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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 Hanover’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 Hanover'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 Hanover'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 Hanover Community Band

The Anchor Hanover 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 Hanover research

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

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Latest Updates

Anchor Hanover launches the height of later living with The Twynams

Anchor Hanover comment on delayed social care reform announcement

Anchor Hanover successfully issues landmark inaugural Sustainability bond

Anchor Hanover acquires new site in Rochester to support ambitious growth plans

Anchor Hanover launches Get, Set Cycle challenge

Anchor Hanover announces contractor framework to deliver ambitious growth plans

Anchor Hanover residents stay connected through technology during the pandemic

Illuminate and Anchor Hanover join forces to support staff mental wellbeing

Anchor Hanover CEO Jane Ashcroft welcomes plans for social care reform

Anchor Hanover emerges triumphant at the 2020 LaingBuisson Awards

Anchor Hanover wins award for excellence in residential care

Anchor Hanover forms pioneering partnership to tackle climate change

New research exposes UK’s reluctance to talk about dementia

Twin sisters working throughout the pandemic celebrate over 20 years of delivering care

Anchor Hanover announces new landmark £300m sustainable and unsecured refinancing

UK’s first purpose-built LGBT+ Extra Care housing facility moves forward in Manchester

Anchor Hanover signs up to Disability Confident Scheme

National Day of Reflection

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