We’re the UK charity supporting older vegans and vegetarians

We provide resources, recipes and other information to help you stay vegan or vegetarian – for life.

We want you to feel informed at every turn

Our extensive range of recipes is fantastic with new options to try at all times of the day

We offer a range of different services to help you

Learn all about how we inform and support you to live your lifestyle

Later-Life Planning

Practical guidance on the big decisions of later life – from ethical investments and making a will to making sure your veg*n beliefs are respected if you need care.

Publications

Free guides, recipe booklets, magazines and eBites newsletters, packed with practical advice for older vegans and vegetarians and those who care for them.

Suppliers Directory

Explore our list of recommended suppliers that cater well for vegans and vegetarians. The directory is constantly growing with support from our partners across the UK.

Care Establishments

Search for care homes, nursing homes and home care providers near you that cater well for vegetarians and vegans.

Pen- and Phone-Pals Scheme

Make new friends through our pen- and phone-pal scheme – a friendly way to share interests, swap ideas and know there is someone to talk to.

Margaret’s Story

We hear stories daily of the struggles that people go through in their day to day life.

Discover Margaret’s story and meet other older vegans and vegetarians navigating later life while staying true to their values.

“Writing to other like-minded people has been lovely after not knowing any others.”
Jacqueline, about the V for Life pen- and phone-pals scheme

Get Involved

Learn all about the ways that you can support us to help spread our word, click the boxes below to learn more.

Become a Friend

Spare a little time to help others. Friends of V for Life are volunteers who help raise awareness of the charity and its work.

Donate

Support our work with a donation, by leaving a gift in your will, or through one of the other simple ways to give.

Share Your Story

Tell us about your life as an older vegan or vegetarian. Your story could inspire others and help us speak up for veg*ns in later life.

Our Latest Recipes

Explore the latest additions to our recipe library

Chilli Tofoo Jacket

Chilli Tofoo Jacket

Mango and Ginger Cheesecake (texture modified)

Mango and Ginger Cheesecake (texture modified)

V for Life recipe

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Avocado Salsa

Jackfruit Chilli Wraps

Jackfruit Chilli Wraps

Protein Balls

Protein Balls

V for Life recipe

Butter Bean Savoury Pudding

V for Life recipe

Easy Nut Roast

Greek Fritters with Tzatziki

Greek Fritters with Tzatziki

V for Life recipe

Vegan Chilli

Have a question?

Don’t hestitate to get in touch if you’d like to help support us, want to know more about our resources or anything else.