Skip to content
Please donate

Search Age UK

Site search

People also searched for: “factsheet 46”, ‘movement for all’, will guidance

  1. Voter ID rules in England

    Due to changes that were introduced in October 2023, you'll need to bring photo ID to the polling station to be able to vote in elections in England.

  2. Estimating needs in older people

    Many older people face disadvantage in their lives every day, often without the support they need. Major challenges include ill health, lack of help with the basics of daily life, poverty, poor housing ... many are living with more than one, and in what combinations? In 2019, we researched these questions by estimating the numbers and proportions of older people in England who face these challenges, which

  3. Overcoming financial difficulties in winter

    Leaving financial woes out in the cold Nine tips to help older people overcome financial challenges during a particularly vulnerable time of year. The winter poses a number of challenges for older people ... seven-day spell can help those who are eligible to help with energy bills. To claim, you already need to be in receipt of certain benefits such as pension credit, income support, and universal credit (among others)

  4. Housing options in later life

    support with everyday tasks can make a big difference and help you stay independent at home for longer in later life. If you're finding it harder to manage at home, sheltered housing or residential care might

  5. Inspiring action in Race Equality Week

    individual's extraordinary contribution and how it can inspire our vital work. As we mark Race Equality Week in the UK (February 3rd – 9th), it’s a moment to reflect on the individuals whose extraordinary ... transformed her into one of history’s most celebrated abolitionists. Escaping to Philadelphia in 1849, she did not stop there — she returned to the South 19 times, risking her life to guide

  6. The coronavirus situation in England now

    Dr Elizabeth Webb examines the number of people in England with coronavirus and the effectiveness of vaccine boosters.

  7. Recognising the carers in need of help

    A new report reveals the number of unpaid carers in the UK, and the levels of anxiety and loneliness they experience.

  8. Keeping warm and well in winter

    Keeping warm in winter is important as we get older as cold weather and winter bugs can affect us more than they used to. Winter weather can also stop us from getting out and about sometimes. But there

  9. Swim 5k or 10k in June

    Make a splash by swimming 5k or 10k in June to raise money for Age UK.

  10. Staying cool in a heatwave information guide

    to enjoy the sun safely. Download your guide (PDF, 227 KB) Need this guide in another format? This guide is also available in other formats if that's more suitable for you. You can request a free printed ... printed copy of this guide that we'll post to you.  You can also request this guide in large print or audio format. To request any of these options, you can call the advice line on 0800 678 1602 .

Become part of our story

Sign up today

Back to top