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A couple from Ipswich say the Oddfellows helped fill unexpected gaps in their retirement. Now busy members of their local Branch, Kevin and Teresa are keen to share how they're making the most out of their free time.

Busy Oddfellow, Vera, is urging older adults to make friendship a priority in their lives and to keep socialising.

If you're finding it difficult to socialise again in widowhood, consider giving an Oddfellows event a try for just three minutes.

Pride of Woolwich Branch member, Sylvia Alcorn has won a prestigious award for selflessly giving her time to support local members during lockdown.

South East Lancashire Branch member, Shirley Walton, has been presented with a prestigious award for her outstanding fundraising efforts during the challenges of lockdown.

Husband and wife, Doug and Phyllis Austin, have been awarded the Society’s inaugural Making a Difference Award for ‘Achieving Together’, in recognition of the kindness they’ve shown to fellow Leeds members over more than 30 years.

Orpington resident, Paul Fitton, has been recognised as part of our annual Making a Difference Awards for keeping his local community’s spirits lifted during the pandemic.

St Helens and Warrington Branch member, Julie Webster, has been presented with a prestigious national award in recognition of her work supporting fellow members through the Coronavirus pandemic.