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Filled – Trustee Vacancies

Filled – Trustee Vacancies

Are you passionate about improving the lives of older people and helping our community? You will be part of a team of Trustees, who meet a minimum of six times a year, to shape the strategic direction of the Trust and make decisions on grant allocation.

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Why not join a local club?

Do you know an older person who is feeling lonely, or who could benefit from getting out regularly? There are lots of friendly clubs across the District eager to welcome new members. Each one is...

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New Grants Officer

We would like to introduce Sarah Simkin, our new Grants Officer, who started work with the Trust this week. Sarah has a wealth of experience working with older and vulnerable people. She is...

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Job Vacancy – Grants Officer

Job Vacancy – Grants Officer

We are looking for a Grants Officer to join our small, friendly grants team. You’ll be running the day-to-day case management of a busy grants-giving process. The Trust gives grants of @£200,000 a year and approves around 90% of completed applications. If you are someone with a passion for helping older people and getting things done, please read the full job description https://hils-uk.org/work-with-us/vacancies/

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Meet the Trust at local events – 2025

Meet the Trust at local events – 2025

The Trust will be at the following community events. Come along and find out how we can help you or your relative. Clients need to be aged 60+, living in  St Albans district, on a low income with...

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Feature in The St Albans Times

We were delighted that St Albans Times featured the work of the Trust and the publication of the Sliver Pages in edition 104 on 23 January 2025. NEW SILVER PAGES BOOK PRODUCED FOR LOCAL OLDER...

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Lifechanging Pension Credit

1500 local people of pension age are still missing out on a benefit called Pension Credit, which helps top up low incomes. Here's an update on one client who recently started claiming Pension...

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Senior Couple

If you are 60+, resident in the St Albans District and not easily able to afford items or services please contact us.

07541 659442

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