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  1. Keeping your fundraising safe and legal

    of the most rewarding ways of supporting the work of Age UK. If you are organising fundraising in aid of Age UK please be aware of the legalities, and that you will be responsible for carrying it out safely ... If you’re hiring a venue then check whether they already have this. Any event carried out in aid of Age UK will not be covered by Age UK insurance. Food and drink If you plan to have food available

  2. Living with Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy

    things are in place to make life easier. “I know what I can't do. My humble home is full of disability aids to allow me to do what I can. Compared to the others in the support group, I'm very fortunate ... financial security now, I've been able to afford the aids and rehabilitation equipment that I need to help maintain my independence.” Terry mobility aids Terry now has two-wheeled walkers – one to

  3. Over 60 free bus pass, senior railcard and transport concessions

    If you're 60 or over or you have a disability, you might be eligible for public transport concessions – from a senior rail card to a free bus pass.

  4. Attendance Allowance campaign

    future of this benefit for thousands of older disabled people. As we get older, many of us will find ourselves having to cope with illness and disability. And very often this comes with a higher price ... paying for transport to get out and about. Attendance Allowance is a weekly payment that helps older disabled people meet some of the extra costs they face. It's a vital means of support that allows hundreds

  5. Inspire and Include

    Inspire and Include is a project designed to encourage older disabled people to participate in sport What is Inspire and Include? Disabled people can find it more difficult than others to take part in ... barriers that prevent older disabled people from participating and encourage people to lead a more active life. This unique project offers a range of activities in which older disabled people can take part.

  6. A guide to income tax for pensioners

    from a trust. You do not have to pay tax on: Pension Credit Universal Credit Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Winter Fuel Payment pensions administered ... Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) some National Savings and Investments products. Get in touch with Tax Aid or HMRC for further information about which types of income are taxable and non-taxable. We all have

  7. Your hospital stay

    or nightdress) Dressing gown Slippers with non-slip soles Refillable water bottle Glasses, hearing aids, or dentures (with cases) Small pillow or cushion items to pass the time, such as books or magazines ... But some payments are suspended if you're in hospital for more than 28 days: Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence Payment.  If you transfer from hospital to a care home

  8. Accessible days out in the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh

    his life and work. The formal gardens are also quite accessible. More information Available:  disabled car parking, wheelchairs & mobility scooters welcome, wheelchair hire, assistance dogs welcome ... welcome, respite seating, hearing induction loop, audio tours, large print information available, disabled toilets, concessions Edinburgh Castle From its position high up on Castle Rock, Edinburgh Castle looks

  9. Sex, relationships and intimacy information guide

    to sexual function such as menopause and erectile dysfunction making things easier with sex toys, aids and alternative activities sexual health and STI testing relationship issues, from navigating changes

  10. The future of care for older people

    again. Plus, given the desire to stay at home there should be encouragement and support to install aids and adaptations as a preventive measure. We also need a far wider range of affordable, supported housing ... choose. In addition, there is a need for community support, including local social activities, mutual aid and volunteering opportunities, invariably run by voluntary organisations and grass-roots groups. This

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