Contact us
Available only at Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre.
0300 013 2191
kentchft.ageingwellemhc@nhs.net
Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm
Who we are
We are a multidisciplinary team that includes complex care nurses, advanced clinical practitioners, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, therapy assistants and health and social care coordinators. We provide a range of holistic assessments focused on finding ways to support your health, wellbeing, mobility and independence.
What we do
The Ageing Well Clinic is a client centred service that enables people to age well. It has been designed as a ‘one stop’ clinic made up of our multidisciplinary team of clinicians and co-ordinators, providing you with a confidential one to one consultation that focuses on what matters to you, with the aim of supporting your health, mobility and independence through the ageing process.
Many of the factors that cause people to age differently can be influenced by interventions based on preventative healthcare, lifestyle choices and exercise. Being able to stay healthy in later life is a crucial issue for all of us. No matter what age we are, we are all ageing and getting older. We want to support you to look after your own health, including anyone with frailty.
What is frailty?
In medicine, frailty defines a group of older people who are at risk of adverse outcomes such as falls, disability, admission to hospital or the need for long-term care. People who are frail usually have three or more of five symptoms that often travel together. These include unintentional weight loss (10 or more pounds within the past year), muscle loss and weakness, a feeling of fatigue, slow walking speed and low levels of physical activity.
Frailty also refers to a person’s mental and physical resilience or their ability to bounce back and recover from events like illness and injury.
How do you use this service?
Your GP has referred you to the clinic, as they feel it will meet a number of your needs. You will have access to talk to a variety of healthcare specialists who will be able to assess you and provide information and one to one support in a relaxed and confidential setting
Can I self-refer?
Yes, the Ageing Well Clinic may also be for someone if they are not suffering from any active illness or symptoms currently, but:
- Feel that they have started to ‘slow down’, for example, weakness or concerns.
relating to the general ageing processes, which could be physical.
cognitive or both. - Started to experience difficulties or changes to their mobility especially
outside of the home. - Beginning to feel less confident with domestic and physical tasks.
Noticing that they have started to avoid things due to difficulty managing them? - Possibly starting to feel more isolated
- You are a carer or looking after someone and feel that you would benefit from a free health and wellbeing check and an opportunity to talk about how you could be supported further.
Registered with a West Kent General Medical Practice including; Amherst Medical Practice, Borough Green Medical Practice, Edenbridge Medical Practice, Otford Medical Practice, South Park Medical Practice, St John’s Medical Practice, Town Medical Centre and Westerham Practice.
Monday and Thursday Classes:
We are currently fully booked for 2026 but have new classes planned for 2027 starting in February. Please contact us for further details.
All classes run between 2 to 3pm in the Ageing Well Clinic, at the Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre.
This exercise class is aimed at:
- improving strength, stability, coordination and increased flexibility
- reduced risk of falls through improved muscle strength and balance
- meeting others, stay motivated and enjoy a supportive environment.
This class is for you if:
- you are 65 years and older
- registered with a GP in Sevenoaks PCN
- able to attend a clinic setting
- mobilising independently (walking sticks are permitted) and able to sit and stand from a chair independently
- able to understand and follow exercises and basic safety instructions
- able to stand for 10 seconds without support
- able to walk for at least three meters with or without support (you would be required to move from point A to point B being a circuit exercise).
This class is not for you if:
- unstable angina: Chest pain at rest or worsening pattern
- arrhythmias: New or uncontrolled heart rhythms
- severe frailty: Completely dependent on others for personal care. You may be more appropriate for the Age UK (chair exercise) at the Eden Centres and other locations
- acute febrile illness, for example a fever or temperature
What should I wear?
- Comfortable clothing - loose-fitting or stretchy clothes (for example, t-shirts, joggers, leggings).
- Supportive footwear - flat, closed-toe trainers with good grip. Avoid slippers, sandals, or heels.
- Accessories - water bottle to stay hydrated – water will be made available.
- Glasses or hearing aids if needed for instructions.
To reserve a place or for more information, please contact 0300 013 2191.
Join our free talks at the Ageing Well Clinic, Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre.
Each talk takes place from 2 to 3pm.
Cognition
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Explore how the brain adapts and changes as we age.
Learn about factors that can affect cognitive health. Discover useful ways to keep your mind active and resilient.
