Happy New Year from everyone at Age UK Tameside! 🎉 We look forward to supporting even more older adults to thrive in 2025!

We're delighted to announce a fantastic start to the New Year after receiving a grant award from the People's Postcode Lottery! This will help us to maintain our current winter support services and set up a new Specialist Ear Wax Removal Service later this year. Watch this space!

The snow has arrived! Whilst it can look very pretty, winter is a challenging time especially as we get older. Take a look at the Age UK 'Winter Wrapped Up' information guide for lots of helpful advice. bit.ly/4iWYuLP

We are looking to hire a qualified Chair Based Exercise Instructor to deliver a Strength and Balance Class to older people every Thursday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm. If you are interested please call 0161 308 5000 to speak to Marcia or email: [email protected]

Happy #ChineseNewYear2025! This is the year of the Snake, which symbolises wisdom, transformation and opportunities for personal growth and change. Visit our website to find out how we can support you to make this your best year yet! ageuktameside.com

Today is #WorldCancerDay2025. In #Tameside we are fortunate to have an excellent support service: the Tameside & Glossop Macmillan Information and Support Service - thank you Tameside & Glossop Macmillan Information & Support! If you need help give them a call on 0161 922 5644 or email: [email protected]

Would you like to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults in #Tameside? We are looking for enthusiastic people to bring their ideas, skills and experience and join our Board of Trustees! If this sounds like you, please see the leaflet below for full details.

CAN YOU HELP? We are looking for volunteers to join our team! Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet new friends and learn new skills. It can also improve your mental health and is great to have on your CV. Check out the details below - we can't wait to hear from you!

Ramadan Mubarak to all of our Muslim friends. May this sacred month bring you spiritual growth, deep contentment and an abundance of blessings. Wishing you peace, joy and fulfillment.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay2025! We're proud to have many remarkable women in our team, led by our inspirational CEO Marcia. This year's theme is 'Accelerate Action', which highlights the urgency to address barriers that women face. Find out more here: internationalwomensday.com

TODAY'S THE DAY!! Our new Ear Wax Treatment Clinic officially opens it doors! For just £49 our fully qualified Audiologist will provide a 30 minute appointment to treat your ear wax issues. Call 0161 308 5000 to book your appointment.

CAN YOU HELP? We are looking for volunteers to join our team! We currently have three different volunteer roles available: 😀 131 Club Support 😀 131 Club Kitchen Assistant 😀 Dementia Buddy at Home If you are interested please check out the details below.

Today we celebrate the 80th Anniversary of #VEDay. The end of World War II in Europe. We remember, thank and honour all those that fought for our country.

This week we celebrate the one year anniversary of our Information and Advice Advisor Mozida joining the Charity. Mozida works so hard guiding clients through complex benefits systems and makes a real difference in people's lives. We are very lucky to have you Mozida!

Our 131 Club recently enjoyed a lovely cruise on the canal with New Horizons Canal Boat. Having built up an appetite, we then indulged in a gorgeous meal at the Spread Eagle pub in Romiley. A truly perfect day out! For info about our 131 Club call 0161 308 5000.

Our Blokes and Brews group have recently attended an educational session with Stephen Wilson, who talked about Prostate Cancer and the men's mental health service - cimell 'shepapap'. Stephen wanted to spread awareness on how to get tested and the importance of doing this early.

Age UK Tameside are pleased to announce we are now part of the new Age UK Greater Manchester Collective. A bold new partnership working to ensure every older person in the region can age well. To find out more click here: ageuk.org.uk/tameside/about…