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  1. Life for older people after the vaccine

    possible, and open windows, socially distance and wear a mask when this isn’t possible. This is for 4 reasons: You will not be protected straight away. Depending on the vaccine you may take 2 or 3 weeks ... coronavirus but have no symptoms, so be able to pass it on unknowingly to someone else. What next for everyone else? The Government says that all over 70s and the clinically vulnerable will have been offered

  2. Home Truths: security for older private renters

    uncertain for anyone, but it’s even harder as you get older and need more stability. Why we need to act Skyrocketing rents leave one in three older renters in poverty after the rent is paid. For someone ... keep a roof over their head. Many put up with damp, disrepair or other dangerous living conditions. For the two-fifths of older renters who already live in bad health , a cold home’s not just an inconvenience

  3. Save free prescriptions for 60-65 year olds

    We need your help to ensure the Government knows changes to qualifying age for free prescriptions will affect people.

  4. Who cares for those without carers?

    Age UK explores the issue of who will care for the growing numbers of older people who don't have family to support them.

  5. Why I run for Age UK

    how running became an important part of his life, the grandfather who inspired him to raise money for Age UK, and how he gets through the tougher parts of his challenges.

  6. Functional fitness – movement for better ageing

    balance, which can help us prevent injuries, age well and stay independent for longer. Yes, functional fitness can be a great choice for people of all ages. You can adapt movements to suit your needs and abilities ... fall prevention, and overall resilience as we age. Sit-to-Stand (Squats) Why? Builds leg strength for getting up from chairs, climbing stairs, and maintaining mobility. How? Stand up from a chair without

  7. Friendship and fun for isolated older women

    around 10 years ago, Mansell Street Women’s Group was created with the aim of reducing isolation for older women living within the Square Mile. “Mansell Street is a predominantly Bangladeshi estate ... give them some more things to do.” Mansell Street 2 Rahima, who works part-time as an adviser for Age UK Camden , was brought on board to deliver the group’s sessions bilingually, in both English

  8. Help and support for people with dementia

    dementia there may be ways you can receive help and support, either now or in the future. Read now for more information from Age UK.

  9. A guide to income tax for pensioners

    tax on: Pension Credit Universal Credit Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Winter Fuel Payment pensions administered under the War Pensions Scheme and Armed ... Accounts (ISAs) some National Savings and Investments products. Get in touch with Tax Aid or HMRC for further information about which types of income are taxable and non-taxable. We all have a personal

  10. Foot care services for older people

    UK to book an appointment and to find out more about what care it provides. There may be a charge for the service depending on where you live. Exceptions from using our foot care service Please note that

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