Age UK Richmond has welcomed two Liberal Democrat MPs as patrons of their charity, who promise to voice the concerns of elderly residents in the borough.

Sarah Olney, the MP for Richmond Park, said:

“During my short time as MP for Richmond Park, I have become very aware of the needs of our older residents and the challenges they are facing. Age UK Richmond is a great source for support and information in the Borough, I am delighted to be a Patron for Age UK Richmond”.

While Munira Wilson, the MP for Twickenham, added:

“The voluntary sector is carrying a large share of the burden of supporting older residents, which has been especially highlighted during the current global pandemic. Age UK Richmond makes a massive contribution”.

Age UK Richmond is a local independent charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers.

They have been working in the local community for over 50 years and have 150 staff and volunteers delivering services and activities in the Borough of Richmond.

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Rob Burton, Chief Executive of Age UK Richmond said:

“This is a challenging time for many, especially those most at risk of getting the virus including older and vulnerable people, who desperately need as much support as possible right now.

“We are altering the way we work to provide more IT support and bringing some of our help online. We encourage the community to keep reminding any older resident who might need support that there is help available through our charity”.

You can find out more about Age UK Richmond’s services and the support available by visiting www.ageukrichmond.org.uk or calling 020 8878 3073.