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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.
NHS continuing healthcare is a free package of care for people who have significant ongoing healthcare needs. It is arranged and funded by the NHS.
This random acts of kindness day, say hello to an older neighbour you haven't spoken to before to show them you care. Plus more ideas for random acts of kindness.
If you're unhappy with the care that you or your loved one is receiving, there are steps you can take to resolve the problem. Find out more with Age UK.
Personal budgets and direct payments give you more control by allowing you to choose how your care budget is spent. Find out more on what to do here from Age UK.
You need to get a care needs assessment from your local council in order to be eligible for support from social services. Find out more from Age UK.
Read our helpful guides on home and care, covering topics like staying safe at home and the different housing options available to you.
UK's Health Influencing team and the Care Leavers Connected Project discuss how older people who were in care as children can best be supported when returning to care in later life.
Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director at Age UK, asks why caring responsibilities so often fall to women, and what we can do to better support carers.
unpaid carers, and the support available. Carers Week is an annual campaign that aims to raise awareness of unpaid carers by shining a light on the challenges they face and recognise the massive contributions ... contributions they make for families and communities throughout the UK. This year’s theme, ‘Caring About Equality’, highlights the inequalities unpaid carers face and what is needed to create a
Care home closures are a rare occurrence, but can cause anxiety and distress for those affected. This page will cover what to do if your care home is facing closure.