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A workbook for worrying times Ruby Wax's new book, A Mindfulness Guide for Survival, is not supposed to be a self-help book but an evolve-yourself one. Age UK talked to her about mindfulness and its benefits ... that knock you for six,” Ruby tells Age UK. “The intention for the book, A Mindfulness Guide for Survival isn't to pretend that everything is fine, but to get the lifeboat ready for those events
Coronavirus has been disastrous for adult social care. Now is the time for funding and change, , says Charity Director Caroline Abrahams.
of work. The over-60s have been particularly affected, with many looking for work at a time when they thought they had a job for life and were planning their retirement. Christopher Brooks, Age UK's Head ... support people who may be looking for work, remembering of course they may not have come into contact with the DWP [Department for Work and Pensions] or the benefits system for a very long time. We’ve
Age UK Advice Line helped her afford to eat properly again. Iris has lived in the east of England for the past 17 years. Family is important to her, illustrated by the many photographs that line the walls ... buy a chicken, I cut it all up and make a stew out of it, and I freeze some of it, so I've got it for another time. I do make a lot of stews because you get the carrots and parsnips and all that in it
Age UK evaluates programmes to ensure they're making a positive difference to older people.
Paul Farmer, Chief Executive of Age UK, examines why winter can be so difficult for older people and how we can all help offer support this Christmas.
out more. This page brings together information to help you support older people through planning for the end of life.
age is currently 66 years old. This means that, if you're younger than this you need to make a claim for working age benefits, such as Universal Credit . If you and your partner are both over State Pension ... have a long-term health condition or a disability, you might be able to claim Attendance Allowance if you're over State Pension age or Personal Independence Payment if you're under State Pension age.
great activity. A daily walk, even if it's just a 15-minute stroll to the shops, is really good for you. A little every day Don't feel that you have to take long walks every day. It's better to make ... bit out of breath, but you can still hold a conversation, that's ideal. But if that's not manageable for you right now, any kind of activity is better than nothing! To fit in a little extra walking every
Download Age UK's Caring for someone with dementia information guide for practical and emotional advice to support those caring for people with dementia.