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  1. Visiting in care homes: where now?

    by Caroline Abrahams from Age UK and Vic Rayner from the National Care Forum explains why visiting in care homes can and should continue to be the default.

  2. Help for Ukrainian nationals in the UK

    It's important to know your rights and what's available to you if you're a Ukrainian refugee arriving in the UK. Find out more from Age UK.

  3. A guide to redundancy in the UK

    a while or had wanted to stay at the company. Your employer should select employees for redundancy in a fair way. They may consult with you, or a representative such as a trade union, before making a final ... they make you redundant. They must follow the business’s redundancy policy and the conditions stated in your employment contract. Your employer has a duty to consider whether there are any alternative suitable

  4. World secrets of staying happy in winter

    Writer Helen Russell explains how people around the world manage to stay happy and healthy in even the coldest, darkest conditions.

  5. Accessible days out in the South East

    Our guide looks at some the best attraction in the South East which are perfect for those with accessibility needs - including Blenheim Palace and Ightham Mote.

  6. Loneliness meets its match in Manchester

    Manchester United fans who went to Old Trafford to meet their heroes to help raise awareness of loneliness in older people.

  7. Pet pals: companionship in later life

    Keep Your Pet, a service from Age UK York, is helping older people to keep their dogs, cats and pets in the face of challenging circumstances. Animals can have a profound effect on our health and wellbeing ... service at Age UK York , understands this better than most. The proud owner of three dogs herself, in her 10 years working for Age UK York , Bev has helped hundreds of older people keep their furry friends

  8. Leave a legacy donation in your will

    With a gift to Age UK in your will, you can do so much to make sure older people have the support they deserve in the years to come.

  9. Free days out in the UK

    Get ideas for free days out in the UK, ideal for people over 50. Don't forget to also get our Free Days out in the UK guide.

  10. How to keep cool in hot weather

    much time outside or exercising during the hottest part of the day (between 11am and 3pm), and keep in the shade. Wear a sun hat and carry a bottle of water with you. Wear light-coloured, lightweight cotton ... inside than out. Most medication should be kept below 25°C – so it can be best to keep it in the fridge when it's really hot. Check your skin for changes every few months. If you notice that a

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