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  1. A 'novel' prize for the over 50s

    We spoke to bestselling author Gillian Slovo about the Christopher Bland writing prize for over 50s. She tells us about the new prize and gives us her top tips for becoming a writer later in life.

  2. Volunteer with the Connect and Support Service

    Volunteer with Age UK's Connects, a free national service which provides older people with support over the phone to help them gain access to the services and activities that could benefit them.

  3. The Omaze Million Pound House Draw, the Lake District

    support older people. Together, we raised an unbelievable £5.25 million for older people That's the most ever raised by an Omaze charity partnership! Thank you so much to everyone who entered the

  4. Jeanette's story

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

  5. 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…

  6. 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

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. Sumita's support

    discusses International Women’s Day, how this year’s theme of ‘inspiring inclusion’ chimes with her experiences, and why a life of work helping others prepared her to embrace Age UK’s support.

  10. Michael's story

    Michael, a storyteller from Age UK's Christmas appeal, discusses the isolation he's experienced and how calls with his telephone befriender help.

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