Voice UK Community

09/06/2026

🫂 Most of us will care for someone we love at some point in our lives. Many of us will also need care ourselves.

This , we're reflecting on the work of the Internet of Caring Things (IoCT), our programme that brings together citizens, carers, innovators, researchers and businesses to explore new ways to improve care and help people live well for longer.

Over the years, IoCT has worked with hundreds of organisations to better understand people's needs and develop products, services and ideas that can make a real difference to everyday lives.

❤️ From supporting family carers and creating more caring communities, to exploring how technology can help us stay connected, independent and well, the programme has shown that there is no single solution to care.

But by listening to people's experiences, understanding their needs and working together across sectors, we can find better ways to support one another.

👇 We're sharing a story about how members of the Voice community are helping shape the future of care through the IoCT programme.

https://bit.ly/4gaiECV

If you'd like your experiences and ideas to help shape the future of care, why not join the Voice community?

05/06/2026

🌍 Can we have healthy longevity on an unhealthy planet?

It's a simple question, but perhaps one of the most important of our time.

Our health is shaped not only by healthcare, but by the environments we live in, the communities around us and the planet we all share.

That's why climate change isn't just an environmental issue. It's a healthy longevity issue too. Our latest This Curious Life article explores why the future of longevity and the future of our planet are deeply connected.

👇 Read more:

https://bit.ly/3SnGpNZ

💬 What changes would help your community become healthier for both people and the planet?

05/06/2026

💬 "I like feeling that I'm contributing to something. It's a way of giving something back."

It's in the UK, and we're celebrating the incredible people who make Voice® possible.

💡 Our members generously share their time, experiences and ideas to help shape the future of how we live, work, connect and age.

But volunteering isn't just about giving. Many of our members tell us they gain something too: new ideas, new perspectives, a sense of purpose, and the chance to be part of something bigger.

Perhaps that's the best kind of volunteering. Good for others, and good for you too.

If you're curious about the future and would like to help shape longer, better lives for all of us, we'd love to hear your voice.

❤️ Join the Voice community today and become part of the conversation shaping the future of ageing.

👇 Read Jennifer's Voice journey here:

https://bit.ly/3PWQReK

02/06/2026

💗 Could your experience help improve emotional support for women living with breast cancer?

Researchers at the University of Leeds are looking for women to take part in a study exploring the emotional support needs of people living with breast cancer. The research aims to better understand women's experiences and help improve emotional support available across the UK.

Who can take part?

👭 Women aged 18+
🇬🇧 Living in the UK
🩻 Diagnosed with breast cancer more than one year ago

What's involved?

🗣️ Participants will take part in a one-to-one interview (online via Microsoft Teams or in person at the University of Leeds), lasting around one hour.

The session will include:

🖍️ Creating a simple drawing to represent your emotional needs during your cancer journey
📝Writing a short explanation of its meaning
💬 Discussing your experiences and ideas for improving emotional support

🎁 As a thank you, all participants will be entered into a prize draw for the chance to win a £50 voucher of their choice.

👇 Interested in taking part or finding out more?

https://bit.ly/4vkp7Q4

29/05/2026

🏘️ Today is , and it made us reflect on something simple but important: how well do we really know the people living around us anymore?

Through our Global Conversation on Friendship, we’ve been exploring what helps people feel connected across longer lives, and time and again, community keeps coming up.

In this beautiful This Curious Life story, Hal Burlingame reflects on what home really means:

💬 “It’s not just about where I presently live, but the memories, relationships, and experiences…”

👇 Read Hal’s story here:

https://bit.ly/4xf2EpF

💭 We’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you know your neighbours? And what helps a place truly feel like home?

28/05/2026

📖 How can we help people living with dementia continue reading for enjoyment?

Join us for a free event exploring dementia-friendly reading, hosted by Equal Arts and Newcastle Libraries, in partnership with the National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA).

Through talks, workshops, and shared experiences, we’ll bring together people from libraries, culture, health, and community organisations to explore ideas, learn from others, and connect with specialists from across the UK.

📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle
📅 Tuesday 7 July 2026
⏰ 10 am – 4.30 pm
🍽️ Lunch and refreshments provided

🎟️ For more information and to book your free place:

https://bit.ly/3PGbfRa

Be a part of the first Reading with Dementia symposium, exploring how to support people to continue reading for enjoyment.

27/05/2026

🤖 AI is becoming a bigger part of healthcare, ageing and everyday life. But as technology grows, it is more important than ever that real people are still part of the conversation.

At Voice, we believe lived experience matters. Getting older is not just about data or statistics, it is about people’s lives, relationships, challenges, hopes and experiences.

That is why Voice brings together people of all ages and backgrounds to share honest opinions and help shape the future of ageing and longer lives.

❤️ Join Voice and help make sure real people are heard.

👇 Read the full Director’s Cut by Professor Lynne Corner to explore why human insight must stay at the heart of healthy ageing and longevity conversations.

https://bit.ly/4tWWLu8

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗜-𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻.

26/05/2026

🫁 Could you help people be more independent by testing a new device?

The UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing at Newcastle University are looking for volunteers aged 60+ to take part in a friendly usability study this June, and you don't need any medical background to get involved.

You'll take part in a single 4-hour testing session involving simple activities and sharing your honest feedback.

📍 Catalyst, Newcastle (near St James' Park)
📅 22nd – 25th June 2026
⏰ One 4-hour session on one of the dates
✅ No experience required
🎁 £100 Love2Shop voucher as a thank-you for your time

Interested, or know someone who might be?

Follow the link below to find out more and apply, and feel free to share this with friends or family who might want to get involved!👇

https://bit.ly/4uz4T5m

22/05/2026

💙 When Katherine’s mum, Jo, was living with dementia, even a simple trip to the shops could feel overwhelming. So Katherine decided to do something about it.

Her idea? Slow Shopping, a movement helping to make public spaces more inclusive, welcoming, and dementia-friendly. 🛒

This , we’re sharing Katherine’s story from our magazine, This Curious Life magazine.

Through our Internet of Caring Things (IoCT) programme and by working with our Voice members at Grainger Market, Katherine explored how small, thoughtful changes can make a world of difference.

Things like quieter spaces, clearer signage, somewhere to sit, and a gentler pace can help people feel more comfortable, confident and included when out and about.

It’s a powerful reminder that kindness, patience and thoughtful design can go a long way.

👇Read the full story here and let us know what you think:

https://bit.ly/4nxzixY

What small changes make public spaces feel more welcoming and accessible to you or someone you love?

21/05/2026

🫶 What does meaningful support for people living with dementia look like in a world where more of us are living longer lives?

This thought-provoking article from This Curious Life explores an early dementia insurance model developed in Singapore, and the wider questions it raises around care, financial security, planning ahead and living well with dementia.

It’s a reminder that dementia shapes not only health, but everyday life, relationships, families and future planning too.

💙 During , we’re reflecting on how we can create a future where people feel supported, informed and able to navigate later life with dignity.

What are your thoughts?

👇 Read the full article:

https://bit.ly/4dk84Yp