London Advantages of Age is a pro-ageing social enterprise with the aim of improving the wellbeing of over 50s. This Autumn, we have two free programmes for Londoners aged 50+ to help build confidence, resilience, and consider their options in these challenging times.

Build your confidence and get active with free Let’s Walk and Talk app.

Want to build your confidence after this tough year?

Looking to get some fresh air every day and keep your mind and body healthy?

Let’s Walk and Talk is a free seven week programme for Londoners aged 50+, designed to make you stronger mentally and physically.

Through an app containing expert advice, you’ll be supported to get walking every day, boost your confidence and resilience, and feel happy and well.

Run by Advantages of Age, you can meet fellow walkers online every week or to join with friends and do the programme together. Funded by Transport for London, the programme starts on Monday 14th September and you can sign up at letswalkandtalk.co.uk 

Free course for over 50s to explore starting your own business

Are you over 50 and currently unemployed, recently been made redundant or looking to branch out on your own?

Startup School for Seniors is a free eight week eLearning course for unemployed Londoners aged 50+, who are looking to start their own business.

This course is for you if:
• You have a passion or idea you’d like to turn into a business
• You want to gain the skills necessary to get a new business off the ground
• You would benefit from the support of others

Run by Advantages of Age, the course is being delivered online by entrepreneur Suzanne Noble and business coach Mark Elliott who create a fun, interactive, learning experience and support you to progress week by week. Funded by London Community Response, the course is free for unemployed Londoners. A discounted price is available for those who are unemployed and living outside London.

The course will start on Monday 5th October. Register for a place by 1 October here.