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  1. Painful Journeys for veterans

    should. Not everyone is eligible for free hospital transport, with veterans, people with limited mobility and those who are very unwell, among others, finding themselves ineligible. Extra costs to older

  2. The benefits of accepting help

    got stronger and stronger. I didn’t want to drag anyone else into my problem.” Terry mobility aids But eventually, Terry was left with no choice – and out of desperation, he contacted ... income – amounting to £13,000 a year – has enabled Terry to eat properly, buy mobility aids, and start to enjoy life again. “Without the help of Age UK, I could have been in very

  3. Top tips for ageing better

    Functional fitness sounds fancy, but it really just means exercises that build your strength, stamina and mobility and help you perform real-life, day-to-day activities. Functional fitness involves movements that ... dressing, and cooking may seem easy now – maintaining strength ensures they stay that way. Good mobility and fitness also allow us to enjoy hobbies, traveling, and socialising with family and friends –

  4. Health conditions that can affect your driving

    There's a lot to consider if you're an older driver. Our information and advice can help you learn how to declare health conditions to the DVLA, undertake a driving assessment and adapt to life without driving.

  5. The Big Bag Challenge

    quality clothes, shoes and accessories Books, DVDs and CDs Homeware and accessories Toys and games Mobile phones

  6. Getting active when you're not sure where to start

    to maintain our muscle mass. It's really important to strengthen our muscles, as this helps our mobility, flexibility and the strength of our bones. You could try the following exercises:  lifting

  7. Emanuel Hospital Charity

    she used to enjoy volunteering and attending community events but was finding this harder as her mobility declines and without the spare funds to pay for taxis. This left Janet feeling isolated and increasingly

  8. Ways to keep your spirits up

    Malnutrition Task Force website If we move more and eat well, it can also help to reduce falls and maintain mobility. Do what you can, and if you're concerned, speak to a healthcare professional.  Lots of people

  9. The Age UK Walking Programme

    walking group regularly for 6 or more sessions. There were self-reported improvements to stamina and mobility. Walking in a group helped people regain lost confidence, feel safe and supported. The Walking Programme

  10. How to look after your feet

    problems, report them to your doctor as soon as possible. If your foot condition affects your health or mobility, you may be able to have a routine podiatry appointment on the NHS. A podatrist (also known as a

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