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Pension Wise Pension Surgery
Who? Pension Wise can help if you: are aged 50 or over have a personal or workplace pension want to make sense of your options What? What is a Pension Wise appointment? Specialist pension guidance 45 to 60 minutes Over the phone or local to you How? How to book an appointment? Phone Online Book Now Click Here
Find out more »IT Friday
Drop in free IT sessions including help for beginners, for job seekers, and searching for volunteer opportunities. Bring your own laptop, tablet or use one of our PC's. Sessions are run by our trained volunteers. You do not need to book, however spaces are limited and at busy times will be offered on a first come first served basis.
Find out more »Nepalese Society Integration Group
Age Concern has partnered with the Nepalese Society in Colchester to promote two-way friendships and integration between those who are Nepalese and British. We are looking at innovative ways to learn English / Nepalese that includes Art, Craft, Knitting, Dancing (from both cultures), singing and other friendship clubs. We are working to improve opportunities for general conversation but at the same time having some great fun together. Tuesday - Craft Wednesday - English Thursday - Dance Friday - Singing
Find out more »Art Group
The Art Group meets twice a week and is for artists of all levels. Enjoy fun, friendship and learn from one another whether you paint, draw or sketch. Bring your own equipment or use the groups.
Find out more »Clacton Bereavement & Friendship Cafe
Friendship cafes are weekly groups for anyone who feels isolated, wants to make new friends or has experienced bereavement. There are fun activities and guest speakers at every session and outings are planned throughout the year. It's a great place to meet others for a cuppa and a chat! There are five cafes around the Tendring area. You do not need to book a place, however it is a good idea to call us before you plan to attend for…
Find out more »Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Coffee Morning
We welcome you to be a part of the Age Concern Colchester family, filled with laughter, new friendships and copious amounts of tea, coffee and cake! Our coffee morning has been running for over 40 years, and all of the proceeds help to keep our services in the local community running. More recently the Friday Coffee Morning has been joined by the Tuesday and Wednesday Coffee Mornings too. We also host a community cafe which is open 5 days a…
Find out more »Friday Walking Group
A fun gentle walking group for all ages and abilities. Come along and make new friends from your local community, have fun and get active! Meeting points will vary each week. On the day mobile 07555 143097
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Dabblers Art Club
Bring your own project or try something new. Some basic art materials supplied.
Find out more »Bingo
Traditional Bingo amongst friends is on offer on a Wednesday and Friday afternoon. The club welcomes new people to join and there is always a friendly face and new friendships to be made.
Find out more »Chiropody
Val, our qualified Chiropodist, has supported those in later years across three venues including Abbots Road, Lion Walk and now at the new home of Age Concern Colchester. Val offers a friendly and supportive service that keeps feet healthy and with this her clients safely looked after. Cal takes bookings directly. Go on treat yourself!
Find out more »Harwich Bereavement & Friendship Cafe
Friendship cafes are weekly groups for anyone who feels isolated, wants to make new friends or has experienced bereavement. There are fun activities and guest speakers at every session and outings are planned throughout the year. It's a great place to meet others for a cuppa and a chat! There are five cafes around the Tendring area. You do not need to book a place, however it is a good idea to call us before you plan to attend for…
Find out more »Sewing and Knitting Club
Sewing is a great pastime to share with friends who are creative and enjoy sharing some time together. Friendships are developed in The Veranda sewing club so come and join in today.
Find out more »Keep Fit @ The Veranda
Keep Fit is a great way to stay active and build friendships. The friendly Keep Fit groups run on a Monday, Wednesday and a Thursday and cater for people of all abilities. Everyone usually stays for a coffee and a natter too.
Find out more »Just Jules Fitness for those in Later Years
WELCOME TO 'MOVE 2 LOSE' It can sometimes be a daunting experience when considering losing weight, but you have nothing to fear. My classes are motivating, inviting and fun. You will always receive a warm welcome. You will be so glad you decided to join. I will give you all the support you need to reach your goal. Sharing idea, tips and guidance on how to shed those unwanted pounds. Each week you will receive a One-to-One consultation with me.…
Find out more »Fun and Friendship Cafe
Friendship cafes are weekly groups for anyone who feels isolated, wants to make new friends or has experienced bereavement. There are fun activities and guest speakers at every session and outings are planned throughout the year. It's a great place to meet others for a cuppa and a chat! There are five cafes around the Tendring area. You do not need to book a place, however it is a good idea to call us before you plan to attend for…
Find out more »Chairobics
Chairobics is a great way of keeping active in later years but also supports individuals who may have slightly less mobility. We have a range of people who are more and less mobile so anyone can join. We have ensured accessibility for wheelchair users for our class on a Monday.
Find out more »Hoy Bingo
Hoy is an alternative type of Bingo and is thoroughly enjoyed by our attendees. The group is as much about friendship as it is about the game of Hoy Bingo and whether you are competitive or not you will find a friendly group who welcome newcomers to join in.
Find out more »Harwich Walking Group
A weekly group - come along and make new friends from your local community, have fun and get active!
Find out more »Dementia Cafe
A friendly space for people with dementia, their families and friends to meet up.
Find out more »Clacton IT Club
Learn to make the most of today's technology. Get help in using the internet on your phone, tablet or computer. Drop in to join us each week on Monday afternoons. On the first Monday each month we look in depth at one aspect of using the internet.
