FULA (Futuro Latino Americano)
Social group for people over 50 years of age with a Latin American background, Spanish or Portuguese speaking
(Latin American Elders Group provided by Age UK Lewisham and Southwark) – Ageing Well Southwark Partner Service
Organise events e.g. Christmas parties and fundraising events,Organise events e.g. Christmas parties and fundraising events
Free English classes, yoga, benefits support, healthy living and smartphone use workshops
The Lambeth Elderly Association from Vietnam – Not Southwark but support is offered for people from surrounding areas
Cultural activities such as celebrations of Chinese and Vietnamese New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival, Overseas trips,Advice and information on welfare benefits, Translation and interpreting services, Befriending and home visits, Befriending and home visitsComplementary therapies, including reflexology, shiatsu and acupuncture, Help on advice and benefits is restricted to Lambeth clients onlyHelp on advice and benefits is restricted to Lambeth clients only
Time and Talents Befriending – Ageing Well Southwark Partner Service
Volunteer befriending for anyone feeling lonely or isolated.
Time and Talents Online activities and groups- Ageing Well Southwark Partner Service
Free online activities such as Mindfulness.
Time and Talents Activity packs for older people- Ageing Well Southwark Partner Service
Activity packs for older people to do in the comfort of their own homes
Southwark Pensioners Centre – Ageing Well Southwark Partner Service
Information, advice and guidance for Southwark residents aged over 50 on: Benefits, debt, housing, consumer issues, transport and energy costs
Southwark Wellbeing Hub
Carers’ Group, Discuss issues affecting carers today, For people caring for a friend/loved one with a mental health condition, Emotional and practical support, Opportunity to discuss Carer Assessments, whether you want one, and how it could help
Africa Advocacy Foundation- Not in Southwark but will support people in surrounding areas
Works with communities in the UK and overseas affected by a range of issues including sexual and reproduction health, violence against women and girls, female genital mutilation and mental health issues. Over 60s Active4Life Project: weekly coffee morning enabling older people to socialise, healthy eating sessions and access to food bank, group walks and exercise activities, enjoy small garden, opportunities to engage in volunteering, develop computer skills and join community befriending schemes
East Dulwich Community Centre
Pioneers’ over 50’s Afro-Caribbean club meets once per month and various community faith groups on Sundays