YouthNet and Age UK have teamed up with a mission in mind – ending isolation and loneliness for those later in life.

How would you cope without digital technology? No email, no skype, no texts. Imagine if you were cut off. Imagine if you couldn't connect.

YouthNet and Age UK are official Virgin London Marathon charity of the year partners in 2013 and have come together to implement a ground-breaking cross-generational project where young people are teamed up with older people to train them in digital media. The result – an end to isolation and loneliness for those in later life, creating invaluable experience in training for the young and a mutually enriching relationship that bridges the age gap.

As part of Team Run for it, we will ensure you are never without the support that you need from sign up to race day, guaranteeing you the best marathon ever. With expert support from the fundraising team and our dedicated marathon coach, you will get all of the perks of being part of a marathon team, and together we will ensure that crossing the finish line in April 2013 is an incredibly exhilarating experience.

One million people aged over 65 in the UK say they often or always feel lonely. Help us raise £1,000,000 to transform the lives of older people nationwide.

Every step you take will help us combat loneliness and isolation. To apply to join our marathon team email info@runforit.org.uk or visit www.runforit.org.uk.

YouthNet and Age UK. A lifeline, online.