The Know-How

Dr Delia Pop, co founder of The Good Company People, reflects on the thinking behind Good Company, why dignity, connection and prevention matter as we age, and how the organisation is building a model that supports people to stay connected, confident and involved in their communities.

Looking for a meaningful role this year? Good Company is recruiting for new community and fundraising roles and welcoming volunteers who care about connection, kindness and community. Applications close 12 January.

For every £1 we spend at Good Company, 94p goes straight into practical support for older adults, carers and people living with dementia. In a tough funding climate, we are deeply grateful to the funders, donors and members who made this year possible.

Thank you to the Headley Trust for supporting our programme for the next three years. Their focus on strengthening communities and widening opportunities for older people is closely aligned with everything we do at Good Company.

We’re starting a new Monday Company Club in Ticehurst for older adults and carers who enjoy good conversation, tea, and trying new things together. From flower arranging to music and laughter, our clubs are about feeling part of something. We’re looking for local volunteers to help host, drive, or share a skill. You don’t need experience - just kindness, curiosity, and a few hours to give each month.

Our Lunch and Learn sessions give staff the chance to pause, share stories and pick up simple, practical advice about ageing, dementia and caring. Lucy leads each session with lived experience and real voices from our community, which makes them honest, human and full of insight. Recent sessions at Aspen, Wedlake Bell and Buzzacott showed how powerful these conversations can be. Could your workplace be next?