It's the start of #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek. Have you fallen in the past year? You’re not alone. The good news is there are lots of things you can do to stay steady on your feet. Visit ➡️https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/about-us/news/articles/2026/falls-prevention-awareness-week/

We're so proud of Stephen for completing the Richmond Marathon for Age UK Richmond and coming 3rd on his category with an impressive time of 3:11! 🎉 Congratulations Stephen and thank you for raising money for Age UK Richmond for the 2nd time! https://www.justgiving.com/page/stephen-simmons-2609

🎉 The Full of Life Fair returns on Friday 30 October! We're looking forward to being there on the day again. Register now: https://tinyurl.com/FullofLifeRegistration #FullOfLife

Richmond upon Thames Full of Life Fair 2026

Richmond Council's annual Full of Life Fair for older residents and carers is back at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on 30 October 2026.

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Come and see our new allotment! Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable day at our new allotment location. 📅Monday 5th October, 11am -1pm 📍Sixth Cross Road Allotment, Twickenham, TW2 5PG Cost: Free For more information please email wellbeing@ageukrichmond.org.uk, call Ebru on 020 8744 1965.

Worried about rising utility bills or other financial worries? If you are over State Pension age and live in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we're here to support you. Contact us for free, impartial and confidential advice: email: benefits@ageukrichmond.org.uk Call: 020 8878 3546

Come along to the drop-in Carers Marketplace tomorrow. If you are an unpaid carer of people living with neurological conditions living in Richmond upon Thames. 10.30am to 12.30pm at our Barnes Green Centre, SW13 9HE. No need to book!

We're delighted to have been awarded a £25,000 grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation to support our services for older people in Richmond upon Thames. Thank you, @westonfdn.bsky.social, for supporting our mission to improve the quality of life for local older people. 💜

We can't wait until this Saturday 11th July where we'll be at the annual Barnes Fair 💜🎉 From 9.30am to 5.30pm there will be music, events, food & drinks and stalls. Come and say hi to us! You can find us near the pond at our Barnes Green Centre. https://www.barnes-ca.org/bca-events/barnesfair

Thank you to We are the News, for this coverage of our work looking after Men's Mental Health. Our particular activities for men, go beyond physical fitness - men find friendships and community, which for older men can be hard to find. https://wearethenews.com/article/624 📷Diego Rispoli

Try our Golf Course! In partnership with Strawberry Golf Club, we are offering a 4-week course starting 6th July at 2pm. The cost £50, includes coaching & the loan of equipment. https://age-uk-richmond.yapsody.com/event/index/871995/age-uk-richmond-4-week-get-into-golf-course

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Are looking for your next running challenge? You can join us this September - we have spaces available for 10k, Half Marathon and #RichmondMarathon at Richmond RunFest. Contact us to register, fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk Visit: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/get-involved/runfest/

Last night, we celebrated our incredible volunteers💜 They are at the heart of everything we do. From serving as Trustees and helping to govern our organisation, to supporting older people in a wide range of roles, each and every volunteer makes a valuable difference. Thank you for all that you do!

Happy Pride Month! We are celebrating love, diversity & inclusion 💜 We warmly welcome older gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans people to our Rainbow Cafe. Meet at Eel Pie Pub, Twickenham, TW1 3NJ. Last Wednesday of every month at 11.30am Next Cafe, Wednesday 24th June!

Worried about rising utility bills? We may be able to help. Our team can help you check that you are receiving all the benefits you may be entitled to, explore grants and other sources of financial support, and assist with utility bill issues. email: benefits@ageukrichmond.org.uk Call: 020 8878 3546

We don’t need a special week to say thank you to our volunteers — we appreciate them every day. But as it’s #VolunteersWeek, we’d like to give a special shout-out to all 115 of our incredible volunteers at Age UK Richmond. Thank you for your time and kindness. We couldn’t do it without you. 💜

Thank you to GLL Pools on the Park for having us to deliver a Connect to Tech Clinic last week at the Sports Centre. Our Volunteers were at hand to help, advice and support local older people with technology and answer all their questions. If you need free support with technology, contact us.

Join Orleans House Gallery at this free session 'Once in a Blue Moon' with artist Abigail Hunt. A session of creative making and writing, meeting new people, talking and sharing. Book here: https://www.ticketsource.com/richmond-arts-service/t-dkknjma

Try and get into Golf! In partnership with Strawberry Golf Club, we are offerng a 4-week course starting 6th July at 2pm. Cost £50 (coaching and loan of all clubs and equipment included). Book: https://age-uk-richmond.yapsody.com/event/index/871995/age-uk-richmond-4-week-get-into-golf-course

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Our office and three Social & Wellbeing Centres will close for the bank holiday on Monday 25th May. You can still leave us a voicemail on 020 8878 3625 or send us an email to info@ageukrichmond.org.uk We'll get back to you after the Bank Holiday.

Today is our Pop-up Brain Health & Dementia Information Day! Huge thanks to Patch, Twickenham for hosting us. Visit us from 10am to 3pm, 42 York St, TW1 3LJ. Full schedule of the day on our website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/get-involved/dementia-action-week/

Work for us! An exciting opportunity is available to lead, shape & grow our vital Home Services. Full job description available on our website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/about-us/work-for-us/ Closing date for applications is 9 a.m. on Thursday 4th June 2026. Good luck!

Work for us! An exciting opportunity is available to lead, shape & grow our vital Home Services. Full job description available on our webiste: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/about-us/work-for-us/ Closing date for applications is 9 a.m. on Thursday 4th June 2026. Good luck!

We are looking forward to being present at Richmond Volunteer Fair 2026! Wednesday 20 May, 2 PM - 6 PM At Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College Richmond Book your free ticket today https://bit.ly/47QiJH7 Richmond CVS

Get free Technology support at Pools on the Park cafeteria! Bring your device along on Tuesday 19 May, between 11am and 1pm. Our IT volunteers will guide you as you explore technology - no booking required. Connect to Tech is a free service for everyone aged 65+ living in Richmond upon Thames.

Enjoy a Massage Therapy or Reflexology at our Barnes Green Centre! Starting Wed 27 May 2026 £40.00 for 45 minutes or £30.00 for 30 minutes Sessions between 12-4pm With Rebecca - fully qualified massage therapist Contact Janet, call 0208 876 2377 or email janet.eaton@ageukrichmond.org.uk

Our office and three Social & Wellbeing Centres will close for the bank holiday on Monday 4th May. You can still leave us a voicemail on 020 8878 3625 or send us an email to info@ageukrichmond.org.uk We'll get back to you after the Bank Holiday.

Ageism is widespread across London - and now we have the data to prove it. 📊 51% of older Londoners have experienced ageism 💬 37% feel devalued 😔 62% don’t feel able to speak out It’s time for change. Join us and stand with #LondonAgainstAgeism

Were you inspired by the London Marathon? Over the years we've had amazing people supporting Age UK Richmond by running at Richmond RunFest. Join this September - we have spaces available for 10k, Half Marathon and Marathon. Contact us to register, fundraising@ageukrichmond.org.uk

We're extremely proud of our colleague Lindsay, who is running the London Marathon today to raise funds for Age UK Richmond. Thank you and good luck Lindsay! Donate to her campaign here, she will appreciate it: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/lindsay-connor

We had a fantastic time at @OrleansHouseGallery with artist Abigail Hunt who led an amazing session for Age UK Richmond - "All The Things: Exploring play and imagination across generations". Thank you for a wonderful evening.