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Meet Fred

Fred's story highlights the challenges experienced by the older people in our communities

Fred's story symbolises the many experiences of the 1.2 million older people across the UK who often feel lonely. Age UK is determined to be there to provide support.

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The chances are there is someone like Fred in your community. Perhaps it's the neighbour who goes unnoticed behind closed doors, yearning for someone to speak to, or the older person you see struggling in the cold with the weekly shopping they can't really afford.

Maybe it's someone who's always been alone, but who has felt increasingly isolated and unable to cope in recent years. Perhaps it's someone who shared their whole life with a special loved one, whose empty chair is a constant reminder they're no longer there.

But lonely and isolated older people shouldn't have to feel the world has forgotten them.

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Many vulnerable older people will rely on the support of Age UK this Christmas. We'll be there to offer crucial information, friendship and advice.

Please will you help us?

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We're here for everyone who needs us

If you or someone you know needs support, Age UK is here for you. Call the Age UK Advice Line on 0800 169 6565, 8am to 7pm, every day of the year, or use the links below to find out more about how we could help.

205,796 calls

were answered by the Age UK Advice Line in 2021, offering guidance and support

93% of older people

said their wellbeing had improved since receiving telephone friendship calls

180,573 friendship calls

were supported by Age UK in 2021, providing vital connection and conversation

Age UK provides a range of services and your gift will go wherever the need is greatest.

Fred isn't any one older person in particular. Fred represents the challenges experienced by the older people Age UK seeks to support through our services.

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