Age Concern Hampshire has appointed a new chief executive officer.
Grant Read will take over from Helen Callen, who will now become the chair of the charity's board.
Mr Read has more than 20 years of senior leadership experience across various sectors.
He has most recently led teams as a regulated provider of social housing for older adults.
He has been involved in tackling social isolation and building community in retirement villages and care homes.
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"As I take on my new role as chair, I look forward to supporting him in our shared mission to positively impact the lives of older people across Hampshire."
Mr Read said: "Helen’s leadership as CEO has been invaluable, and I’m pleased that she’ll continue to guide us as chair.
"I am looking forward to us working together."
Founded in 1985, Age Concern Hampshire provides services to the older community of Hampshire.
The charity currently delivers support at its Care and Wellbeing Centres throughout the county, as well as Help at Home, Information via its Information Hub, Foot Care Clinics, Hospital to Home Services, Community Information Volunteer Services and a variety of other activities.
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