing their retirement Internet surfing. Information about their activities, including training, and plans to get computers into sheltered housing.
Elizabeth Finn Trust
http://www.elizabethfinntrust.org.uk/
Aims to relieve need and distress among British and Irish professional people and their families. Includes difficulties associated with old age, infirmity, disability, social isolation or financial need. Previously known as the Distressed Gentlefolk's Aid Association. Detailed information on the Trust including: how to donate; how to benefit; and how to work there
Lesle House 21 Group
Charitable group supporting the elderly residents of Leslie House Eventide Home against forceable closure by the Church of Scotland
The Continuing Care Conference
Senior citizens care charity with news, membership procedures, publications and an overview.
The Dark Horse Venture
http://www.darkhorse.rapid.co.uk
Award scheme initiative for the over 55s. Encourages seniors' participation in four themed skills and lifestyle categories. Scheme information, news and photo gallery.
The Pre-Retirement Association
The PRA works to enable people to manage change from mid-life onwards. Details of courses and advice available, how to join, and latest news.
The Universal Beneficent Society
A charity which helps older people in the UK who are living on very low incomes. Details of activities, case histories and how to donate.