Find out more »Harwich Circuit Class
A 30 minute circuit class with a qualified instructor. With each exercise to set a specific time you work as hard as you can without affecting anyone else in the class, and you can progress at your own pace. Our instructor will show you how to use the machines, and make sure you are using correct, safe technique throughout. Each session finishes with a cool down and stretching to help you recover and prevent injury!
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Walton Feel Good Choir
We sing popular music from all eras that make us feel good. We chat, we laugh, we sometimes wiggle but we never judge. We wuld love to see you.
Find out more »Swimming for the Over 50’s
Gentle exercise to increase mobility, health and fitness for people who may feel isolated or those with limited mobility who need to be more active.
Find out more »Jaywick Friendship & Bereavement Cafe
Friendship cafes are weekly groups for anyone who feels isolated, wants to make new friends or has experienced bereavement. There are fun activities and guest speakers at every session and outings are planned throughout the year. It's a great place to meet others for a cuppa and a chat! There are five cafes around the Tendring area. You do not need to book a place, however it is a good idea to call us before you plan to attend for…
Find out more »Age Concern Witham Games Morning
From scrabble to triominoes there are games galore and some great friendships to be made. Those that attend love sharing coffee, laughter and depending which table more or less serious games.
Find out more »Yoga
Christina has taught Yoga for many years and runs specialist classes for those in later years. Having taught for 8 years at Lion Walk Activity Centre Chrstina has moved across with her classes to Age Concern Colchester. The classes are generally booked in 6 week slots and Chrstina operates a waiting list if classes are full.
Find out more »Board Games
Enjoy a range of Board Games from 10am - 12 midday every Tuesday. The board games are available any time but there is a club that meets each Tuesday too.
Find out more »Knit & Natter
Come on in and join the fun! Whether you are a needlework expert or just want to make new friends and enjoy a good chat over a cuppa, we meet every Tuesday to knit blankets and miniature hats for the Innocent Smoothie Appeal. All of the proceeds go to our fundraiser that helps to keep our services in the local community running. Last year we made 27,000 hats!
Find out more »Bridge Club
Come and play some bridge. All levels of expertise are welcome and the group are friendly, welcoming and open to helping someone knew understand the game and practice. Join the Bridge Club, socialise, make new friends and improve your card shark skills!
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Beading Buddies
Come on in and join the fun! Beading Buddies is a great way to learn about beading and jewellery while making new friends! Whether you are a complete beginner or beading at an advanced level we welcome you to our weekly club. All of the proceeds go to Age Concern Colchester which allows us to keep helping people in the local community.
Find out more »Support in Loss
Loss comes in all shapes and sizes. Traditionally this can be bereavement but often other big life changes in later years can also bring about loss in life. Support in loss is run by people who have experienced loss themselves in different ways and is a kind, caring group that is there to listen and share to support working through whatever the loss is. This service is by appointment so please contact us for more information on 01206 368420.
Find out more »Tennis for over 50’s
Come along, meet new friends and enjoy having a knock about on the tennis courts. Racquets & balls available or you can bring your own. Advice on hand for anyone wanting to improve their play. Refreshments available from the Waterfront.
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Craft Group
The Wednesday Craft Group has been running for many years. Gentle craft together and a time of sharing stories and developing friendships. All with a great cup of coffee or tea.
Find out more »Dementia Cafe
A friendly place for people with dementia, their families and friends to meet up.
Find out more »Walton Walkers
A fun gentle walking group for all ages and abilities. Come along and make new friends from your local community, have fun and get active!
Find out more »Legal Surgery
Book in for 1/2 hour free legal surgery: - Advice on a Will Matrimonial Boundaries Disputes
Find out more »Health Walk
A 30 minute Health Walk for all abilities. If you find it difficult to get active, why not start walking? It's really easy to get started, you don't need any special equipment - and the best of all, it counts towards your recommended amount of physical activity.
Find out more »Walton IT Club
Get help with using the internet on your phone, tablet or computer. Computers supplied. Bring your own tablet, laptop or phone. Help will be on hand in a friendly and relaxed environment. On the first Wednesday each month we look in depth at one aspect of the internet.
Find out more »Technology Club
The Technology Club is a group of individuals who want to learn more. No two group sessions are the same and the idea is that individuals learn from a volunteer with more technology experience than themselves. As time goes on people learn from one another. A welcoming and friendly group where conversation is relaxed and the experience enjoyable. Connect with friends or family abroad on Facebook, learn how to Facetime, shop online and many other useful things.
Find out more »Catch the Mouse Computer Tuition
One-to-One Specialist Computer Coaching for beginners in Later Years 3 one-hour sessions bookable on a Thursday Afternoon with Jo. Come on in and learn about computers in a friendly environment which is as much about friendship as technical computers. These sessions are booked by appointment so call reception on 01206 368420 to book in.
Find out more »Walton Bereavement & Friendship Cafe
Friendship cafes are weekly groups for anyone who feels isolated, wants to make new friends or has experienced bereavement. There are fun activities and guest speakers at every session and outings are planned throughout the year. It's a great place to meet others for a cuppa and a chat! There are five cafes around the Tendring area. You do not need to book a place, however it is a good idea to call us before you plan to attend for…
Find out more »Line Dancing
Line Dancing is a great way to keep fit in later years. We have a busy session which is led superbly by Delia who has taught for many years. Come along and join the fun.
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