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Campaigns and research

Raising awareness of issues of importance to older people

We run a wide range of campaigns and frequently undertake research to help raise awareness of issues that impact the lives of older people.

Find out more about Anchor’s campaigns and research papers as well as what we have achieved through them, below.

Get Set, Cycle

Now with the country gradually reopening and with various restrictions lifted, we want to make sure these good habits remain. To celebrate both this and the remarkable power of cycling...
Summer of Sport 2020

Between 20 July and 26 July we launched our own alternative summer games across our care homes – Summer of Sport 2020 - and we invited you to enjoy them with us. Find out more.
10 Today

10 Today aims to increase physical activity amongst older people across the country, helping to reduce social isolation and improve the physical and mental wellbeing of participants.
Standing Up 4 Sitting Down

We are Standing Up 4 Sitting Down and calling on shops to help older people access the high street by providing adequate seating in public spaces. Find out more.
Programme for Change

Anchor's Programme for Change aims to transform the lives of older people.
Tour de Terry

To mark the Queen's 90th birthday Terry Keen, a 69-year-old tenant at Anchor's Willow Glade retirement housing scheme in Surrey, embarked on a 1,500-mile cycle ride. Find out more.
Grey Matters

Grey Matters is our initiative to get the nation talking about retirement living and care in an open, clear and supportive way. Find out more.
Life Histories

Everyone has a story to tell. Taking the time to listen to and learn from the memories and experiences of older generations can be hugely rewarding – for younger and older people alike. Find out more.
The Anchor Community Band

The Anchor Community Band came together to produce a charity single that celebrates the positive aspects of ageing and challenges stereotypes in a fun and inclusive way. Find out more.
A Minister for Older People

Our Grey Pride campaign urges government to prepare better for the massive demographic changes taking place and calls for a dedicated Minister for Older People. Find out more.

Anchor research

Anchor produces research papers on a range of topics that impact the lives of older people.

Find out more

Latest Updates

New research explores shift in public attitudes to social care, as Anchor encourages the nation to consider a career in care

Anchor Celebrates Win at Insider’s Yorkshire Property Industry Awards 2021

Name-change for England’s largest provider of housing and care to older people

Anchor Hanover awarded ‘Silver Status’ by Inclusive Employers

Care Assistant has special wedding celebration at The Manor House care home

Local Retirement Community Celebrates Summer with Garden Party

Local care home recognised in carehome.co.uk top 20 awards 2021

LaingBuisson Awards: Anchor Hanover shortlisted for the third year running

Anchor Hanover's response to the announcement on social care reform

Local resident curates new exhibition of community’s pandemic experiences

Brewster Bye designed scheme to form part of Woodford Garden Village

Local resident celebrates 100th birthday

Local school connects with Hurst Park Court care home

Maple Tree Court hosts 100th Birthday

Anchor Hanover launch new later-living homes at The Chapters in Shinfield

Anchor Hanover sets brand new Get Set, Cycle target

MP visits Prior Bank care home as residents take part in summer cycling challenge, Get Set, Cycle

Anchor Hanover launches the height of later living with The Twynams

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