Christmas is often called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many older people, it can be the loneliest. Age UK research shows that 1.5 million older people in the UK are expected to eat Christmas dinner alone, and 670,000 won’t see or speak to anyone at all on Christmas Day.
Age UK Lambeth is running a series of free Winter Wellbeing events and home energy services to help older residents stay healthy, warm and connected this winter. The programme includes expert Q&As, flu vaccinations, and practical energy-saving support.
Residents are invited to Vidas in Brixton for a chance to ask local doctors and public health experts their winter health questions, enjoy refreshments, and receive a free flu vaccination.