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  1. Building on success to beat loneliness

    an essential part of Age UK’s work. Our new report on the topic, ‘You are not alone in feeling lonely’ , recaps our learning to date about what works and shares a range of case studies ... be myself.” Small gestures make a big difference As daunting as this challenge can seem, this work reminds us that we shouldn’t underestimate the apparently small things that make a huge difference

  2. Chess: friendship across the board

    horizons,” says Caitlin of why she signed up. She was about to find out just how true that is, by learning chess… over the phone. Finding the missing piece Some things are easy to teach someone over ... person can jot things down.  But what about teaching someone chess - a game that's relatively easy to learn in-person (though very difficult to master)? Surely not being able to see the person who’s teaching

  3. Rose Ayling-Ellis discusses Old Hands, New Tricks

    “Age is not a barrier to learning.” Rose Ayling-Ellis discusses her new documentary, the power of challenging assumptions, and why she’s determined that everyone should feel valued. Rose Ayling-Ellis isn’t ... surprises. The benefits of BSL “BSL is a big part of my life,” Rose explains. “I began learning it at a young age, and it’s allowed me to communicate effectively and connect deeply with

  4. Changing how we age at Christmas

    3pm on the Friday before Christmas, the party is in full swing at the Yalding Healthy Living & Learning Centre in Bermondsey. While buses and people doing their last minute shopping stream past the windows ... threaded around the room. An evolving service Katrina pic Katrina Jinadu , Healthy Living & Learning Service Manager at Age UK Lewisham & Southwark, has been putting on Christmas parties here for

  5. Helping older people to keep active

    programme, with the goal of reaching more than 1,000 older people in communities across England. Learn more . Tackling Inequalities Fund This programme was funded by Sport England and aimed to help reduce ... widening of the inequalities in taking part in sports and physical activity.  Learn more . One step at a time Working with Sport England and the Richmond Group of charities, this research project explored

  6. Friendship and fun for isolated older women

    even closer, as the women of the estate and nearby areas meet to catch up, deepen friendships and learn new skills. Alice, founder of the group Many of the older women were quite isolated... I wanted ... staff member. “And it’s one of the key demographics in the City, so I really wanted to work with the people living there. I also knew that many of the older women were quite isolated –

  7. Getting started on the internet

    from your payment card and your address. You'll also be able to select a delivery day and time that works best for you. Make sure it's a time when you'll be home and able to receive your shopping. If you ... find out more about how to download apps The internet is full of resources to help keep you busy, learn new skills or practise your hobbies – whether you're a keen cook looking for recipe ideas, or

  8. Come dancing and get fit

    months ago, said the class had helped her to regain her balance and coordination. 'I do make them work hard but I love to see them improving week by week and getting stronger,' said Simona, who runs a ... one of her classes and is happy to learn and try anything. 'I don’t believe in people saying they are too old to dance,' she adds. 'You are never too old to learn something new. I want to change people’s

  9. International Women's Day 2023

    linked to Age UK’s work who are doing just that. Katrina is creating fair chances for friendship For the past seven years, Katrina has worked as the Healthy Living and Learning Services Manager for Age ... ” “A lot of the ladies who use our services have had busy lives raising their families or working difficult jobs. For years they devoted all their time to their partners and children and never had

  10. Older people take their passion for writing online

    on Zoom. The group is led by Bill Cameron – a volunteer at Critchley for 5 years who supports IT learning groups – and has around 15 members, though this number is growing. "Often, family obligations, careers ... Competitive spirit The group has a healthy sense of competition, and have submitted a variety of their works to the competitions run by the National Association of Writers’ Group (NAWG). Entries have included

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