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  1. Planning for end of life

    Planning for the end of your life can be difficult – lots of us tend to put it off until we have to. But giving things some thought now means you can consider all your options and be confident that ... long-term health condition or just want to plan for your future health and care needs, having arrangements in place can reassure you and your loved ones. We cover some of the ways you can plan for your future

  2. Transport concessions for disabled people

    any discounts. For example, National Express offers a  Disabled Coachcard , which gives you a third off your travel throughout the year. It costs £12.50 a year and is available for people with a disability ... local transport, such as trams and ferries, if they operate in those areas. Contact your local council for more information about what they offer. Disabled person’s bus pass:  There's no central provider

  3. Handyperson services for older people

    easier and safer around the home. What are handyperson services? A handyperson is usually a charged-for service and the cost will vary dependent on the work being undertaken. Exact handyperson services differ ... to find out what's available in your area including help and advice with major home improvements. For more information call the Age UK Advice Line on 0800 678 1602 . We’re open 8am to 7pm, every day of

  4. Help & advice for carers

    If you look after a partner, relative or friend who's disabled or ill due to physical or mental health, you're a carer – even if you don’t think of yourself as one. Below you'll find emotional

  5. Human rights are for us

    Blog written by Emily McCarron, Policy Manager for Equality and Human Rights, Age UK on the world premiere of Sunrise, not Sunset, a film directed by human rights advocate and campaigner, Debora Singer

  6. The future for social care

    is the moment we've been waiting for? Age UK's Charity Director Caroline Abrahams examines what Prime Minister Boris Johnson's early comments on social care suggest for the future. On Wednesday, hot foot ... having to sell your home to pay for the costs of care.” “And so I am announcing now - on the steps of Downing Street - that we will fix the crisis in social care once and for all with a clear plan we have

  7. Sign up for campaign updates

    Sign up to get a regular newsletter from the Age UK campaigns team, sharing news and details of how you can get involved.

  8. Ambitions for later life programme

    Ambitions for Later life programme provided holistic and person-centred information and advice to people experiencing life events, and supported them to achieve their ambitions. Our Ambitions for Later Life ... Life programme offered person-centred and holistic information and advice sessions for people generally of State Pension age or older. The programme specifically targeted the needs of older people who were

  9. Articles and resources for professionals

    issues affecting older people with articles written by Age UK's health experts. We've also included links to some of the best resources for those supporting older people from other organisations and public ... Keep up to date with articles and resources specially curated for professionals working with older people. Spotlight on: The State of Health and Care of Older People in England 2025 Our 2025 report revealed

  10. A volunteer for 30 years

    incredible milestone We speak to 90-year-old Pat Wardman, who's been volunteering in an Age UK shop for 30 years. Patricia Wardman recently had a double celebration. Pat, as she prefers to be called, not ... dinner attended by family and friends, she has also marked 30 years continuous service as a volunteer for Age UK North Craven’s shop in Settle, a market town in the Yorkshire dales. We had a chat with Pat

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