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  1. Inspiring action in Race Equality Week

    extraordinary courage earned her the nickname "Moses" and inspired her famous declaration: "I never ran my train off the track, and I never lost a passenger." Harriet’s fight for justice extended far beyond ... history to plan and lead a military raid — breaking barriers and redefining what was possible for women of her time. But Harriet’s legacy didn’t end with emancipation. After the war, she continued

  2. A brilliant bond: Margaret and Sarah

    had long stretches of being the sole parent to her children while her husband was away completing training and assignments. “When Dad was away, Mum would get loads of treats in, pull the telly into ... Speaking of Margaret’s values, what qualities does Sarah most admire about her mum? “Her strength, definitely,” Sarah reveals. “She’s been through so much, like all the worries

  3. Over 60 free bus pass, senior railcard and transport concessions

    Find out how you can get travel concessions such as an over-60 bus pass today. Find out more from Age UK now.

  4. Getting help when feeling unwell

    non-life-threatening situation. The phone line operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Highly trained staff will ask you some questions about your symptoms. Following this, they may tell you how to look ... shingles impetigo infected insect bites earache (in children) uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women (aged 16-64 years old) If you don't have to pay for your prescriptions, for example because you're

  5. Julian's epic journey

    of a sportsman in his school days, but as he became a teenager, running and cycling became great strengths and passions. At that time, he lived in Somerset, so would regularly cycle to the south coast and ... time, he worked hard to ensure he was hitting daily targets, having built up his stamina through training and time in the gym beforehand. Julian was also heartened by the support he received in his fundraising

  6. No age limit: older people and domestic abuse

    seriously and for them to get the support they need through specialist services. We're calling for training that gives healthcare professionals the ability to spot and report signs of abuse in older people ... Free to call, open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 For women and children who are experiencing or who have experienced domestic abuse, open 24 hours, 7 days a

  7. Stories to celebrate, experiences to learn from

    and his mother was a seamstress, to his arrival in England during the Second World War, where he trained as a Gunner in the RAF. He describes his experiences of discrimination as a scourge “[he] had ... came to the UK from Jamaica to provide for their families, leaving children at home. Between the two women, they worked as cleaners, nannies, and supervisors. “I learned from them the art of never taking

  8. Pet pals: companionship in later life

    dog walkers build up a real bond with the older people they’re helping. Our volunteers are trained in all aspects of Age UK York services, so if they go to pick up an animal and discover that the ... getting people out and about.” Leading the way Considering the service is going from strength to strength, what does Bev hope the future holds for Keep Your Pet? “As far as I’m aware,

  9. Osteoporosis symptoms, risk factors & treatment

    Age UK provides information and advice on osteoporosis, osteoporosis treatment and osteoporosis exercise.

  10. Age UK Trading Bathing Solutions

    Bathing in comfort and style *Lines are open 7 days a week. Calls may be recorded for training or monitoring purposes Age UK Trading Stairlifts, Homelifts & Bathing Solutions are provided by Savaria ... or further information, please view the full range or call Handicare. Calls may be recorded for training or monitoring purposes. View full range 0800 566 8292 * Lines are open 7 days a week*.  * Lines

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