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Wendy Mitchell discusses her new book, in which she dispels misconceptions about life with dementia.
what older people thought of us and what they wanted us to be, how our partners and colleagues felt about the ways we presented ourselves, and how the public perceived us. We conducted 35 focus groups and ... realistic about the challenges older people face but we’re optimistic for a future where all older people are valued and included. We hope it’ll help start a national conversation about what kind
It can be difficult to think about life ending, but it's a good idea to give yourself time to think and talk through all of your options. Download our guide to find out more.
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The cast of the award-winning show learned more about Age UK campaign with Cadbury to tackle loneliness.
parliament. Social care means a lot to me personally as well as professionally. Sadly, my Mum died about two months ago but for the last four years of her life I was her part-time carer. A fit and active ... mental capacity in an instant. This completely changed both our lives. It’s one thing to know about social care in theory, another to experience it first-hand. I have seen the good – and the not
You have the right to expect good quality services from the NHS. Find information about making an NHS complaint and what to include from Age UK.
Vaccines: Where? When? How? If you have questions about receiving your COVID-19 vaccine, then Joel Lewis, Age UK's Policy Manager, is here to answer them. With the COVID-19 vaccine rollout gathering pace ... regarding when and how they'll be contacted, and what to do if they haven't. Plus, with headlines about 'vaccine scams' appearing, it's important to understand how the process works and what you should
The questions families should be asking themselves to make an informed decision about plans this Christmas.
Let's talk about sex... Research tells us that intimacy remains important in later life, but is there enough sexual health care and support available for older people? Physical activity is vital in later ... healthy, but what about sex? It’s the most natural expression of affection, but what role does it play in our lives as we get older? How can it help us stay healthy as we age? Talking about sex Insights into