Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove is a local independent charity and a company limited by guarantee. We are driven by the needs and aspirations of people in later life. We are part of a federation of organisations nationwide who work with older people in the UK and we are a Brand Partner with Age UK. We are managed by a Board of Trustees chaired by John Dixon, supported by nominated members from local councils and Age UK England. The board can be contacted via our head office in Littlehampton. Our Vision A world in which older people flourish Our Mission To improve the lives of older people in West Sussex Our values 1. Passionate and determined about making lives better for vulnerable older people. To be and be seen as experts on all areas affecting people in later life. 2. Holistic and person centred. Taking a whole organisation approach. 3. Professional and efficient, in the way we support staff, volunteers and work with all our stakeholders. 4. Creative and collaborative (being nimble and innovative). 5. Attentive to the views of our beneficiaries (know what our customers want). Principal Objectives To provide support and services to West Sussex’s people in later life and those who care for them. To reduce isolation, loneliness, poverty and health inequalities, being open about our focus on the most vulnerable. To promote positive independence by supporting active and healthy lifestyles. To inform local older people and those who care for them of their rights, choices and opportunities. To create commercial activity to fund charitable work.