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Here's how, with your support, Age UK is supporting older people through the cost of living crisis.
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discounted utility bills for those least able to afford them. As we emerge from an extremely difficult winter in which the cost of energy surged far above the budgets of millions of older people, Age UK continues ... and unaffordable for many. Our research earlier this year found that cost of living pressures this winter led to more than half (54%) of older people cutting back on heat and power, and more than a quarter
health deteriorate as a result of extreme weather patterns. After decades of campaigning on excess winter deaths and the problem of cold homes, Age UK is also keenly aware of the adverse health impacts that ... you’re eligible. 2. Install low-carbon heating Even a well-insulated house needs heating in winter. Switching to the best eco-heating option , a heat pump, can reduce your impact on the climate. It
businesses to inspire and engage staff and customers of all ages. charitable trusts, philanthropists and grant givers donated generously in our UK work and also the work of our sister charity Age International ... expertise to tackle poverty and reduce inequalities, including successfully campaigning to restore the Winter Fuel Payment , putting £1.5 billion back in pensioners’ pockets ensuring older
thousands of calls, noticing an increased number of concerns about the cost of living during the winter months . “People are worried about what’s going to happen with their finances,” ... Peta agrees. “At the bottom line, we’re all here to help each other and there is a real warmth. We can bolster each other, and we all want to do a positive and productive job. There are lots of
layers around the house Wearing multiple layers can keep you warmer than wearing one thick layer as warmth gets trapped between each layer. If you're worried about your energy usage, it's important ... shower instead of a bath if you have mobility issues that make baths much easier than showers. Winter can be a difficult time but if you're worried and anxious about costs rising, you're not alone. It's
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Getting your flu vaccination is a very important way to help protect your health during the winter – and if you're 65 or over you can get it for free.
autumn and winter, the make-up of the birds in our gardens changes, with some arriving from the continent and Scandinavia. It’s a good time for big swirling flocks of starlings or winter wading birds ... need. Meanwhile, adults are recovering from the breeding season, so they need extra help too. During winter, choose high fat foods, as the feeding days are shorter and the nights are colder. And don’t