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  1. On the death of Her Majesty The Queen

    On the death of Her Majesty The Queen Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, considers what Her Majesty The Queen meant to many older people, and the model she set for ageing. I am writing this ... broke about the death of The Queen. Already the media is saturated with many heartfelt messages of condolence from all around the world, as well as reflections on an extraordinary life of service to our nation

  2. Uncovering the extent of cybercrime across the UK

    To uncover the extent of cybercrime across the UK, Age UK completed detailed research focusing on individuals over the age of 55 living in England and Wales during the period of 2018-19.

  3. Breaking down the barriers of ethnic inequalities in health

    One of the reasons that ethnic inequalities in health arise is because of the barriers older ethnic minority people experience in accessing health and care services. What are these barriers and why do ... do people of colour face them?

  4. Age UK’s Cost of Living Response Fund

    Age UK launched a Cost of Living Response Fund programme to help older people at community level. Find out about the impact of this programme.

  5. Behind the scenes of the Age UK Lottery TV Advert

    various props, as you can see in the advert and we needed to make room for all of these. Day one Filming started with the scene of Stanley and Paddy watching the TV with our previous advert. We were pleased ... the dogs were very well behaved. Each dog had their own trainer, and despite hearing 2 different sets of commands, they both knew who to listen to. Once that scene was finished, the two dogs had a rest while

  6. Council Tax Reduction information guide

    how to apply for Council Tax Reduction what to do if your application is turned down. It also lists some useful contacts in case your application for Council Tax Reduction is turned down and you need to ... You can request a free printed copy of this guide that we'll post to you.  You can also request this guide in large print or audio format. To request any of these options, you can call the advice

  7. How to set up your digital volunteer ID

    The Age UK network is working with Yoti, a digital ID application, to provide volunteers with the ability to identify themselves to clients as well as to businesses and organisations such as grocery stores ... stores, pharmacies or donation sites, should they be collecting items as part of their volunteer role. The Yoti application delivers a secure digital ID that features anti-spoofing technology and we believe

  8. Attendance Allowance information guide

    If you’re over State Pension age and you need help with your personal care because of an illness or disability, whether physical or mental, you may be entitled to Attendance Allowance. Download our ... and advises on the application process. It covers: who’s eligible to claim Attendance Allowance how to apply for Attendance Allowance tips on what to include in your application. It also advises on

  9. Dr Lucy Pollock on ageing with optimism

    Feeling confident about the future Dr Lucy Pollock discusses her new book, the importance of tailored healthcare, and how we all can build a society that’s better to grow old in. “Plan A – ... Plan B.” With decades of experience in treating and caring for older people, Dr Lucy Pollock has plenty of wisdom to share about ageing. In 2022, Lucy imparted some of that knowledge in The Book About

  10. The role of faith during the coronavirus pandemic

    As the coronavirus pandemic continues, faith remains an important part of some older people’s lives. But what impact is the pandemic having on beliefs and communities?

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