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  1. Relationships and family

    As you get older your relationships carry more meaning and you may begin to lose life-long friends. Age UK can help with this transition.

  2. The bedroom tax: how it works and who it affects

    The bedroom tax could mean you receive less in Housing Benefit – which may make it harder to cover your rent. Here's how it might affect you.

  3. Sex in later life

    Getting older doesn't have to mean giving up on sex. Read Age UK's advice on sex in later life to find out more.

  4. Winter illnesses

    In winter, cold weather and spending more time indoors mean illnesses spread more easily. Find out more about what you can do to protect yourself and stay well from Age UK.

  5. Financial jargon buster: financial terms explained

    so we've put together a handy jargon buster to help you keep track of what common financial terms mean. Find out more with Age UK.

  6. Dating in later life

    Getting older doesn't mean that our need for closeness and companionship goes away. Read Age UK's online guide to dating for tips on how to meet someone new.

  7. Benefits and accessing cash - coronavirus advice

    can be claimed and how we can access cash. We've outlined some of these changes and what they might mean for you.

  8. Keeping warm and well in winter

    As we get older, changes to our bodies mean that cold weather and winter bugs affect us more than they used to. But there are things you can do to stay warm and well. Find out more with Age UK.

  9. Living well with dementia

    A diagnosis of dementia doesn't mean life has to grind to a halt overnight. Find tips and advice from Age UK on how to live well with dementia.

  10. Why free TV licences for the over 75s matter

    to a free TV licence for the over 75s. TV can be a lifeline for older people. When mobility issues mean you struggle to get out and about, TV helps you stay connected. When money is a constant worry, it's ... a real kick in the nether regions." Why means testing isn't the answer  In June 2019, the BBC announced plans to means test the free TV licence. Means-tested benefits, which take into account how much

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