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Good Friends is about creating a network of informal volunteers who share their time with people in need of extra support - Health & Wellbeing Activities
A range of groups and activities to help you to stay healthy as you get older - Befriending
Companionship for lonely and isolated older people who just need somebody to talk to - Computing & Internet
Volunteer-led sessions to help older people get online and stay safe - Respite Day Care
A safe, stimulating environment for your relative that encourages social interaction - Veterans Support Service
A range of specialist services tailored to the needs of veterans in Darlington - Information & Advice
Offering free, confidential advice around benefits, housing and more - Ex Forces Support
Telephone befriending, support, signposting & guidance for older veterans across North Yorkshire - Living With and Beyond Cancer
We're supporting older people to live well after cancer diagnosis with a package of support, advice and services. - Community Minibus
Low-cost Minibus hire for community groups, with drivers available - Café Refresh
Providing nutritious meals in a sociable, volunteer-led environment - Three 4 Darlington
Three 4 Darlington is an information hub open for the public to receive advice and support on a range of topics in the Town Centre. - The Swadford Centre
Based in the heart of Skipton, The Swadford is a welcoming environment to enjoy tasty meals and socialise. We also offer Room Hire from the Centre.
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- Special Events
Extra special one-off events not to be missed, ranging from event days to fundraisers. - Classes & Activities
Ranging from dance classes, to art, IT and music, there's sure to be something for you. - Support Groups
There's a peer support group for everyone, from stroke club to veterans group. - Lunch Clubs
Our lunch clubs offer nutritious, sociable lunches in a relaxed setting.
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News
The latest news, announcements and updates covering Darlington, Northallerton, Richmond, Ripon, Harrogate & South Craven.
New Veterans Café Opening in Richmond
Posted on Wednesday, 10 July 2019 11:27 am | Category: General NewsA new Veteran's Café is opening its doors on Tuesday 23rd July, find out more about the café and how it helps support older ex-servicemen and women.
Veterans Presented with Veteran’s Badges by Darlington’s New Mayor
Posted on Thursday, 13 June 2019 3:59 pm | Category: DarlingtonVeterans at Middleton Hall Retirement Village received their Veteran's Badges from Age UK NYD and Darlingtons newly elected mayor on Tuesday afternoon.
New Office Opens to Serve Richmondshire
Posted on Tuesday, 16 April 2019 3:44 pm | Category: General NewsAge UK North Yorkshire & Darlington have opened a new office in Richmond's historic town centre to provide essential services to residents
Meet Robin, One of our Team of Ex-Forces Telephone Befrienders
Posted on Wednesday, 27 February 2019 8:11 am | Category: General NewsA former civil servant and tea manufacturer has found a new calling reaching out to lonely and isolated older veterans.
WW1 Commemorative Poppy Sales to Support Age UK NYD Veterans Project
Posted on Wednesday, 23 January 2019 3:38 pm | Category: DarlingtonHundreds of hand-crafted poppies created for a special commemorative display are set to be sold to help support Darlington veterans.
Information and Advice Service Launching in Skipton
Posted on Friday, 18 January 2019 12:02 pm | Category: General NewsAge UK North Yorkshire & Darlington are expanding their Information & Advice services to cover the Skipton area.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Age UK NYD
Posted on Wednesday, 19 December 2018 9:48 am | Category: General NewsWe hope you enjoy the festive period, we're going to be running reduced hours over the next couple of weeks. Click here to find out when we're open...
Good Friends Project to Launch in North Yorkshire
Posted on Wednesday, 17 October 2018 8:24 am | Category: General NewsAfter award-winning success in Darlington, Good Friends is now available in selected areas of North Yorkshire. Find out more and how you can get involved...
Get Knitting for the Big Knit 2018
Posted on Thursday, 11 October 2018 3:47 pm | Category: CampaignsThe Big Knit returns for another year, so grab your needles and get knitting and help raise money to help us continue our work in North Yorkshire & Darlington.
A Goodbye Message from Gillian
Posted on Monday, 1 October 2018 12:07 pm | Category: General NewsAfter nine years as CEO of Age UK Darlington, and latterly Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington, Gillian Peel is retiring, read her farewell message here...
Latest News:
- New Veterans Café Opening in Richmond
A new Veteran's Café is opening its doors on Tuesday 23rd July, find out more about the café and how it helps support older ex-servicemen and women. - Veterans Presented with Veteran’s Badges by Darlington’s New Mayor
Veterans at Middleton Hall Retirement Village received their Veteran's Badges from Age UK NYD and Darlingtons newly elected mayor on Tuesday afternoon. - New Office Opens to Serve Richmondshire
Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington have opened a new office in Richmond's historic town centre to provide essential services to residents - Meet Robin, One of our Team of Ex-Forces Telephone Befrienders
A former civil servant and tea manufacturer has found a new calling reaching out to lonely and isolated older veterans.
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