Falls prevention
Tuesday, 29 September
Join our Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist from the Ageing Well Clinic for an informal talk covering the simple steps to help you stay steady, safe, and confident
Physical health stressors
Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Learn about physical health triggers and how they can cause stress.
Explore coping strategies and lifestyle changes that may help you reduce and manage stress.
Mental health stressors
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Learn about mental health triggers and what positive mental wellbeing can look like.
Explore ways to improve your ability to cope with and manage stress.
Support for carers
Wednesday, 4 November 2026
Learn about some of the challenges carers face.
Find out about support available locally for people carrying out this important role.
Technology stressors
Wednesday, 18 November 2026
Explore how increasing use of digital technology can affect older people.
Learn practical ways to reduce technology-related stress and improve digital skills.
Ageing well and occupational therapy
Wednesday, 2 December 2026
Explore the Kawa model used in occupational therapy.
Consider how events throughout our lives can affect us in positive and negative ways.
Book a place
To book your place:
- 0300 013 2191
- kentchft.ageingwellemhc@nhs.net
- speak to the KCHFT receptionist at Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre.
When and where is the clinic held?
We are currently running a clinic for anyone registered with a West Kent General Medical Practice including; Amherst Medical Practice, Borough Green Medical Practice, Edenbridge Medical Practice, Otford Medical Practice, South Park Medical Practice, St John’s Medical Practice, Town Medical Centre and Westerham Practice.
The clinic is held three times a week on a Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre. On arrival, please let our KCHFT receptionist on the left-hand side know that you have arrived and they will direct you to us.
The expected duration of your clinic appointment is up to 90 minutes long. You are welcome to bring a relative or friend or ask for a chaperone.
What will happen at the clinic?
You will meet different members of our multidisciplinary team including:
- A Specialist Frailty Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner who will complete a comprehensive assessment with you to include any concerns that you may have along with a medication review and if needed, a physical examination and memory screening.
- A Therapist (Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist) who will undertake assessments to understand what activities you can do (and those you want to do), any current limitations, your goals/motivations and also to offer advice/techniques about how to do something more easily and safely. This could include further review of home environment and advice and assessment of mobility and balance by the OT or PT with an ongoing exercise plan where appropriate. They can also help you to navigate care across the health and care system, making the right connections with the right teams at the right time.
- We can also refer you to services such as a Health and Wellbeing Coach and connect you to a wide range of community groups and organisations, for social support and to improve your wellbeing.
Light refreshments will be provided.
What happens next?
We will send you an appointment letter with a link to the questionnaire at the top of the page. Please complete this as soon as you receive your appointment letter. If you would like any help with this, then please contact us. We will make a courtesy call to you before your appointment to check if there is anything we can help you with.
What happens after my appointment?
We will send you a summary report and a report to your GP, who will remain responsible for your care. If you require a referral into another service or services following the clinic, this will be arranged for you.
Approximately a month after your appointment you will receive a follow up call from a member of the team to see how you are getting on afterwards and to complete a feedback and follow up questionnaire with you.
How to use this service
You can ask your GP to make a referral to our service or you can self refer. If you prefer, you can download our paper based self-referral form and email to kentchft.ageingwellemhc@nhs.net.
Should you wish to cancel your appointment, please contact on the details at the top of this page, as soon as possible.
You can contact us on 0300 013 2191 or kentchft.ageingwellemhc@nhs.net.
ReSPECT
During your appointment at our clinic you may get asked about ReSPECT. This stands for Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment.
ReSPECT is a PROCESS and a PLAN. It creates a personalised recommendation for your clinical care in emergency situations where you are not able to make decisions or express what matters to you.
Testimonials
"I had never realised how much help was available to 'old folk' on the NHS. There had been times when I had real fears of old age, but I do feel less anxious now that I have met you all. A very encouraging experience and I now feel I can call with any problems!"
"I thought the whole experience was excellent."
"I'm really grateful to you and your team for my MOT (everyone was so nice - please thank them again for the attention I received), it is reassuring to know that I don't have any problems at the moment, apart from the folic acid deficiency. I had a text from the surgery to say that a prescription is waiting for me, so again thank you for organising this."
"From the welcome to the goodbye was great. Everyone I met was kind, helpful and caring. I liked the two-way discussions with each member of the team. I cannot thank you enough. I will go and spread the word!"
