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As an independent local charity, Age UK Kensington & Chelsea is embedded in the community and makes a tangible difference to the lives of thousands of older people each year through the wide range of services we provide. These include information and advice, services which combat loneliness and isolation such as befriending and escorting, ‘practical’ services such as DIY and gardening, and health-related projects which include specialist dementia support. As an organisation our service users are at the heart of everything we do, and we ensure that they are listened to and given a voice. This is done through involving them in the design and evaluation of our services, as well using their feedback to respond on a range of issues. Our own long experience of working in the borough, coupled with census and JNSA data, mean we have a detailed understanding of our population of older people. One of the biggest issues faced by older people in Kensington and Chelsea today is loneliness. Loneliness is a very complex issue which is often experienced as a result of other many challenges faced. One of the greatest strengths in our community is the robust support network for an older person which is the result of relationships which have been built across statutory and voluntary organisations in the borough over many years. By providing a wide range of free activities and outings, we are able to ensure that having little money does not restrict older people’s access to social opportunities. We also provide the opportunity to take part in activities which can traditionally be One of the greatest strengths in our community is the robust support network for an older person which is the result of relationships which have been built across statutory and voluntary organisations in the borough over many years. Increasingly the NHS and government both local and national are recognising the detrimental impact of isolation and loneliness on peoples health and well-being as well as the value of the voluntary sector.