Age UK Hertfordshire

Who we are

Age UK Hertfordshire is an independent charitable organisation, which observes the values, principles and good practice of Age UK the federation and consequently has been granted a licence to use the well-known name, Age UK, which is respected throughout the country. Our mission is quite simply to “improve the lives of older people in Hertfordshire”, and work to ensure that older people in Hertfordshire are valued, able to live well and retain their independence throughout later life.

Our culture and values

Caring – acting sensitively, with understanding and respect for all especially older people

Effective – achieving the best outcomes for older people for the optimum use of resources to maximise our impact

Innovative –seeking more effective ways to support older people, particularly using technology to improve digital inclusion

Improving – Listening and learning from feedback and converting that learning into better services for older people

Inclusive – building a culture where inclusion, equality and diversity are at the heart of everything we do 

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Age UK Hertfordshire (AUKH) believes that equality for all is a basic human right and actively opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, harassment and victimisation. Age UK Hertfordshire is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and therefore employees and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (known as protected characteristics).