Join growing old disgracefully

When you join growing old disgracefully you can:

I know now what I want and can make sure I get it

  • Attend local group meetings (they are usually held once a month)
  • Join one of the Special interest groups
  • Go to regional and national events
  • Receive the newsletter
  • Get access to the members' section of this website

What's in the members' section?

Margaret and Joyce in Ipswich on an older women's outing

  • Detailed events information
  • Contact details for local and special interest groups
  • News and reports
  • Useful information for members

Who can join?

Alma and Leysa in Whitby at national eventThere is no lower age limit. You are never too young, or too old, to start growing old disgracefully!

We welcome women from all backgrounds and ask that our members are inclusive and supportive of each other.

Most of our members are in the UK but there are members in Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand too.

You can go to your local group a couple of times to see if it's right for you before joining. Click here to see if there's a group near you.

How much is it?

Membership costs just £15 a year, (£7.50 if you join after 30th June). All the money goes to services for members, such as the newsletter and this website. Events cost extra but there is a bursary fund to help those in need.

Interested? Email membership@growingolddisgracefully.org.uk to get an application form and more information.