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Our impact

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We want to make the UK a great place to grow older

We believe it’s how things should be and work tirelessly to achieve this.

We campaign with you

General Election 2024/5

Worn down by the pandemic and cost of living crisis, older people are yearning for a more positive future. Ahead of the next general election, we're asking party leaders to commit to policies that improve the lives of older people.

Offline and Overlooked

Older people who aren't or choose not to be online are being locked out of essential services. It's discrimination - plain and simple. Sign our petition to make access to public services fair, for everyone.

We can't wait for care

2.6 million people in England aged over 50 are unable to get care. Help us end the long wait for care.

Support our campaigns

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You're helping us to bring hope to older people who are running out of options

We research and influence public policy

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Our achievements (2022-23)

Most mentioned

In a survey of MPs, Age UK was the charity most mentioned as being at the top of minds as having supported older people during the COVID-19 pandemic

Top charity

In a survey of MPs, Age UK was the top charity mentioned that had impressed MPs as having been effective in our campaigning

Read our latest annual report

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Discover

Read the latest news and views on age and ageing – from analysis of what's hitting the headlines, to the big issues affecting older people.

Discover Age UK

We are here for you

We provide information and advice

We provide free information and advice to help you on topics as diverse as claiming benefits to finding a care home.

Our services and activities

Through national services, such our advice line and Call in Time, to local events and services, we support those most in need.

We're here to help

We offer support through our free advice line on 0800 678 1602. Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. We also have specialist advisers at over 120 local Age UKs.

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