Age Concern Hampshire aims to combat social isolation for older people across Basingstoke. With social groups in South Ham, Winklebury, Popley and Kingsclere, they’re reaching out for more to get involved and enjoy weekly activities and find companionship.

Older adults are more likely to experience social isolation and loneliness, as many may be living alone, suffering from chronic illness or may have lost close friends and family. Studies suggest that socially isolated people are at a greater health risk, with increased risks of heart disease, strokes and dementia.

Kim Stone – Community Engagement Officer at Age Concern Hampshire said: “Our weekly social groups really are a lifeline for so many people living alone in the Basingstoke area. They give people an opportunity to socialise on a regular basis, and take part in some fun and interesting activities”

By encouraging social connection and community engagement through their social groups, Age Concern Hampshire aim to decrease the negative effects of loneliness and social isolation. Groups are held regularly across Basingstoke, offering friendship, weekly activities and enabling older people to access information on local support available, through guest speakers and talks.

Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provide services to the older community of Hampshire. The charity currently deliver support at their Care & Wellbeing centres throughout the county, as well as Help at Home, Information via our Information Hub, Foot care clinics, Hospital to Home Services, Community Information Volunteer Services and a variety of other activities.

For more information, visit: www.ageconcernhampshire.org.uk

Age Concern Hampshire
Centre Way
Locks Heath
Southampton
SO31 6DX

Tel: 01962 868545