About Friends of the Elderly

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The charity Friends of the Elderly has been helping older people since 1905. Our vision is that all older people should retain their independence, dignity and peace of mind. We offer high quality residential and nursing care in 16 care homes, some with dementia units. We support older people to stay living in their own homes with a range of community services including welfare and grant giving for those in financial need, day clubs, home support, home visiting and telebefriending.

We are passionate about supporting and enhancing quality of life for older people.  Whatever their situation, each individual deserves something to look forward to, and the opportunity to live life to the full.

With the help of new friends and supporters, we continue to expand our services to face the challenges that lie ahead.  

Help us to fulfil our aim - practical caring support for each and every older person.


Friends of the Elderly supporters run in the British 10K

Vicky_runs_10k_for_Friends_of_the_ElderlyTwo Friends of the Elderly supporters took on the challange of running the British 10k London Run on Sunday 6 July to raise much need funds for the charity. The race started at 9.35am outside the legendary Hard Rock Cafe on Piccadilly and through the streets of London and past central London's world famous historic and iconic landmarks. Find out more about Friends of the Elderly and their past events.



Princess Alexandra opens two Friends of the Elderly dementia facilities

Princess_Alexandra_Opens_The_Bradbury_CentreHRH Princess Alexandra visited Woking recently to officially open the regions first dementia resource centre; Friends of the Elderly Bradbury Centre and the Smiles Café, a functioning café for residents with dementia and nursing needs at Friends of the Elderly’s Bernard Sunley. Find out more about Woking's first resource centre.