ENGAGE
ENGAGE is a United Kingdom-based charitable organisation registered with the Charity Commission (charity number 1175761). Operating primarily in the rural area of Wealden, it focuses on providing socialisation opportunities and support for older, vulnerable individuals, including those affected by dementia, alongside their carers.

The charity runs the TN22 club, which offers structured activities aimed at reducing isolation and encouraging interaction among participants. Its services include dementia-specific programmes designed to enhance mental well-being and provide respite for carers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, ENGAGE received funding to bolster its community services, such as companionship initiatives and day activities for older and disabled individuals.

As a charitable incorporated organisation, ENGAGE collaborates with local stakeholders to address gaps in rural social care and community support. Its work emphasises inclusivity and accessibility for marginalised groups, including people of all ages living with dementia.

Organisational structure
ENGAGE operates under the charitable incorporated organisation framework, which provides it with a legal structure tailored to charitable activities. The organisation is funded through grants and community donations, enabling it to sustain its outreach programmes.

Activities and impact
Key initiatives include group activities, peer support networks, and tailored dementia care sessions. These efforts aim to foster community cohesion while addressing the challenges faced by rural populations in accessing consistent social care.

See also

• Charitable incorporated organisation
• Dementia care in the United Kingdom

References
Charity Commission entry for ENGAGE
Community support during COVID-19
Legal structure details

Note: A separate charity named Engage Britain (engagebritain.org), which merged with Demos in 2023, is unrelated to ENGAGE (1175761).

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=1175761&subId=0 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5106324/full-print [3] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/CE011739 [4] https://grantnav.threesixtygiving.org/grant/360G-SussexCF-A629522 [5] https://engagebritain.org