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When people feel sad, they often keep it inside. But you don't have to. Find out how to look after your mental wellbeing and who you can talk to when things aren't ok.

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Please help older people survive the Indonesian tsunami

On 28 September a series of devastating earthquakes struck the Indonesian island of Sulawesi – causing a tsunami that displaced over 80,000 people and killed over 2,000.

It is estimated that up to 200,000 people are in need of urgent assistance. Please, give now and help provide older people with life-saving aid.

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The Age of Creativity Festival is coming

Read about the upcoming Age of Creativity festival, which is a celebration of older people across England

Want a new lease of life? Grandparenting could be the answer

We reveal what it takes to be a 21st Century grandparent, including learning 'The Floss'

New children's book explores dementia

Dementia is often difficult enough for adults to comprehend, but what about younger people?

Safety net in urgent need of repair

Older people living alone at home are at risk of not getting the support they need, our report finds

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