As we grow older, the impact on our lives is felt not only by us but also by our family, by our neighbours, our local community and beyond. Age Concern Ayr recognises this and aims to offer as much support as possible to you where we can when you contact us. We also recognise our limitations and that our partners and other peer group organisations can offer specific expertise to assist you. Where we cannot deal with your enquiry fully ourselves, we may signpost you and invite you to get in touch with these support agencies. Below is a list of some of the ones we work in collaboration with, along with their contact details. *Please note, Clicking their logo image will take you away from our website to theirs.
Age Scotland
Help with all things relating to advancing years. Their Helpline Tel number is: 0800 44 12 222
South Ayrshire Lifeline
Lifeline Services in South Ayrshire to assist you with telephone befriending | Free hearing aid battery | Signposting to appropriate support and much more Tel: 0800 432 0510
S.I.S.G.
Sensory Impaired Support Group (S.I.S.G.) is a Scottish Recognised Charity in Scotland that works and delivers services across Ayrshire. Providing support and information to thousands of deaf, hard of hearing and visually impaired people. Tel: 01292 266791
Jones Whyte Solicitors
Help with making your will and power of attorney. If you choose Jones Whyte Solicitors, Age Concern Ayr will receive a percentage donation. Tel: 0141 736 0034
Turn2Us
A charity with a helpful Benefit Checker to give you an estimation of what benefits you may be entitled to: Website: https://www.turn2us.org.uk/
Solicitors For Older People Scotland
A group of Scottish Law firms dedicated to providing legal services to older people in a caring and sensitive way. Tel: 0800 152 2037
Citrus Energy
Citrus Energy is a social enterprise based in Ardrossan that exists to help domestic and commercial energy consumers make genuine savings on gas and 07973 847981 electricity costs through truly impartial advice and recommendations. Tel: 07973 847981
Home Energy Scotland
A network of local advice centres covering all of Scotland with expert advisors offering free, impartial advice on energy saving, keeping warm at home, renewable energy, greener travel, cutting water waste and more. Funded by the Scottish Government Tel: 0808 808 2282