Charities

Our mission is to change lives through reminiscence, improving health and wellbeing. We work with people of all ages on creative projects, especially with people living with dementia and carers; both of these demographics can access 1:1 support from us. Our Goals: 1. To reduce isolation and loneliness 2. To promote intergenerational understanding 3. To improve the quality of life and care for older people and those with dementia 4. To support carers to maintain their own health and wellbeing Our values Age Exchange strives to be person-centred, creative, open and inclusive in all that we do, including activity groups for people with dementia and their carers where they can access support; and community groups for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy physical activity, art, languages and short educational courses. We believe that focusing on the individual using reminiscence-based practices in dementia care, their stories and experiences are the cornerstone of reducing loneliness, making way to improving wellbeing. We want to create an environment where everyone feels valued and included. We recognise that differences exist and thus respond to individual need.

Age Scotland aims to help all older people present a strong and effective voice and to reduce the challenges for those facing serious and multiple disadvantages as they grow older.

Age UK is the UK's largest organisation working with and for older people. We provide information and advice on various issues concerning later life including benefits, care, health and housing. We also campaign nationally on issues affecting older people.

Age UK Stafford provides a range of services & activities for older persons & their carers. We relieve loneliness by offering friendship & support. We relieve worry by offering practical help & information. We increase awareness of all ages to the problems and difficulties which older persons may face & to the potential for joy in later life. We work with the statutory agencies to improve the quality of care provided for older persons.

Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) is the national charity supporting the lifesaving work of the UK's air ambulance, enabling them to save even more lives every day.  Air ambulance crews bring the Emergency Department to patients who have suffered a life threatening or life changing trauma or medical emergency; providing advanced critical care to save lives.  On average an air ambulance can reach someone in urgent need within 15 minutes.  Anyone, anywhere in the UK can become a patient at anytime.  Air Ambulance charities are collectively dispatched to over 100 lifesaving missions each day across the UK; each mission is funded almost entirely by the generosity of local communities.  AAUK raises national funds to invest in the air ambulance community and acts as the one voice on issues of national significance.  Our vision is that together we will ensure the best possible chance of survival and patient outcome for everyone in need of lifesaving prehospital care.  We do this by supporting, championing and representing the invaluable work of the air ambulance community at a national level.

Al Naseeb Welfare Trust is a UK-based international relief and development charity. A charity eager and ready to respond to those in need, helping to break the poverty cycle and build brighter futures. With a strong belief that every little helps we try to do our share by providing the less fortunate with sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, food, education and health.

The Albert Kennedy Trust works with young lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people aged 16 to 25 who are in crisis assisting with supported housing, mentoring, information, advice and advocacy in Greater London and Greater Manchester.

Alcohol Change is the national agency on alcohol misuse. It works to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems. If you wish to contact our Information Line above, that only operates between 1-5pm, Monday to Friday, otherwise call our Switchboard number, featured on our Website.