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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.
transport Age UK runs door to door transport services for older people in some parts of the country. These either take the form of: Wheelchair-accessible minibus services Befriending schemes, where the befriender ... older people to arrange transport with a local provider, such as Dial-a-Bus or the Royal Voluntary Service . There may be a small charge to cover the cost of petrol. Older people who are frail and have mobility
Many local Age UKs operate handyperson services. These services offer older people extra help with small practical jobs to make their lives easier and safer around the home.
your dentist will decide how often you should visit them for a check-up. The recommendation is likely to be between 12 and 24 months, but it can be as often as every 3 months. Your dentist will help make ... appointments. A dentist who has all their NHS slots filled may have private appointments available, but these will be charged differently to NHS appointments. Always check the cost and payment options with your dentist
Age UK explains how our befriending service works, and meet some of the older people who have benefited from befriending.
Caitlin, a volunteer for our telephone friendship service, explains how chess lessons brought her and her friend Sydney closer together.
Volunteers don't come more dedicated than Pat Wardman, who celebrates 30 years continuous service in an Age UK shop.
Four advisors from the Age UK Advice Line team describe what to expect from a call to this vital service.
Linda, a member of the Age UK Telephone Friendship Service, discusses her relationship with her great-grandson, Cayden.
You can have your will written by a local solicitor with Will Aid and help raise funds for wonderful causes including Age UK.
If you want to be sure your wishes will be met after you die, then making a will is vital. It may prevent you from paying unnecessary taxes to the government.