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  1. The significance of stories

    How powerful stories can bring the challenges and joys of older age to life. Age UK storyteller Rosemary shares her experience of using the Age UK Telephone Friendship Service.

  2. Why free TV licences for the over 75s matter

    For over a million of the oldest people in our society, TV is their main form of company. That's why we're fighting to save the right to a free TV licence for the over 75s.

  3. Apply for a medal

    forces and are eligible, you can apply for a medal. If you were awarded a medal for service in any of the following forces, then you can apply.  the army the Royal Navy the Royal Marines the Royal ... Read a list of the eligibilty requirements on the GOV UK website You are able to apply for a medal on someone else's behalf.  If they are still alive, you must have lasting power of attorney . If your

  4. Policy and research

    Research is an important part of Age UK’s work because it has the power to transform older peoples’ lives for the better. Find more about our policy and research here.

  5. Our response to #NoSpaceForJewHate

    Age UK supports the aims of #Nospaceforjewhate. There is no space for abuse and prejudice in any form and peaceful action to highlight and eradicate it should be applauded.

  6. Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness

    We've been proud to be part of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness to shine a powerful spotlight on the millions of lonely people living in our communities.

  7. Our response to Black Lives Matter

    We applaud the courage and determination of Black people and others worldwide who are advocating peacefully for an end to racism and injustice in all its forms.

  8. Shingles symtoms, prevention & treatment

    Shingles is a viral infection that often causes a rash that usually forms on one side of your body. You might be eligible for a free shingles vaccine on the NHS. Find out more on Age UK.

  9. Carer's checklist

    assessment will help you find out what you need and what could help you with your caring role. Some of the outcomes could be: respite care information about local support groups for carers help with caring ... friends or family who could support you for an hour, or any local day centres that could give you a bit of a break every week? That could be through a charity that supports people with specific conditions,

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

    Actor, presenter and Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis tells Age UK about her new documentary, the power of challenging assumptions, and why she's determined that older people feel valued.

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