About us
Who we are
What we do across East Grinstead and the local area
Activity Centre
Our Activity Centre is based at Glen Vue Community Center it is the hub of all our operations. We have fully trained staff & volunteers who deliver our services Monday through to Friday. We offer exercise classes, entertainers, along with card and board games, bingo, as well as computer and tablet classes. Additionally, for those who wish, we provide a friendly space to chat with like-minded individuals and enjoy a cooked lunch in our Café.
Trips, Outings and Holidays
Each year we arrange many day trips, outings to places of special interest, and group holidays.
Dementia Respite for Carers
Our carers respite service was established in 2003 by Age UK East Grinstead, the County Council and the Alzheimer’s Society. It is designed to support carers or family members of those living with dementia or memory loss. This operates across the week Monday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's.
Our culture and values
A workplace where we live our values
At Age UK East Grinstead & District, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and supportive working culture where everyone feels valued.
Our Mission
To work with and for local older people across our area of benefit to make a real and positive difference to their wellbeing and quality of life.
Our Values
Integrity – We are honest, open and fair.
Professionalism - We will maintain confidentiality and consistency throughout our work.
Communication – We will listen and learn from all our stakeholders - members, staff, volunteers and partners.
Collaboration - We will work with other agencies, both local and regional, in partnership and together as a team to support each other’s work.
Quality – We will strive for excellence in the delivery of our services and activities.
Equality, diversity and inclusion policy
Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to everything we do at Age UK East Grinstead & District. We aim to celebrate the diversity of older people, and to support everyone to overcome the barriers to their full inclusion and participation in society.