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  1. Glossary of online terms

    From' apps' and 'browsers' to 'Zoom' and 'YouTube' – online terminology can be confusing. Age UK's glossary of online terms explains what they mean.

  2. How to make a video call

    '+' sign and then search for their name to add them. To end the call, just tap the red phone icon. Click here to find out more about Facebook and other social media platforms Zoom is a type of audio and ... video-calling software. Zoom is free to use for calls hosting up to 100 people, but you need to make an account to start making your own calls. If someone sends you an invite to a Zoom call, you just need

  3. For professionals

    trust We have information and advice for you and the older people you support. Browse the range of topics or sign up to our monthly professionals newsletter. Information for older people We've pulled together ... information and advice topics to help you support older people. If you can't find what you're looking for here, use the search bar at the top of the page to search the range of topics. Local support Our local

  4. Making devices easier to use for older people

    smartphones and tablets, which are touchscreen, you can 'pinch' the screen to zoom in and out – for example, to zoom in to a webpage or to look more closely at a photo. You can set up your phone ... click on the links below: on an Android phone or tablet (Google Support website) on an iPhone or iPad (Apple Support website) . You can make your phone or tablet easier to see and read by changing its

  5. Apply for a medal

    If you're eligible, you can apply for a medal for time spent in the armed forces

  6. Celebrations for the Coronation

    continuing over the bank holiday weekend. From street parties to volunteering, there are plenty of ways for communities across the country to commemorate this historic occasion. A new era His Majesty The King ... only around 20% of the UK’s current population were alive at the time she came to the throne. For many people, the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III will therefore be the first they have ever

  7. Preparing emotionally for retirement

    prepared emotionally for retirement and the 3-point plan which helped her. After working as Exhibition Coordinator for Earls Court and Olympia for 22 years, Jay left to work for a security company in ... crises' 'I think it’s really important for older people to make the most of their circumstances. You face a lot of emotional crises, but the important thing for me is facing up to them and finding a way

  8. Howzat for ageing better!

    later life… Ageing better is a team sport, as we look to one another for the encouragement we need to think, talk and take actions for a healthier later life. Walking cricket is a team sport too – ... childhood and happy memories of matches played with family while on holidays. Despite her affection for the game, in those days Sara wasn’t able to get involved at school, as it was only played by

  9. A passion for pets

    Papillon Hope and Jack Russell Scampy (both aged 14) for company.  Ann, who lives in West Suffolk, has been working with dog rescue charities for more than 30 years and has rescued 10 herself. “They ... care for an animal, you're going to get up and look after it and ensure that its wellbeing is preserved, so it gives you a routine,” explains Ann. “And with dogs you have to take them for a walk

  10. Travel benefits for veterans

    the Veterans Concessionary Travel Scheme Pass, the Veterans Oyster Card, and the Blue Badge Scheme for disabled parking.

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