At Bonny Downs, we run a wide programme of regular activities, services and special events to help our older neighbours thrive in their later years.
Please check our timetable to see what activities are currently running, call our office on 0208 586 7070 or email us at over65s@bonnydowns.org.
This project is possible thanks to funding from the National Lottery Fund Reaching Communities, The Mercers Company, Utley Foundation and East End Community Foundation.
Chatty Tuesday
Our popular social programme usually includes regular coffee mornings and activities such as quiz, bingo, arts & crafts sessions.
Over-65s Exercise
We offer exercise tailored for the needs of our older community, such as Bowls, Chair-based Exercise and gentle Music & Movement.
Dementia-friendly Choir
Research shows that music and singing can help people living with dementia, so we have a joyful weekly choir. It is free for anyone living with dementia and their carers to attend.
Special Events and Trips
We also arrange special events for older people throughout the year, such as daytrips and short breaks. Previous activities include boat rides, visits to garden centres, seaside day trips and short breaks to the South Coast. Our annual December event with full Christmas dinner, entertainment and dancing is another real highlight of the year!
Advocacy for over-65s
We used to run advocacy services for older people, but due to funding we have now closed that service. If you need advocacy please contact Age UK East London.
Watch a video
Below is video of our Over-65s project, produced by Community Albums. See more of our videos on our YouTube channel.
Meet some of the people whose lives were transformed by our work:
- Meet Doreen
Doreen was used to doing everything with her husband, until he passed away 6 years ago. The grief got easier … Continue reading Meet Doreen - Meet Sandra
Sandra is a single mother who was struggling with a huge debt whilst trying to navigate a system she didn’t … Continue reading Meet Sandra - Meet Miss CMiss C was constantly feeling overwhelmed with the letters that kept coming from Newham Council and other creditors, about debts … Continue reading Meet Miss C
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