Age Scotland This organisation is a Registered Charity
We are the Scottish charity for older people.
We work to improve the lives of people over the age of 50 in Scotland.
We provide a free helpline, support older people’s groups, promote age and dementia-friendly communities, deliver wellbeing programmes, and campaign on behalf of older people.
Last updated:
17/03/2026
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Services
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Free community workshops and talks for older people and those who support or care for them.
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Our friendship services include weekly Friendship Calls and Community Connecting, a service that aims to reduce social isolation by connecting older people with groups and services in their area.
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Free information and advice to help you, on diverse topics ranging from claiming benefits and Power of Attorney, to care at home and living in a care home.
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Our helpline is a free, confidential phone service for older people, their carers and families in Scotland.
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We offer free, accessible training for unpaid carers of people with dementia to ensure they have a greater understanding of their rights and how to access them.
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Our mission is to make Scotland the best place in the world to grow older, and our wonderful volunteers play a vital role in that.
Contact information
You can use the information below to get in touch with Age Scotland