Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UKDementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.orgThe Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line HelplineAlzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s SocietyRoyal Voluntary Service Essex
Royal Voluntary Service in Essex help older people maintain their independence and stay involved in the local community.
Phone
01708 854246
Website
The UK National Volunteer Charity | Royal Voluntary Service
Email
essexhub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.ukAge Concern
Age Concern are a local independent charitable company limited by guarantee providing services and support for older people.
Phone
01206 368420
Website
www.ageconcerncolchester.org.uk
Email
enquiries@ageconcerncolchester.org.ukThe Community Micro-Enterprise Project Directory
A Community Micro-enterprise gives you more choice about your care as it offers something different to traditional support services. They can offer a wide variety of support to help meet your needs:
Support at home -personal care, meals, cleaning, shopping, running errands.
Support you getting out and about in your community.
Activities, hobbies, therapies, learning new skills, day services, peer support.
Website
Community Micro-Enterprise Project Directory (PDF)Tendring Community Transport (TCT)
TCT is a well established and accomplished Community Transport scheme, that provides wheelchair accessible, door-to-door transport, for people of all ages who find it difficult or impossible to access conventional public transport.
Phone
01255 436 962
Website
www.dial-a-ride.orgDaisy Chain Home Support Ltd
Daisy Chain Home Support specialise in supporting older people to live independently in their own homes. We are able to provide as little or as much support as required.
Phone
01206 394545
Website
www.daisychainsupport.co.uk
Email
liz@daisychainsupport.co.uk
Elderly care
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 28 October 2024