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  1. u3a – Later life learning

    isolated town, are unwell or have difficulty leaving your home, you may prefer Virtual u3a. This is an online learning and discussion forum for older people around the world. There’s a wide range of subjects

  2. Older EU citizens and settled status

    If you are having any problems, though, help to apply  is available by telephone as well as online. There’s also a short leaflet with more information and signposts to the organisations that

  3. Winter Fuel Payment

    can opt out before 15 September 2025 . Contact the Winter Fuel Payment helpline on 0800 731 0160 or online at www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment/how-to-claim to say you do not want to receive a Winter Fuel Payment

  4. I'm feeling lonely

    could: try a new activity, revisit an old hobby or join a club find a local support group explore online activities like games or social media look for a volunteering opportunity get in touch with Age UK

  5. New UK survey reveals our beliefs about staying sharp in later life

    any further questions. Find out more about looking after your thinking skills in our Staying Sharp online hub Author

  6. Switched Off: What next?

    over-75s, are mostly not online. While there was the opportunity to sign the petition offline, it's far harder to reach people in that way. These days it is not unusual to see online petitions organised by ... continue to attract young viewers, who are much more inclined to watch YouTube and consume video online via mobile devices than through sitting through an entire scheduled programme showing on the ‘box

  7. What standards you should expect from NHS services

    the NHS's My Planned Care online service. This service also offers advice on what you can do while waiting and how to prepare for your appointment. Visit the My Planned Care online service on the NHS website

  8. Providing the right information during the coronavirus outbreak

    that don’t have access to the internet or a computer? Or those that don’t feel comfortable being online? This is something we’re very conscious about at Age UK, so how could we reach everyone? At Age UK ... which was a very useful thing to learn. To date, the guide has been downloaded more than 4,500 times online and we have distributed more than 5,000 printed copies .  Working together A defining feature

  9. Older people’s lives during the pandemic: Age UK is listening and acting

    coordinate so that support reaches those who need it most, especially those who are isolated and not online.” Helping older people access good quality healthcare Policy Manager, Charlotte Lynch, has been working ... people are often particularly reliant on cash – more than half of over 70s do not use the internet so online banking just isn’t a option - we have received many calls expressing concern about how they can access

  10. What is WhatsApp?

    means that only you and the person you're chatting with can read what's sent. But as with everything online, there are risks to be aware of – including scams, viruses and misinformation. Here are some ... financial information. Look out for misinformation . False claims or fake stories can spread easily online. WhatsApp has created a list of tips to limit the spread of rumours or fake news. Read the tips on

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