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  1. 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.

  2. Terry's wartime memories

    the right thing. “I had to go and do my bit. I was quite bossy in those days.” It’s a good thing Terry did, as the work she became involved in proved to be central to a turning point in ... go to Japan by the time D-Day came around, when the plan was for troops to land on the country’s many islands. “I used to go to church with my section,” says Terry of how she used to mark

  3. Carer's Allowance

    Carer's Allowance is the main welfare benefit to help carers. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a carer, you may still be able to claim it. Visit Age UK.

  4. A guide to income tax for pensioners

    Even if you are receiving your pension, you will have to pay tax on your income if it is over a certain amount. Not all income is taxable, and you may be able to claim allowances or reliefs to reduce the ... pay tax on: earnings from employment or self-employment pensions, including State Pension , and annuities (except pensions under the War Pensions Scheme and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme) interest from

  5. The old State Pension (before 2016)

    Information about how the state pension is forecast, calculated and paid is provided by Age UK. Find out all you need to know about the basic State Pension.

  6. Jeanette's story

    Jeanette, a storyteller for Age UK's autumn appeal, discusses loneliness, the cost of living, and how Age UK helped.

  7. Terry's story

    A very different Christmas Terry’s wife of 56 years died suddenly 18 months ago. Taken into hospital for routine checks after collapsing, Glenda’s heart stopped on the way to the hospital ... my own, it’s a big house to rattle about in, and that’s when I find it the worst,” he says. “There are two seats in the living room. You look over, and she’s not there anymore…

  8. Ted's story

    opportunities to get out and about become sparser. “It’s harder in the winter,” Ted explains. “It’s depressing, and it’s long.” When 88-year-old Ted stays home, where he lives ... she was cooking, I would help her. If I was repairing something, she was there helping me. That’s how close we were.” Ted&Jess Living in London for most of their married life, after work on

  9. Eva's story

    Eva, a storyteller from our Age UK's Christmas appeal, discusses the support she's found following the loss of her beloved husband.

  10. Jobseeker's Allowance

    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.

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