Age UK Surrey Services: Local Support for Older People in Surrey

Age UK Surrey is a long-established local charity helping people aged 50+ live independently, stay connected, and access the support they need. Across Surrey, individuals and families rely on their services for practical help, expert advice, and meaningful community connections.

Whether you’re planning ahead or responding to changing needs, knowing what support is available locally can make a real difference to quality of life.

Information and advice you can rely on

At the heart of Age UK Surrey’s work is its free, confidential information and advice service. This support helps people navigate later life with confidence, whether they need guidance on finances, housing, or care.

Advisors can explain how to access benefits, support applications, and help individuals understand their options. For example, many families exploring care pathways also consider options like live-in care and/or respite care, which allows people to remain in their own home with one-to-one support.

Practical help at home to maintain independence

For many older people, staying at home is a priority. Age UK Surrey’s Help at Home service provides flexible support with everyday tasks, making independent living more manageable.

This might include help with cleaning, laundry, shopping, or preparing meals. Just as importantly, regular visits can offer reassurance and companionship.

Support with care decisions

Choosing the right care can feel overwhelming. Age UK Surrey offers free independent care advice to help individuals and families understand their options clearly.

This includes guidance on care types, funding, and finding suitable providers. For those supporting someone with memory loss, exploring specialist options such as dementia care can also help ensure the right level of support.

More information is available on their Independent care advice page.

Planning ahead with confidence

Planning for the future is an important part of later life. Age UK Surrey supports individuals with services such as Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), helping people prepare for a time when they may no longer be able to make decisions themselves.

Alongside legal planning, their advisors can also support financial well-being, ensuring individuals receive the benefits and support they are entitled to.

Staying socially connected and active

Staying active and socially engaged plays a vital role in maintaining well-being. Age UK Surrey offers a wide range of activities across the county, helping people stay connected to their communities.

These include exercise classes, walking groups, and social meet-ups, as well as initiatives like Men in Sheds and creative activity groups. You can explore local opportunities on the social activities and groups page.

Dementia support for individuals and families

Age UK Surrey provides specialist dementia support, helping people remain active and engaged for as long as possible.

Through services such as Memory Lane and Friendship Groups, individuals can take part in structured, supportive sessions. At the same time, carers can access guidance and peer support.

You can browse the full range of support on the Age UK Surrey services overview page.

If you have a loved one who lives with dementia and requires support at home, Elder’s Surrey dementia care service can help.

Tackling loneliness through befriending

Loneliness can have a serious impact on health, which is why Age UK Surrey offers its Check in and Chat befriending service.

This connects older people with volunteers for regular phone conversations, providing companionship and emotional support. It’s a simple but powerful way to stay connected.

Digital inclusion and community support

Age UK Surrey also helps older people build confidence with technology, offering support with using phones, tablets, and computers. This enables individuals to stay in touch with loved ones and access essential services online.

Community hubs such as the Clockhouse Community Centre in Milford provide welcoming spaces for activities, social interaction, and support in one place.

Contact details for Age UK Surrey

If you’d like to access services or find out more, you can contact Age UK Surrey directly on01483 503414 or visit their website at Age UK Surrey.

Their team can help you explore available services, arrange support, or answer any questions about later life care and wellbeing.

A holistic approach to later life support

What makes Age UK Surrey stand out is its holistic approach. Rather than focusing on just one area, it supports people across all aspects of later life, from practical help and financial advice to social connection and care planning.

For many families, combining local support from Age UK Surrey with services like live-in care can provide a well-rounded approach that supports both independence and wellbeing.