About Us
Age Exchange is a leading charity that uses the power of arts, culture, creativity, and social connection to empower and enable people who access care and support.
Since our founding in 1983 as Europe’s first organisation dedicated to reminiscence and intergenerational arts, we’ve grown into a bold movement focused on giving a voice to society’s most marginalised groups.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to blending creative expression with care. Our nationally recognised RADIQL model places individuals at the heart of everything we do, supporting people with dementia, learning disabilities and mental health challenges to communicate, connect and thrive.
Nationwide reach
Our reach extends across the UK thanks to our unique position within social care charity Community Integrated Care. From pioneering arts residencies in care homes and hospitals to collaborations with major institutions like British Cycling, we’re dedicated to making high-quality arts accessible to all
Our Blackheath hub, welcoming 180,000 people annually, is more than just a centre — it’s a vibrant community where creativity flourishes. Here, we offer a range of programmes, from reminiscence arts for people living with dementia to intergenerational projects that bridge generations.
We’re more than just a charity; we’re a movement.
Our diverse partnerships have seen us work with veterans, NHS Trusts, museums, universities and major sporting events. These collaborations challenge perceptions, break down barriers and create lasting change.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to blending creative expression with compassionate care. Our nationally recognised RADIQL model places individuals at the heart of everything we do, empowering people with dementia, learning disabilities and mental health challenges, and those who are socially isolated, to communicate, connect and thrive.