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Why do we value old objects over older people? Age UK is here to change how we age.
Here's how, with your support, Age UK is supporting older people through the cost of living crisis.
A range of products to help you make the most of later life are available through Age UK Trading, with profits given to the charity.
Help a lonely older person this Christmas Your gift could help an isolated older person to feel less alone, at Christmas and all year round. For too many older people, life gets smaller as the years go ... people will be in this lonely place. Isolation means these older people will have no one to ask for help. Not when ill health means they can't leave their homes. Not when money's so tight they're choosing
on eligibility for social housing and homelessness won't apply to you. This means you can get help with housing in a similar way to British citizens. However, in some areas, there may be a long wait ... immediate danger you should call the police by dialling 999. For more information about getting help with abuse and neglect concerns see our Protection from abuse page .
and winter bugs bite, Age UK is expecting there to be more older people in need of support. You can help us be there when we’re needed most.
Digital Drop-in sessions help give older people digital confidence. Age UK speak to Pat about how they've improved her knowledge of social apps and social life.
Download Age UK's Getting help at home information guide to find out about getting support with day-to-day tasks – from housework to personal care.
Things you can do to help older people with practical stuff, or keeping spirits up, during this period of social distancing in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
With the help of kind supporters like you, we are working hard to be there and offer support to lonely older people up and down the country. Hear about the difference we’re making in people’s lives.
How can talking therapies help older people cope with low mood or feelings of anxiety?
Whether we can help you or someone else who would benefit from our support, we offer a range of services that can make a real difference all year round.
Download Age UK's Getting help with debt information guide to find out about the support that's available to help you tackle debt problems.