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  1. What is the value of an older person’s life?

    We're hearing from older people that they're concerned Age UK's Charity Director discusses a hot topic that's arisen as a result of the pandemic. Earlier this week it was suggested that the Prime Minister ... second lockdown in autumn last year because “ the people who are dying are essentially all over 80”. I have no idea if this is true or not, and it’s not the purpose of this blog to decide

  2. What's it like to be an Age UK befriender?

    Deirdre decided to volunteer as a befriender for older people with her local Age UK after she retired. She's now friends with an older person who is living with dementia.

  3. Worried about an elderly person: what to do & who to contact

    It can be worrying to see someone struggling as they get older. One of the best things you can do is talk it over together. Read Age UKs tips and advice.

  4. What is an executor of a will?

    An executor is a person named in a will who sorts out the estate of the person who's died. Find out more information on what executors do from Age UK.

  5. Is there an increased risk of coronavirus for BAME older people?

    There’s evidence that coronavirus presents higher risks for people who are BAME. But what can we say about BAME older people?

  6. Campaigning for a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing

    Age UK is calling for the Government to establish a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing for England who would act as an independent champion to ensure that older people are considered in decisions

  7. Help a lonely older person this Christmas

    Thousands of older people like Brenda and Terry will be isolated this Christmas, but Age UK's vital telephone services can make all the difference.

  8. Personal care services for older people

    Some local Age UKs can provide care for older people at home. This could include support with washing, bathing, getting in and out of bed, preparing food etc.

  9. Embracing at-home exercise

    Personal trainer Lavina Mehta MBE’s workout videos are removing barriers for older people who want to get more active.

  10. Say hello to an older neighbour

    This random acts of kindness day, say hello to an older neighbour you haven't spoken to before to show them you care. Plus more ideas for random acts of kindness.

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