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  1. Introduce a furlough-style scheme to protect high-risk workers

    Government to introduce a furlough-style scheme for those who are shielding or high-risk and cannot safely return to work. No one should have to choose between their job and their health.

  2. How to download apps to your device

    tablet or computer. There are thousands of apps available, many for free. Find out more about how to safely download and update apps.

  3. Consent and abuse

    Unfortunately, relationships aren’t always as safe and respectful as they should be. As we get older, we can become more vulnerable to abuse. This page explores what consent and abuse can look like, and

  4. How to set up an email account and other email essentials

    and it’s the main way that organisations and companies communicate with people. Find out how to safely make the most of email, starting with how to set up your account.

  5. Sexual health

    transmitted infections (STIs) at any age, so make sure you’re taking the right measures to keep yourself safe.

  6. How to transfer money or pay someone online

    cash or paying using a cheque, however there are some precautions you need to take to keep your money safe.

  7. Our policy positions

    of public policy issues. Our policies cover money matters, health and wellbeing care and support, safe at home and active communities. There are also some cross-cutting themes, covered on this page, such ... principles’ agreed with our  Trustees . Policy positions aim to set out guiding principles and key objectives in major policy areas, but we also develop more detailed policy recommendations through

  8. Age-friendly communities

    well participate in society and be valued for their contribution have enough money to live well feel safe, comfortable and secure at home access quality health and care. Living longer presents huge opportunities ... communities. This guide is a tool to support local dialogue with older people, decision makers and other key stakeholders about the importance of age-friendly communities. It suggests five themes which local

  9. Painful Journeys for veterans

    really struggle to travel to routine appointments, with older people and their families facing three key issues: Long and uncomfortable public transport journeys to and from hospital. Many older people have ... to their hospital appointments. Every older person deserves to get to their hospital appointments safely without it being a struggle. The NHS review is a step towards stopping painful journeys being part

  10. Things to think about when making Christmas plans

    distancing required. While for some this will be a relief, many will be worried about keeping themselves safe. What are the questions we should all be asking in order to make the most informed decision about ... meet up with, consider the risk coronavirus would pose to them if they were to catch it. Age is the key risk factor for needing to go to hospital with, and dying from, coronavirus. Although fewer than 1

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