Age Scotland works tirelessly to make older people feel less alone.
Across Scotland, there is a chronically lonely person on every street. That means over 100,000 people over 65 who feel lonely most or all of the time.
One of those people is Alex, a retired engineer with an international career. When Alex returned to his home in Motherwell in 2007, he felt increasingly isolated with no local connections.
I’ve lived on my own since I came back to Scotland. I don’t have any family or friends around now. The reality is that so many people fall away from your life as you get older. And before you know it, you’re on your own.
Alex is suffering from ill health now and doesn’t get out and about as much as he used to. Then two years ago, Alex was at the doctor’s surgery where someone recommended he give Age Scotland a call, and he now receives a weekly call from our friendship services
Apart from his friendship calls from Age Scotland, Alex says he wouldn't speak to anyone most weeks.
The weekly friendship call I get on a Friday sets me up for the whole weekend and leaves me feeling on top of the world.
▶️ Hear Alex's Story In Full
If you are able, please consider making a donation so Age Scotland can continue to provide friendship and advice for years to come. You can make an online donation* above, or, if you prefer, you can do this over the telephone. Please call us on 03330 15 14 60, and we can assist you with your donation or setting up a regular gift. Our lines are open from 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.
Thank you.
*A small fee applies to online transactions. Age Scotland provides a range of services, and your gift will go where the need is greatest.