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  1. Staying safe information guide

    Unfortunately, as we get older, we might start to feel a little less safe, whether that’s because of mobility issues or feeling more vulnerable to scammers. Our guide can help to put your mind at ease. 

  2. Accessible days out in the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh

    attractions located in the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh that cater for those with limited mobility.  Abbotsford House and Gardens Sir Walter Scott, one of Scotland’s most celebrated writers ... also quite accessible. More information Available:  disabled car parking, wheelchairs & mobility scooters welcome, wheelchair hire, assistance dogs welcome, respite seating, hearing induction loop

  3. Keeping your fundraising safe and legal

    of the most rewarding ways of supporting the work of Age UK. If you are organising fundraising in aid of Age UK please be aware of the legalities, and that you will be responsible for carrying it out safely ... If you’re hiring a venue then check whether they already have this. Any event carried out in aid of Age UK will not be covered by Age UK insurance. Food and drink If you plan to have food available

  4. Give a major gift

    even bi-annually.  When you opt in to Gift Aid your donation, Age UK can claim an extra 25% on top of the amount you donate through the Government Gift Aid Scheme, at no extra cost to you. This means ... UK. To qualify for gift aid, you must be a UK taxpayer and need to have paid enough UK income/capital gains tax in the tax year your gift was received to cover all the Gift Aid donations you made to charity

  5. Do what you can

    her fitness journey, the importance of the campaign, and everyday exercises older people can do to aid fitness and independence. “Having a good quality of life will help with our mental wellbeing ... couldn’t balance on one leg, to developing the strength to take walks outside without a walking aid is really rewarding, because it’s enabled that person to have more independence and improved

  6. Paige praises the power of yoga

    workout These classes offer different options for how to get involved, to cater for all levels of mobility: some participants practised yoga on floor mats, while others felt more comfortable sitting on chairs ... extended periods of time isn’t good for the lymphatic system, for the joints or for long-term mobility – “it’s so important to keep moving, even if it’s only a little bit”

  7. Your hospital stay

    details of your treatment, take this too) a notebook and pen to write down any questions you have a mobile phone and charger money for phone calls or items from the hospital shop Snacks for between meals  ... or nightdress) Dressing gown Slippers with non-slip soles Refillable water bottle Glasses, hearing aids, or dentures (with cases) Small pillow or cushion items to pass the time, such as books or magazines

  8. Accessible days out in the South East

    accessibility Hidcote Manor Hidcote Manor in the Cotswolds, another National Trust beauty, has several free mobility scooters and wheelchairs, which can be booked in advance or you can try pot luck on the day. The ... your fancy, then the Battle Abbey in Hastings offers excellent facilities for those with limited mobility and sensory impairment. You can borrow a scooter to meander around the site. It's surprisingly evocative

  9. Free days out in the UK

    local regiments are fascinating. The museum and gallery are fully accessible to those with limited mobility with disabled toilets and lifts, as well as dedicated parking. Find out more on the official ... indoor galleries, and of course sit down at the restaurant for that all-important cup of tea. Free mobility scooters are available, which must be booked in advance. Dogs on leads are most welcome. Parking

  10. Over 60 free bus pass, senior railcard and transport concessions

    Find out how you can get travel concessions such as an over-60 bus pass today. Find out more from Age UK now.

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