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  1. What is a living will (advance decision)?

    requirements in our Advance decisions, advance statements and living wills factsheet (linked at the bottom of the page). Before making an advance decision, it's a good idea to discuss your options with a healthcare ... healthcare professional who knows your medical history. You can talk about the risks and benefits of certain treatments you could be offered in the future, and what refusing them might mean. You may also want

  2. What to do when someone dies

    think through what you need to do. The first thing to do when someone dies depends on the circumstances of their death. If someone dies at home and their death was expected Call their GP practice and nearest ... complete their part of a medical certificate, which explains the cause of death. This is then sent to a medical examiner (a senior doctor) who reviews it. The medical examiner or one of their team will then

  3. What is financial abuse?

    Financial abuse is the mistreatment of someone in terms of their money or assets, such as their property. Financial abuse often occurs alongside other forms of abuse.  Financial abuse can include: ... lasting power of attorney, property or inheritance.  Click here if you need to leave this page quickly While financial abuse can look very different for different people, there are signs of financial

  4. Fast Reply Rules

    qualifying response to each applicable promotion is received. Qualifying responses will comprise of a fully completed application to join the Age UK Weekly Lottery, using an Application Form which includes the ... The prizes will be one of 10 available £50 gift cards There are no alternatives to the gift cards awarded. No liability is accepted for the loss, theft or delayed receipt of any communication. Further

  5. Personal care budgets

    support from your local council, they'll set a personal budget as part of your care plan. The personal budget is the overall cost of meeting your care needs. You may be able to receive your personal budget ... you can arrange your own care. A personal budget is part of your care plan if the local council arrange care for you. It's the overall cost of meeting your care and support needs and is usually given as

  6. How to apply

    Ready to apply? We're excited you're thinking of applying to join the team! Here are a few pointers to help you with your application.

  7. A day in the life of the Age UK Advice Line

    A day in the life of those taking calls on the Age UK Advice Line.

  8. Looking for work

    Age UK provides help for older people looking for work, from help with CVs and applications to job hunting, benefits, starting your own business and beyond.

  9. Intergenerational puppetry

    Puppetry is bringing together younger and older people to be creative and form friendships at Age UK Tunbridge Wells.

  10. Protection from abuse and neglect

    Elderly abuse and neglect can take many forms – including financial, emotional, physical and sexual. Find out more with Age UK.

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