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Local care home completes 100 laps of the garden for age UK

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/23/2024 - 7:00pm

Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter recently took on the challenge of completing 100 laps of the garden all in aid of Age UK here in Exeter. Residents, staff, family members and the community all dressed up for the occasion in fancy dress before setting off and doing as many laps as possible.

There was live music, a smoothie station, a sangria station and a cake station to keep everyone well hydrated and fed. The 100 laps were successfully completed with all residents receiving a medal at the end.

Jogie, General Manager at Cumberland Grange, said: “We work closely with...

Exeter care home put together hampers for Silver Sunday and donate to Age UK

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/09/2022 - 8:35pm

Cumberland Grange Care Home in Exeter have recently teamed up with Luscombe Drinks in Devon to put together some wonderful hampers for Silver Sunday which took place on Sunday 2nd of October.

Silver Sunday is a National Day which aims to combat loneliness and isolation in local communities. There are many things which people of all generations can do by coming together to offer support and company as well as by hosting fun and free activities for older people.

So, Cumberland Grange were thrilled to do their bit to support this fantastic National Day by putting together...

Art created by people living with dementia displayed in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/25/2020 - 10:16am

Banners created by people living with dementia who worked with a trio of well-known artists will be on display in Exeter until the end of March.

The banners, including one developed by members of Age UK Exeter’s Budding Friends group, are on show as a special exhibit in Exeter Library.

Photographer Ian Beesley, poet Ian McMillan, and cartoonist Tony Husband worked with people living with dementia and their carers to create the banners as part of the ‘A Life More Ordinary’ project which originated from research at the University of Exeter. The project aims to support people...

Age UK Exeter return with their famous 10K Run

IT'S BACK!!!

The Exeter running event of the year, that you've all been waiting for is back in 2019 with a Bang! Pow! Boom!

This time Age UK Exeter will be celebrating superheroes. Whether you want to run in memory of someone or honour someone special in your life, you can pick your own hero. Don't forget your fancy dress too! Will you dress as Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman or even make up your own superhero! Don't worry though, you can just be you if you like. You're all heroes!

Now, the important part!

Age UK Exeter is a local charity, delivering life...

Groups that support elderly invited to apply for £1,000 Community Fund

With 40% of households across the South West being made up of people over the age of 65*, it’s no surprise the region has the highest percentage of older people in the UK. In view of this, there is a wide range of fantastic charities and community groups that care for and provide activities for this aging generation.

It’s these groups that RGB Building Supplies is inviting to apply for £1,000 to spend at one of its branches as part of its Well Built Community Fund.

Whether a care home would like to renovate a room for the benefit of its residents, a charity needs materials...

Age UK Exeter Charity Gala Ball 2017

Event Date: 
20/10/2017 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
The Great Hall, Exeter University, Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4PY

A sparkling night of great food and fantastic music raising money for Age UK Exeter.

On Friday 20th October, 7pm till late, enjoy an unforgettable evening of live entertainment, with The Locked Horns - a wonderful modern swing/jazz orchestra - providing the music, a three-course feast after a glittering drinks reception, and all the fun of a charity auction with incredible prizes on offer, you will have a night to remember!

The ball will be taking place in the Great Hall at Exeter University - all funds raised on the evening will go to Age UK Exeter, to help support older...

New Lord Mayor announces chosen charity

New Lord Mayor Lesley Robson will use her term of office to raise money for her chosen charity, Age UK Exeter.

“The charity provides support and opportunities to over 1,200 older people in Exeter each week, she said, “combatting loneliness, improving wellbeing and giving older people and their families the advice and information they need to navigate an ever-more complicated world.” “Age UK Exeter is striving hard to maintain its services in a very challenging financial environment which makes it an excellent choice for my support given its vital role in the city.” Martyn Rogers,...

Age UK Exeters Charity Gala Ball 2017

Event Date: 
20/10/2017 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
The Great Hall Exeter University

We really hope you'll join us for this year's celebration - it's the perfect excuse to don your glad rags and dance the night away, knowing you're supporting a vital local charity... and having a great time of course!

Here is what we have planned for you...

Drinks reception and three course meal

Silent Auction and Live Auction

Live music from: The Locked Horns

Put the date in your diary, because it's going to be a brilliant night out.

Tickets: £45 before 31 August - £55 from 1 September Go to our website for more info and to buy tickets http...

Age UK Exeter 80's Disco

Event Date: 
13/05/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Coaver Club County Hall Matford Lane Exeter EX2 4PS

Boogie on down to all your favourite 80s hits at our fabulously retro 80s Disco!

Ben Clark from Radio Exe will be our DJ for the evening - he'll be making sure the dancefloor is full with plenty of irresistible 80s songs... from the classic to the cheesy!

80s Fancy Dress is encouraged, so don't forget to raid the back of the wardrobe or the dressing up box for your most outrageous 80s fashions.

Tickets: £5 in advance. Available from our centre at 138 Cowick St or telephone 01392 202092 or buy on line Go to http://www.ageuk.org.uk/exeter/events/80s-disco/ ....

Virgin Money Exeter store collecting Easter Eggs for Exeter Foodbank and Age UK

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/29/2017 - 1:30pm

The Virgin Money Exeter Store is collecting Easter Eggs on behalf of the Exeter Foodbank and Age UK.

Mark O’Higgins, Virgin Money Exeter Store Manager said: "We are collecting Easter Eggs on behalf of the Exeter Foodbank and Age UK , who both play an important part in our local community.

"We hope that by collecting and donating the Easter Eggs we can put a smile on people's faces this coming Easter.

"I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has already made a donation, we are extremely grateful.

'For anyone who would still like to donate an...

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