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  1. Levi explores his roots

    chef, musician and entrepreneur visited Age UK Barnet recently for a day of stories and fantastic food to mark Black History Month. Levi Roots shared stories from his life during a visit to Age UK Barnet ... leaving the woman who’d acted as his mother and father, and whose way of combining music and food led to the creation of Reggae Reggae Sauce, the product that would ultimately make Levi a household

  2. Changing how we age at Christmas

    Their previous session included a spotlight on Mauritian food and traditions, while this most recent one, attended by Levi, featured Caribbean food . That has been carried over into their Christmas party ... though. Sandra is joined for a plate of food by eight members of the Millwall Lionesses Football Club, who have volunteered to come and help out with serving food and chatting to everyone – providing

  3. Responding to the cost of living crisis

    especially those on lower incomes, the years since the pandemic have been characterised by cutting back. As food and energy prices soar, some have found themselves in a cycle of tough choices – turn off the ... blocked – a simple mistake which caused life to spiral out of control. Valerie was unable to buy food so was living on dried pasta. Her phone had been disconnected and her boiler wasn’t working

  4. Macaroni and broccoli bake recipe

    bones. With mature cheddar cheese, a small amount still gives a good flavour. Broccoli is a super-food, full of vitamins and minerals, and one of your 5 a day. Bacon, which is an optional addition, is

  5. Coronavirus variant: 30% increased mortality?

    more of the people it infects than previous variants. Where the previous variants may have led to 100 deaths, a similar number of infections with the new variant will likely lead to 130 deaths. This is ... individuals rather than populations. Most studies have suggested that coronavirus kills about 1 in every 100 people who catch it. The estimates relating to the higher risk from the new UK variant suggest that

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    and find an outfit for every season and occasion - we've got you covered! Visit our pre-loved page 100% of the profits from your online purchase goes towards the vital work Age UK does, including our advice

  7. Black History Month: Community and culture

    activities that promote independence, and get a taste of each other’s cultures through stories and food. “We celebrate each other's cultures as much as humanly possible,” says Colin. “It’s ... Government gives us the go ahead.” Colin was furloughed during lockdown, so volunteered to deliver food parcels to older people who were shielding, under the umbrella of the 'One One Cocoa Full Basket'

  8. A crisis hiding in plain sight

    terrible thought - struggling through your later years without enough money to afford basics like decent food and heating. Riding the bus, or spending hours in libraries and cafes, just to keep warm. But it’s ... are entitled to, while local Age UKs provide comfort, warmth and security through services such as food deliveries and handyperson schemes .  Will you help us? It will take all of us, working together

  9. Spiced Christmas sponge cake

    out of fondant icing. Decorating tip Whisk some red food colouring into your icing to make the cake look even more Christmassy. Or get some gold food spray (available in the home baking section at most

  10. Answering the call at Christmas

    festive period. For lots of us, Christmas Day is eagerly anticipated – a chance to celebrate with food, family, laughter and gifts. But, sadly, many people will find this Christmas a real struggle. More ... plenty to keep their own Christmas spirits up. "We have an amazing team who all contribute to Christmas food and we all tuck in," says Alison. "Our fridge is currently well stocked! "I know of two colleagues

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