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Our vision

We inspire older people to live their lives how they want to and find joy in company and activity.

Our aim is to reduce loneliness and social isolation for people aged 50 and over.

We are hiring a Programme Support Officer

If you have excellent administration skills and you are looking for a role that offers variety then we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to be part of a friendly and energetic team, all working to reduce loneliness and isolation for older people in Middlesbrough. Closes 19th December.

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Kindness is key to ending loneliness

A report we have published shows how the programme has significantly improved the well being of the older people we work with, despite many of these individuals initially presenting as among the most lonely and isolated in the country.

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Carols, crafts and conversation

Coulby Newham residents are invited to Sunnyside Community Centre on Thursday 6th December to share their views on community activity, try Christmas crafts, enjoy free refreshments and listen to pupils from Sunnyside Academy singing Christmas carols.

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Find activities near you

Search here for activities near you. Use the boxes below to find a group or activity.

Click here to view our taster session programme

Age Friendly Middlesbrough

We want Middlesbrough to be a place where all older people lead happy and healthy lives. Find out about the work we are doing and how your organisation can can help achieve this goal.

Join our free membership

More than 2000 people are already Ageing Better members and regularly receive information about activities and groups in their area. What have you got to lose?

How to make a referral

If you or someone you know is over 50 and feels lonely or misses having someone to talk to we can help. We offer one to one support to encourage people to make positive changes and new connections.