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23/07/2026

Important message for anyone who has received an electric blanket through the Solihull Winter Warmth programme.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE:

Dunelm have identified a product defect with some batches of their Dunelm Cosy & Warm Electric Blankets. We may have distributed some affected products via our Winter Warmth project, so if you have received one from us from 2022 onwards, please stop using the product immediately and follow the instructions on the link below.

If you know anyone who has received an electric blanket from us, please share this with them.

Find out whether your blanket is from an affected batch and claim a free replacement cable if needed at: https://www.dunelm.com/info/help/product-safety-recalls

22/07/2026

Do you have previous experience as a Personal Assistant?

We’ve looking for a PA to provide support for an active young lady with special needs to help with day-to-day organisation, planning and going out.

This is a part-time role for either 4 hours per week or 8 hours fortnightly on Friday evenings, Saturday, Sunday in term times plus some weekdays in college holidays.
The rate of pay is £13.47 per hour

A valid driving licence is required

(ref MJ47235)

Find out more and apply at ageuk.org.uk/solihull/pa-vacancies

22/07/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that Age UK Solihull has secured places in the London Marathon 2027!

For one year only, the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon will take place across TWO days, and we have a limited number of charity places available for Saturday 24 April 2027.

This is your chance to be part of one of the world's most iconic races while raising vital funds to support older people across Solihull.

Whether you missed out on the ballot or simply want to help a local charity with your run, we would love to hear from you.

Click below for full details and an application form for one of our limited charity places:

ageuk.org.uk/solihull/london-marathon

17/07/2026

Join Team Age UK Solihull for the 2027 Double TCS .

Local charity Age UK Solihull is inviting runners from and beyond to apply for one of their places in the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon.

The charity has secured a small number of places for Saturday 24 April 2027, in this one-off London Marathon event which is taking place across a whole weekend for next year only.

Fundraising Manager, Rebecca Jacob, says, “This is the first time Age UK Solihull has been successful in securing charity places in the London Marathon, and we are so excited to invite our supporters to come on this journey with us.

“Whether you missed out on a ballot place, or are looking for a local charity to support, we would love to hear from anyone who is interested. We’d also be incredibly grateful to any runners who have secured their own place in the marathon and wish to raise funds for Age UK Solihull.

“Every pound raised helps Age UK Solihull provide vital services for older people in the Solihull borough, from friendship to digital training to financial support and advice. Thank you to everyone who is thinking about supporting us.”

Places are extremely limited, so anyone who is interested should apply by Monday 27 July, and the charity will be in touch to discuss the application. Full details and an application form can be found at ➡️ ageuk.org.uk/Solihull/London-marathon

If you are interested in supporting Age UK Solihull with a running event that is more local, a shorter distance, or has a smaller fundraising target, you can see a full list of running events at ➡️ ageuk.org.uk/solihull/running-events

17/07/2026

Last year, our Digital Champion volunteers provided 192 sessions of digital tuition to older Solihull residents in the community and in their homes.

If you or an older person in Solihull you know could benefit from digital skills training, click below to find out more:

www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/digital-champions

16/07/2026

We’re looking for a personal assistant to provide basic domestic duties, food prep and support with the school run.

This is a part-time role for 5 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Rate of pay £12.71 per hour

(ref JB59467)

Find out more and apply
www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/pa-vacancies/

13/07/2026

Do you have experience of providing support and personal care for children or young people with autism and epilepsy?

We’re looking for a personal assistant for a young boy with autism, epilepsy and additional needs to help with his morning routine to get ready for school.

This is a Monday to Friday role for 6 hours a week – there maybe some weekend work required.

A full driving license and having a car are essential.

Rate of pay £12.71 per hour

(ref YI28655)

Find out more and apply at:
ageuk.org.uk/solihull/pa-vacancies

25/06/2026

Our drop-in times are changing.

From Monday, the Hubs' drop-in hours will be:

- Central Solihull, The Core - 10am-12pm Monday - Friday
- North Solihull, Chelmsley Wood Library - 10am-12pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (closed Wednesdays)

You can still access support via email and telephone, as well as attend the Hubs for appointments, between 10am-4pm on the above days.

Contact us on 0121 709 7590 or [email protected] for support or to book an appointment, or click below for more information:

www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/community-advice-hubs

10/06/2026

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is one week away!

Older people deserve to feel safe, respected and valued, and you can help make a difference.

Support Age UK Solihull’s WEAAD campaign by making a donation and:

- Wearing or doing something purple
- Doing one kind thing for an older person
- Organising a purple-themed fundraiser

Your support will help raise vital funds and awareness to support older people in Solihull who may be vulnerable, isolated or at risk.

Donate or find out more: www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/weaad

08/06/2026