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  1. Brexit could worsen broken care system for older people

    Age UK are urging the government to put measures in place to allow EU nationals to continue to come to the UK to work as paid care staff.

  2. Where can I get free legal advice?

    You may be able to get free legal advice, or help to cover legal costs. Find out when and how to seek professional legal advice from Age UK.

  3. Getting lower earners a fair deal in pension saving

    More than 1 million low-paid pension savers aren't getting the Government contribution to their savings. Age UK wants this to change.

  4. How Lesley has stayed self-sufficient

    her life caring for others. Born in a small village in Lincolnshire, Lesley started working at 14, when she got her first job as a cleaner. Her working life came to an end in her late 50s, however, in order ... feels like he is around her every day: “I talk to him, and I feel like he’s here. And I know he’d be happy because I’ve got friends. I pray for him every night and ask God to look

  5. Jeanette's story

    “I worry about how much it costs to survive.” Jeanette, a storyteller from Age UK’s autumn fundraising appeal, discusses the difficulties she's faced and how Age UK was able to help. As the weather turns ... struggles. “I get lots more aches and pains because of the cold weather,” she tells us. “I’m not so mobile in the winter, and I don’t really want to go out because I’m frightened

  6. Annuities explained

    Annuities offer an income in later life. When you approach retirement, will you cash in your pension pot or get a lifetime annuity? Get annuities advice.

  7. Julian's epic journey

    When Age UK helped Julian's mother receive the support she needed, he decided to cycle the length of the UK to fundraise for our services by way of thanks.

  8. What pension options do I have?

    Find out about your options for your pension pot when you retire.

  9. Being Discharged from Hospital: What Support Will I Get?

    After a stay in hospital, you may be thinking about when you'll be discharged – but your health is the priority. Find out more from Age UK.

  10. Living with Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy

    “I fight very hard to keep my independence.” Terry, an Age UK storyteller, discusses living with a degenerative health condition, and explains why Age UK's support has been so valuable. Terry lives with ... “That's where the vertebrae and the discs in the neck get reorganised, so that they end up putting compression on the spinal cord.” “When I couldn’t work anymore, my state pension barely covered

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