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  1. The cost of cold

    health but we’re hearing from thousands, like Raymond and Geraldine, who are simply too scared of the high costs if they do. Many tell us that there is simply nothing left to cut back on. No one should ... sometime life-saving, medical equipment like a dialysis machine. Read our report on tackling the cost of living crisis for older people Raymond I’m turning all radiators off in rooms I don’t

  2. Cost of living advice

    With the cost of living rising, we could all do with some extra money in our pockets and help keeping the cost of our energy bills down. This section provides information that can help you feel more in ... in control of your finances.

  3. The importance of hobbies

    enjoyed over the years, and the positive impact they've had upon their lives. Having a hobby, whatever form it takes, is important. And while for many they provide a nice way to spend spare time and an opportunity ... individuals, both in their nineties. Keith Keith turns 99 soon. He's not wasted any of those years, though, having enjoyed a variety of pursuits, from extensive travels with the Scouts in his youth, to playing bowls

  4. Types of care home

    Care homes vary depending on the level of care provided. They range from nursing homes to homes for sufferers of dementia. Find out more from Age UK.

  5. Looking for work

    Age UK provides help for older people looking for work, from help with CVs and applications to job hunting, benefits, starting your own business and beyond.

  6. Intergenerational puppetry

    Puppetry is bringing together younger and older people to be creative and form friendships at Age UK Tunbridge Wells.

  7. Protection from abuse and neglect

    Elderly abuse and neglect can take many forms – including financial, emotional, physical and sexual. Find out more with Age UK.

  8. The allure of allotments

    Worcestershire. Located in Pershore, this plot provides ample space for older people to indulge their love of gardening and the great outdoors, while getting some exercise, socialising and growing delicious fruit ... amazing group of volunteers to help us maintain the plot.” One of these volunteers is Bridget. “Initially it was a question of getting the allotment into some sort of working order,” she explains of the large

  9. Postcards of Kindness

    Postcards of Kindness is an initiative that encourages people to send postcards to residents in care homes. Age UK visited an Essex care home to witness the joy this correspondence brings.

  10. The cost of caring

    This Carers' Week, Marie discusses her experience of being an unpaid carer for her husband, and why she thinks social care should be a priority this general election.

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