What we do

Forum 50+ is a small charity supporting people over 50 in the Telford & Wrekin area, helping them to maintain wellbeing and independence through one to one support and group activities. Our services and activities are fully inclusive.

Our Aims:

Support independence and wellbeing by helping to build confidence in accepting help, resilience and motivation to cope with circumstances.

Tackle loneliness, and isolation, helping people to build new connections and social confidence through one to one support or participation in regular activities.

Provide information to local people about services, support, advice, activities, volunteering, current issues and consultation opportunities.

Promote the needs and concerns of older people so that they may be heard and accounted for in the planning of local services.

Provide opportunities for people to learn and gain confidence in the use of technology.

Offer opportunities for volunteering.

What we offer:

Befriending services including our Telephone Chat Scheme and face to face befriending.

Regular social groups.

Weekly exercise classes.

Computer support and tuition.

A range of volunteering roles and opportunities to get involved.

Regular newsletters.

Helping you to have a say.

Campaigning through our action groups.

Our Governance and Accountability