Getting out & staying connected
Weekly social gatherings and activities. Ask about a volunteer driver if you need help getting to a meeting or event.
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How we help · Age Care Costa del SolA little support can mean so much
Explore social meetings, volunteer transport, help with paperwork, access to translation and guidance on care and support in Spain.
Transport & appointments
Help arranging volunteer transport to hospital or doctor appointments. Please ask in advance so the team can discuss availability.
Translation & local paperwork
Access to translators and help with local authorities, social services, Spanish healthcare registration, residency applications and UK Attendance Allowance applications.
Finding care & equipment
Guidance on sourcing equipment, teleassistance applications and introductions to providers of support at home or residential care.
Health & wellbeing connections
Access to English-speaking qualified nurses and support connections for bereavement, anxiety, depression, dementia, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Contact our welfare team to discuss the help available.
A first conversation
You do not need to know exactly what to ask for. Tell us what is happening and our volunteers can help you explore a suitable next step. Support depends on individual needs and local volunteer availability.
Age Care offers volunteer support and connections to services. Specific arrangements are discussed with the team.
A few helpful answers
Your questions, answered.
Who is Age Care for?
We support the older English-speaking community on the Costa del Sol. If you are asking for yourself, a relative or a friend, contact us to discuss what support may be available.
How do I join a coffee morning?
Contact the organiser of your nearest group before your first visit. Our groups meet in Mijas Costa, Coín (also serving Alhaurín el Grande) and Fuengirola.
Can you help me get to an appointment?
Volunteer drivers may be able to help with journeys to medical appointments or social meetings. Please contact us in advance; help depends on local availability and arrangements.
How can I volunteer or donate?
Speak to us about helping with driving, coffee mornings, translation, administration or our charity shop. You can also support the shop by buying or donating suitable items. Furniture cannot be accepted.