In the 200 and more years since 1769 the Society has concerned itself with the care of the elderly in Bristol and neighbouring areas in a number of ways. Working with the many organisations and charities who care for the elderly in the Greater Bristol Region we identify people who are isolated and lonely or need help to solve immediate financial problems. We can help them access services like credit unions, debt consultancies, loans, grants, pendants, gentle activity programmes, stairlifts and emergency equipment.
We have also recently invested in a partnership with Bristol City Council, St. Monica Trust, The Guinness Trust, NHS Bristol (Public Health) to deliver a new form of day care outreach called LinkAge. This is a multi agency and charitable initiative aimed at delivering services to the elderly in a joined up way. For more information, click here: www.anchorsociety.co.uk/linkage
The Anchor Society focuses on three main strands of activity:
Grants and Annuities
We provide one off and regular grants to a number of isolated, elderly people in the Bristol area.
Befriending and Visiting
Over the years Anchor has found befriending by volunteers to be a very rewarding opportunity both for the visitors and the beneficiaries. We have recently stepped up this programme and now have a network with a vast range of skills on offer. A number of dedicated volunteers visit annuitants in their own homes and fill a vital role of companionship, guidance and support.
Housing Projects
We are currently working on a charitable housing project for the over 55's on Kirkby Road in Lawrence Weston, Bristol.
The development of 8 chalet bungalows has recently been completed and are available to buy now. This development is next door to Blaise Weston Court. For more information, click here: www.anchorsociety.co.uk/projects/kirkby-road
