Later life support

Below you can find a list of organisations that offer support services for people in later life. From someone to chat to over the phone to helping you retain your independence, there are a wide range of advice and support services available.

Age UK

Age UK Wiltshire deliver a range of services to help keep you informed, remain independent and stay involved throughout later life. You can use their website to find social activities and groups in your local area or find telephone friendship for a friendly chat when you need it.

Somerset residents can find the above services on the Age UK Somerset website and those in B&NES can use the Bath & North East Somerset Age UK service.

Independent Age

Independent Age is a free and impartial national helpline offering advice on care and support, money and benefits, health and mobility for over 65's.

Reengage

Reengage is a call companion service available to anyone ages 75 and over who would benefit from a regular chat over the phone with a friendly volunteer. If you know someone who is lonely, isolated or in need of companionship you can refer them to this service.

Silver Line

Silver Line is a free, confidential service for over 55's providing friendship, conversation and support 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Warminster Action Group

Warminster Action Group is a local group, run by volunteers offering practical help, befriending and volunteering opportunities.