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The latest news, stories and reflections from Re-engage. Our past newsletters are also available to read.
Keeping yourself and others safe in a heatwave
It may seem appealing to be outside in the sunshine, but, with this week's record heatwave, it’s important to know how to cope with the stifling heat and understand the risk factors, so you are prepared for when it returns.
Stay cool, stay safe and stay in touch with those who are more vulnerable.
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A tribute to Joan Olgun
Volunteer tea party driver, Joan Olgun, left a very special legacy to Re-engage when she died last year.
Her tea party group coordinator, Julia, pays tribute to this remarkable lady who made a lasting impression on those who knew her.
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Donate to Re-engage for free by just doing your everyday shopping online
Raise money for Re-engage by just shopping online with thousands of top brands.
There's no extra cost to you and it's quick and easy to set up.
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Meet Betty and Manuela
Betty was quite worried that she wouldn't know what she would have to talk about to her much younger call companion, but she and Manuela have plenty to chat and laugh about in their weekly conversations. We caught up with them to find out what they talk about and the difference these weekly calls make to their lives.
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Making volunteering with Re-engage a family affair
Volunteer tea party group coordinator, Bev Owen, is aiming to encourage a third generation of her family to become a Re-engage volunteer in the future.
The latest 'recruit' is her granddaughter, who loves her tea party hostess trolley.
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Could you be a volunteer tea party group coordinator?
Attending monthly tea parties helps thousands of older people feel less isolated and lonely because of the friendships that develop between our older guests and volunteers.
We are looking for new volunteer tea party group coordinators in locations across England, Scotland and Wales.
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