Age UK
Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They believe in a world where everyone can love later life and we work every day to achieve this.
Phone
0800 055 6112
Website
Age UKAbilityNet
Free digital skills training for older people and disabled adults
•Need help with your emails?
•Want to book a GP appointment online, or do your shopping online?
•Need to know how to avoid digital scams?
Phone
03001800028
Website ( To Book )
abilitynet.org.uk/BTDigitalSkillsRE-Engage
At Re-engage, we are dedicated to empowering older adults through social connection. We’re passionate about creating opportunities, through Tea Parties, and telephone befriending, through our Call Companion Services, to help older adults (75+) and volunteers (18+) stay connected with their communities. We offer both free services as well as exciting volunteering opportunities, so please do reach out if you’re interested in getting involved or hearing more. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
HOW ARE SERVICES DELIVERED? Adults who are 75+ or volunteers who are 18+ Both over the phone/remotely and in-person
Phone
0800 716543
Email
knowledge@reengage.org.ukFree Mental Health Plan: Every Mind Matters
Citizens Advice Bureau Colchester
Phone
0808 278 7853
Website
www.colchestercitizensadvice.org.uk/
Email
advice@colchestercab.org.ukFree prescriptions delivery
Welpharm Colchester
Address: 4 Pheonix Court Hawkins Road Colchester Essex CO2 8JY
Phone
01206 863973
Website
www.welpharm.co.uk/
Email
contact@welpharm.co.ukHospital Transport
HT Group Uk:
Phone
01245 951 205
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (9am-5pm Monday-Friday)
Email
PET@HTG-UK.comWheelchair Taxis Minicab Services Colchester 5 and 5 Fours
Phone
01206544444
Website
Wheelchair Access – Minicab Services Colchester
www.minicabservices.com/wheelchair-accessSt Helena’s Care Choices Service
Our Care Choices volunteers have time to listen and understand what’s important for you. There may come a time when you are unwell and cannot tell the people around you what you do and do not want to happen. By making plans now, you can document your preferences for treatment and care so your wishes are known by the right people involved in your care.
Phone
01206 845 566
Email
safeharbour@sthelena.org.ukA Practical Guide to Ageing Well in Colchester
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Easy-Read-A-practical-guide-to-help-you-age-well-in-Colchester-and-Tendring-12.1.24.pdfDementia UK
Dementia UK offers specialist one to one support and expert advice for people living with dementia.
Phone
0800 888 6678
Website
Dementia UK
Email
helpline@dementiauk.orgAlzheimer’s Society
Living with dementia can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. From a listening ear on the phone, to a visit in person. From practical tips and advice, to opportunities to connect with others.
Phone
0333 150 3456
Website
Alzheimer’s SocietyThe Silver Line
Free phone support for older people, 24 hours a day.
Phone
0800 470 80 90
Website
The Silver Line Helpline
Elderly care
Page published: 9 May 2023
Last updated: 11 September 2026