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  1. Why can winter be such a challenging time for older people?

    The Age UK Health Influencing team details how older people can be supported to stay well this winter.

  2. Spread the Warmth

    Winter can be a tough time for older people. That’s why it’s so important we look after each other – so we can beat this winter together. Find out how you can help.

  3. Festive fundraising

    Join us this Christmas and fundraise - together, we won’t let older people spend a winter alone.

  4. Explaining the energy crisis and what can be done about it

    Research officer David Southgate explains the Government’s options for supporting older people this winter.

  5. Older people's policy is now a mess

    Charity Director, Caroline Abrahams, examines the consequences of the Government's decision around the Winter Fuel Payment.

  6. Easter cupcakes recipe

    cake: 125g flour 125g sugar 2 tsps baking powder ¼ tsp bicarb 125g butter (room temperature) 2 free range eggs (room temperature) 1 ½ tbsps milk ½ tsp vanilla For the icing: 300g butter 480g icing sugar

  7. Looking after your boiler

    Looking after your boiler is especially important in the lead-up to winter. Going without hot water and heating is bad news at any time of year, but particularly in the colder months. There are a few things ... lagging which can be slipped over the pipes. It’s best to insulate your boiler pipes before winter. Occasionally switch your on during the summer While switching your boiler off in the summer can

  8. What’s the latest on a coronavirus vaccine?

    we know about the progress of a coronavirus vaccine - and other important questions to consider as winter approaches.

  9. Keeping up with changes to the benefit system

    Age UK explains about recent changes to the Winter Fuel Payment, benefits rates, and how Age UK can help older people get what they’re owed – over the phone, online and in the local area.

  10. Ways to keep your spirits up

    Winter can be a tough time for lots of us. But there are some simple steps you can take to keep your spirits up. Find out more with Age UK.

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