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  1. A guide to income tax for pensioners

    income if it is over a certain amount. Not all income is taxable, and you may be able to claim allowances or reliefs to reduce the amount of tax you pay Not all income counts towards Income Tax. You may ... such as Carer’s Allowance and Statutory Sick Pay income from a trust. You do not have to pay tax on: Pension Credit Universal Credit Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence

  2. TCS London Marathon charity places

    years, Age UK were a great support for advice to myself and my sister. I would like to raise funds to allow this amazing work to continue to support others. Why run for Age UK? When someone's desperately lonely ... an older person is forced to live in a freezing house because they're worried about the cost of heating, we give them the support they need to regain control. We're here because everyone deserves a place

  3. Looking after your health and wellbeing during the cost of living crisis

    years old, your NHS prescriptions should be free .  Many of us may be trying to cut back on our heating costs during the cost of living crisis, but finding ways to stay warm is vital to staying well, particularly ... in your diet when the weather's colder.  Consider using different equipment in the kitchen Heating up foods in the microwave where possible can be more cost-effective than using the hobs or the oven

  4. Supporting older people through change

    it.” Emma then visited Mary to talk to her about her benefit entitlement, including Attendance Allowance, the main disability benefit for people of state pension age. It was then that Mary opened up about ... not let anyone in to her home. We arranged to meet at her friend’s house,” says Emma. “She had no heating or hot water and hadn’t for a couple of years. As a result the house was cold and damp and her furniture

  5. Terry's story

    Without his wife’s benefits, he found it difficult to pay the bills, and feared putting on the heating despite experiencing breathing difficulties worsened by the cold. Terry felt very alone and would ... Terry turned to the Age UK Advice Line for help, and with their support he was awarded Attendance Allowance. “It saves me worrying about where the money is going to come from next,” says Terry

  6. The ingredients for a better life

    ” Thanks to the assistance of the Age UK Advice Line , Iris was able to secure the Attendance Allowance , Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Payment she was entitled to. Now she doesn’t need to be anxious ... will be left over after she pays the bills each month - this extra money has enabled her to put the heating on when she needs it, and shop for nutritious food instead of the cheaper, unhealthier options. And

  7. How benefits checks can change lives

    presented more obstacles to overcome. For people who can’t leave their homes, groceries and heating can take on an added significance, providing a source of comfort and consistency. But the soaring ... she says. But with support from the new Benefits Entitlement Team, Maggie was awarded Attendance Allowance. Maggie Now I can get a taxi to the hospital without thinking ‘there goes my Sunday dinner’

  8. Home Truths: security for older private renters

    paid. For someone just scraping by on a pension, that might mean missing meals or switching off the heating just to keep a roof over their head. Many put up with damp, disrepair or other dangerous living conditions ... their landlord might do if they “cause a fuss”. Sadly, these fears are justified. Landlords are allowed to evict older renters at short notice even when they’ve done nothing wrong. Those without family

  9. Winter vegetable stew recipe

    of dried or fresh herbs Black pepper and chillies or pepper sauce to taste Method In a frying pan heat the olive oil and add the onion, garlic and chillies and cook until softened. Add herbs and cook for ... dried pasta and beans. Gradually add the stock while the pasta cooks. Cook until the pasta goes soft. Allow to cool slightly then serve for lunch or tea. For more information call the Age UK Advice Line on

  10. Winter running tips

    for the new year. Warming Up Warm up inside during the winter months so your body can heat up progressively allowing your muscles to be ready to meet the cold outside. Walking to start with is recommended ... almost 70% of all body heat is lost through these. Don't forget reflective strips so you are visible. Shoes Wearing tight shoes cause your feet to be compressed losing blood flow and heat - always wear shoes

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