Lockswood Care and Wellbeing Centre in Locks Heath Receives Volunteer Help in Revamping Its 20+ Year Old Building for Local Charity

Age Concern Hampshire, a charity dedicated to supporting the older community in Hampshire, has recently received a much-needed boost from corporate volunteers. On Sunday 18 May 2025, a team of employees from Simplyhealth generously volunteered their time to redecorate one of the offices at the Lockswood Care and Wellbeing Centre in Locks Heath.

The Lockswood Care and Wellbeing Centre provides essential services for older individuals, including those living with dementia, to promote social inclusion, wellbeing, and independence. It also offers a lifeline for unpaid carers by providing safe and secure respite for their loved ones.

The office in question had not been updated in over 20 years and was in dire need of some TLC. Thanks to the efforts of the Simplyhealth team, the space has been transformed into a welcoming and uplifting environment for staff and visitors at the centre.

Brogan Rehill, Head of Fundraising & Volunteer Services at Age Concern Hampshire, expressed their gratitude for the volunteers’ time, effort, and generosity. “Corporate volunteering like this really makes a difference, and we’d love to hear from other companies who want to help create a positive impact in their community as well as offering their teams a great opportunity to make a real difference.”

Charlotte Cook, ESG Lead at Simplyhealth, shared her team’s enjoyment in volunteering and the importance of recognizing and celebrating the work of charities like Age Concern Hampshire. She stated, “This was our way of saying thank you and we can’t wait to return.”

Corporate volunteering is a valuable way for businesses to make a tangible difference in their communities. This collaboration between Age Concern Hampshire and Simplyhealth highlights the importance of giving back and building strong relationships with companies committed to making a positive impact.

Age Concern Hampshire is always looking for new corporate partners and volunteers to join their efforts. If your company is interested in volunteering and supporting older people in Hampshire, please contact Age Concern Hampshire at Supporters@ageconcernhamshire.org.uk.

Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provides a range of services to the older community in Hampshire. These include care and wellbeing centers, foot care clinics, help at home services, and more. Their mission is to help people “Age well and Live well.”

For media enquiries, please contact Sarah Jacobs, Marketing Manager at Age Concern Hampshire, at marketing@ageconcernhampshire.org.uk.

For more information about Age Concern Hampshire and their services, please visit their website or contact them at Centre Way Locks Heath, Southampton, SO31 6DX, or by phone at 01962 868545.

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