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  1. Are landlines being phased out?

    may also hear this referred to as a digital landline or 'Digital Voice', the name of BT's new home phone service. BT is one of many network providers making this change. Once you've moved to the new digital ... as a mobile phone or battery backup unit for emergency calls (but we have more information about this below).   What is a digital landline? Will I need an internet connection to make phone calls

  2. MoD Discount Service

    Service pride themselves on the variety of their offers, with members able to make savings on holidays, phones, energy bills, dining out, cars, travel, clothing, trips to the cinema, shopping, gifts and more ... this? Those that have served can apply for Defence Discount Service on its website, through a free mobile app, or they can call the DDS team and request an application form in the post. Veterans can apply

  3. Functional fitness – movement for better ageing

    Functional fitness focuses on movements that build your strength, stamina and mobility and help you perform real-life, day-to-day activities. Find out more about functional fitness as your age.

  4. Making devices easier to use for older people

    and computers can feel overwhelming, especially if you have trouble with your sight, hearing or mobility. Fortunately, there's a range of adjustable features to make sure the device meets your needs.

  5. Dogs and dementia support

    using dogs as part of their specialist dementia support. And as Day Support Manager Joanne Gorton explains, they're a popular addition.

  6. What is k and who are the super-spreaders?

    They're terms used a lot recently regarding coronavirus, but what do they mean? Dr Elizabeth Webb explains the science behind them.

  7. Why the delay to total easing of lockdown measures?

    Age UK's Head of Research explains why the decision has been taken to delay the total easing of lockdown measures.

  8. The science informing coronavirus guidelines for older people

    Dr Elizabeth Webb, Senior Research Manager at Age UK, explains why the Government has given special coronavirus advice to the over-70s.

  9. A DJ set with a difference

    James explains how he used his 20 years’ experience as a DJ to raise money for Age UK, in honour of his grandad Walter’s 100th birthday.

  10. The importance of eating well in later life

    In the UK one in ten people over 65 are undernourished or at risk of undernourishment. Age UK explains the importance of eating well as we get older.

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