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  1. Gareth Pierce on challenges and charity

    Coronation Street star Gareth Pierce speaks to Age UK about life in Weatherfield, the impact of TV, and why he's fundraising to support older people.

  2. Age UK telephone friendship

    Thousands of older people have made lasting friendships, or simply enjoyed a chat when they wanted one, through our free Telephone Friendship Service and the Silver Line helpline.

  3. Stories to celebrate, experiences to learn from

    As we reach the end of Black History Month 2023, it's important that we remember that giving a voice to Black older people in this country is essential throughout the year.

  4. Keith's story: writing with dementia

    Keith Oliver has lived with dementia for 8 years, but every day finds a reason to be positive. He tells us his story.

  5. The NHS plan: What will it mean for older people?

    Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, discusses what the NHS plan will mean for older people.

  6. Is a lengthy lockdown for older people on the way?

    Abrahams ponders what a prolonged lockdown for older people as part of the Government's 'exit plan' will mean.

  7. The future for social care

    UK's Charity Director examines Prime Minister Boris Johnson's early comments on the future of social care.

  8. What is the value of an older person’s life?

    people that they're concerned Age UK's Charity Director discusses a hot topic that's arisen as a result of the pandemic. Earlier this week it was suggested that the Prime Minister did not want to impose a ... people who are dying are essentially all over 80”. I have no idea if this is true or not, and it’s not the purpose of this blog to decide. But let’s be honest, we’ve all probably

  9. Face coverings: separating fact from fiction

    What do you want to know? Despite face coverings becoming a part of our everyday lives, people still have many questions about them. Professor Trisha Greenhalgh helps answer some of the more persistent ... controversy and confusion for many people. Do they primarily protect the wearer or the people they come into contact with? What’s the correct face covering to wear? What about those for whom a face covering

  10. An inspirational figure

    Age UK speaks to singer-songwriter Dan Owen about how the life and death of his grandfather inspired the title track of his debut album, Stay Awake With Me.

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