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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.
flu can be a miserable experience for anyone. Even when you are fit and healthy, flu can knock you for six, and for older people in particular it can lead to serious health problems like pneumonia.
The Age UK Health Influencing team answers your questions about the best ways for older people to stay healthy this winter.
the needs of older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people using health and social care services. Download our resource pack for professionals.
The term frailty or ‘being frail’ is often used to describe a particular state of health. Read this guide from Age UK for more information around frailty.
on the size and type of fundraiser you are planning. Although Age UK is not ultimately responsible for your fundraising and can’t accept any liability, please do get in touch with us by emailing ... fundraising starts. Take a look on the GOV.UK site for some planning tips. It's also important to check with your local authority to see whether you need any licenses for things like playing recorded music or holding
about all aspects of ageing. That’s why we’re a founding collaborator in the Global Council on Brain Health
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.
Staying physically active is important to maintaining health and happiness. Find advice and support from Age UK to help you get moving so you'll feel better for longer.
Examining the link between wealth and health, and how the cost of living crisis has worsened the health and wellbeing of people who are financially disadvantaged.
Age UK's Health Influencing team discusses updates to the NHS 10 Year Plan and what to expect in 2026.