18th September 2025 • The HERALD • Page 51 v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v christinashomecare@hotmail.com Fully Qualified, Insured and Enhanced DBS Call me for a friendly informal chat to discuss whatever you or your loved ones needs are on 07579 766797 Christina’s Home Care Professional Independent Carer Covering Waterside and New Forest WE CARE, YOU CARE Age Concern Hampshire (ACH) is pleased to announce the extension of its Crowdfunder campaign; Wellbeing Groups for Older People, now running until 2nd October 2025 (following its original end date of 20th August). is extension provides additional time for supporters to contribute to a cause that is making a meaningful di erence in the lives of older people across Hampshire. e campaign, hosted on Crowdfunder UK, seeks to raise funds to contribute to the annual target of £40,000 for the 40th Anniversary of ACH and to continue o ering activities and services to help combat isolation, improve physical and mental health, and foster community connections among older people. Since 1985, the independent charity has delivered a wide range of services designed to help older adults live well and independently for longer. Over the years, it has grown to include Care and Wellbeing Centres, Help at Home services, Foot Care Clinics, Social Groups, Hospital to Home support, free Information Hubs and a variety of other essential activities. Sta and volunteers, drawn from all walks of life, work together to o er friendship, guidance and care throughout every stage of ageing. anks to generous matched funding from the Mortgage Advice Bureau, every donation made will now go even further. e funds raised will contribute towards the charity’s £40k for 40 years campaign, set to celebrate 40 years of service, helping older people continue to live with care, connection and dignity. To donate, visit: www.crowdfunder. Age Concern Hampshire Extends Crowdfunding Appeal to Support Vital Social Groups for Older People co.uk/p/wellbeing-groups-for-olderpeople Due to recent funding cuts, Age Concern Hampshire is turning to the public to help sustain these essential services without passing costs onto vulnerable attendees. Funds raised will go toward coordination, volunteer support, recruitment, training, and refreshments for participants. “We’ve seen firsthand how these groups transform lives,” said Brogan Rehill, project lead. “Extending the campaign gives us a greater chance to secure the support needed to keep these sessions running and accessible to all.” As Age Concern Hampshire celebrates 40 years of service, this initiative re ects its ongoing commitment to helping older people live well and independently for longer. DEMENTIA ACCESSIBLE CYCLING SESSIONS WITH PEDALL PEDALL provides inclusive cycling opportunities to enable people who need support to enjoy cycling in and around the beautiful New Forest. Dementia Friendly Hampshire are supporting PEDALL sessions every Wednesday to enable anyone a ected by dementia to enjoy one of these amazing forest rides. If you would be interested, please email: info@ dementiafriendlyhampshire.org.uk for more details or to book a place.
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