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Why do we value old objects over older people? Age UK is here to change how we age.
Here's how, with your support, Age UK is supporting older people through the cost of living crisis.
A range of products to help you make the most of later life are available through Age UK Trading, with profits given to the charity.
New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) is a benefit for people who are actively looking for work. Use Age UK's benefit calculator to check how much you could get.
Download our guide to find out more about Carer's Allowance.
Personal budgets and direct payments give you more control by allowing you to choose how your care budget is spent. Find out more on what to do here from Age UK.
Domestic abuse is abuse that's perpetrated by someone you're connected to, such as a partner or relative. Find out more from Age UK.
WhatsApp is a messaging app that uses the internet. It's an easy way to stay connected with loved ones. We've brought together information and advice on how to download and use WhatsApp.
dying is left to their children or grandchildren, the threshold increases to £500,000. After that, IHT is payable at 40%. If one partner dies and hasn’t used their tax-free allowance, this ... If the will states a specific item of personal property is to be given (‘bequeathed’) to someone, you can do this before probate is granted – but make sure you have the items valued and
Respite care is the term used for services that enable you to take a break from caring by temporarily caring for the person you usually care for. It's important to take a break from caring if you need ... you care for them better, for longer. Respite care is the term used for services that enable you to take a break from caring. A respite care service is provided to the person you care for, to temporarily
Sheltered housing (sometimes known as retirement housing) is a type of housing which you can buy or rent that has support such as staff, emergency alarms and social activities. Find out if it's the right
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is support for anyone who has limited work capabilities due to an illness or disability. Read more from Age UK.
Joining Forces is a Ministry of Defence-funded project to support the quality of life and wellbeing of veterans born before 1950 and their family and carers