Age UK Barnet

QUIZ NIGHT FUNDRAISER – Wednesday 2 April 2025 (6pm-9pm). Join us for a super quiz and delicious meal from Da Franco. All money raised goes towards the Mayor of Barnet’s chosen charities – Age UK Barnet, Royal Free Charity and Macmillan Cancer Support. The quiz takes place at the Ann Owens Centre, Oak Lane, East Finchley N2 8LT. Tickets are £20 each and you can book a team of 8 or we’ll add you to a team. Contact Teresa on 07502 989403 or teresa.gallagher@ageukbarnet.org.uk to book your place.

Another fascinating talk from the brilliant neuropsychologist Professor Catherine Loveday about the science behind New Year's resolutions We always learn so much after Catherine's talks and here are just a few science-backed takeaways.... * Whether it's doing more exercise, learning an instrument or giving up smoking, January is the worst time to set a resolution - you're much more likely to succeed in April * Getting good sleep makes it more likely you'll stick to your goals * Finding it hard to start? Visualise how you'll feel at the end - people who imagine achieving their goals are more likely to reach them. * Don't put pressure on yourself and let yourself off if you fail at first - start with just 10 minutes towards your goal Catherine's next talk is on love and memory - and will include strategies to boost our memories. Register on Eventbrite here: https://lnkd.in/eeGyXVJ2

LIVING WELL IN BARNET event - 18 March 2025 (10.30am-12.30pm) Join Age UK Barnet at the RAF Museum in Hendon for a morning of talks and activities focusing on memory and dementia prevention - including Professor Catherine Loveday who will be sharing her science backed memory strategies. Everyone who comes to our event will be entered into a FREE raffle for a chance to win an airfryer. There will be free refreshments too! To register, email fiona.cronin@ageukbarnet.org.uk or call 020 8629 0269. Alternatively, register on our eventbrite page here: https://lnkd.in/eu--5NYt The RAF Museum is on Grahame Park Way NW9 5LL and there's free parking for all attendees. The Royal Air Force Museum

Barnet residents over 55 who are struggling financially may be entitled to a Household Support Grant to get them through a difficult period. That's potentially hundreds of pounds towards utility bills, food costs and also wider essentials. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2025 so please get in touch with Age UK Barnet's Household Support team who are handing out grants on behalf of Barnet Council. You can refer yourself or make a referral on behalf of someone else - all details and referral forms are on the Age UK Barnet website here: https://lnkd.in/eMQ9kE68 Contact a member of the team by emailing support@ageukbarnet.org.uk or phoning 0208 203 5040.

Talk: the science behind New Year's resolutions? By mid-February, most of us have abandoned our resolutions—but why? Are we setting ourselves up for failure with unrealistic goals? And why do we tie big changes to the start of a new year? Join neuropsychologist Professor Catherine Loveday as she explores the science behind New Year's resolutions in her latest talk. Discover what makes habits stick and how to set goals that actually last! When: Wednesday 19 February (6.46pm - 8pm) Where: The Ann Owens Centre, Oak Lane, East Finchley N2 8LT Register: https://lnkd.in/eeqRfxQn Alternatively, email teresa.gallagher@ageukbarnet.org.uk or call her on 07502 989 403 Free and open to all. Donations welcome! #talk #psychology #goals

Any Barnet residents wanting to try something new or get back into a favourite hobby, look no further! From fun exercise classes to creative writing, knitting, bridge, art, social walks, cookery, and so much more, Age UK Barnet has got something for everyone! Check out our What’s On guide for over 55s in Barnet and find the perfect activity to keep you moving, learning, and connecting: https://lnkd.in/epEcYaps

Job opportunity! We're looking for a dementia day club support worker. You'll be part of a lovely friendly team supporting people living with mild to moderate dementia in our day centres in East Finchley and Hendon. You will help support the wide range of fun and stimulating activities and craft sessions as well as events. This will be a rewarding job which really changes the lives of our day club members. Details of the job and an application form are on our website here: https://lnkd.in/e3DRq3pK Barnet Council

A big thank you to Nicolle, Co-op Member Activator for Barnet, for dropping into our Friday Lunch Club with a delicious selection of cakes for our lunch-goers! We’re thrilled that Age UK Barnet and our new lunch club have been chosen as one of Co-op's causes this year. The funds raised will help us continue serving affordable, home-cooked meals while giving older people a friendly space to meet new people, enjoy great food, and take part in games and quizzes. Only Co-op members can support us, so if you're not yet a member, it’s easy to join for just £1! Once you’re signed up, simply log into your account and select Age UK Barnet as your chosen cause. Join here: https://lnkd.in/grN6RwN Your support makes a real difference—thank you!

Delighted that BBC News joined Age UK Barnet's Tuesday flower arranging session with Ursula Stone from The Flower Bank to speak to her about her amazing zero-waste charity. You can see Ursula on BBC News at 6.30pm this evening and read her interview here: https://lnkd.in/eb8RUaE3 Ursula runs two weekly classes for us - one on Tuesday (10.30-11.30am) at Hope Corner Community Centre, 185 Mays Lane EN5 2DY. And another class for people living with dementia on Fridays (10.30-11.30am) at the Friends Meeting House, Leicester Road, New Barnet EN5 5EL. To find out more, contact helen.nicolaou@ageukbarnet.org.uk or call 020 8129 7621.

Huge thanks to Balwantji and everyone at the Sikh temple Nanak Darbar North London for hosting our Eat Well to Live Well event. What a wonderful welcome plus a delicious lunch from the kitchen team for over 100 attendees! A great intro from Deputy Mayor of Barnet Cllr Danny Rich who spoke about the importance of learning about other traditions and bringing people together. Plus... - [ ] Practical tips to reduce your energy bills from National Energy Action (NEA) - [ ] Energising moves from our Wendy - [ ] A Brilliant talk from Dietitian Kato on how how we need to change our diets as we age - including why protein is the one thing we need more of. - [ ] Nila from Diabetes UK on the food traffic light system and why we have to think about leaving honey off our toast! - [ ] Free blood pressure checks from Healthwatch Barnet and info stalls from Barnet Council's health and wellbeing team, CB Plus, Groundwork London and more! A fabulous community event! #community #health #wellbeing