Volunteers, trustees and friends of The Link came together at Wokingham Town Hall in July to celebrate our National Charity of the Year award.

A six-week study with the University of Reading found that Chair Yoga improved mobility for older adults - and eased pain, stiffness and fatigue too. Here's what the research team found, and why it matters for staying independent.

After a career spent around people, John found himself facing new uncertainty following an Alzheimer's diagnosis. Link Thursdays gave him something to look forward to - new friendships, a role to play, and a place where he feels safe every week.

On Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April 2027 and The Link Visiting Scheme has SIX charity places up for grabs. Register your interest now!

Around 150 guests filled Loddon Hall for this year's Summer Party — an afternoon of live music, a delicious food and old friends. It also saw the launch of our new Young Volunteers Club.

For Gordon, Link is not just about filling time. It's about friendship, connection and continuing to live a life that feels meaningful, even when circumstances change.

As temperatures soar to record highs, this heatwave can be more than just uncomfortable for older people, it can be dangerous. Here's what we recommend.

We were delighted to welcome almost 60 guests to another brilliant fundraising event for our activity programme. A huge thank you to the talented 8tt4 band.

We're delighted to be marking Loneliness Awareness Week 2026 with a brand new awareness campaign launching in the heart of Woodley Town Centre.

As the number of older people ageing without family support quietly grows, The Link Visiting Scheme has launched a new project to make sure no one faces life's bigger moments alone.

What happens when a community shows up for older people with kindness, consistency… and, more importantly, delicious cake?!

Wilhelmine marked her centenary over lunch at Cotê in Wokingham, joined by her Link friends Malcolm and Kathy Bruce.

A donation of just £3.15 (the cost of a coffee) funds three birthday cards for older people who are ageing alone. Could you support our campaign?

Across the UK, traditional landline phones are being switched from the old analogue system to Digital Voice.

This Dementia Action Week (18–24 May 2026), we're joining Alzheimer's Society in raising awareness of dementia

Step up for The Link Visiting Scheme, and save 50% on your registration this May

We are thrilled to share that Pam and Chris have done it – walking a full 26.2 miles along the Thames Path!

We are so excited to announce a brand new activity at Link Thursdays: Fit for Life, a weekly movement class that's already proving to be a firm favourite!

Get ready for a brilliant night of live music, fun and community spirit at An Evening with 8tt4 – all in support of The Link Visiting Scheme.