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  1. Things to do to feel less lonely

    You could try something: active  like walking, swimming or yoga artistic  like a painting class or choir educational  like a U3A learning group . Sometimes, feelings of loneliness are associated ... Age UKs offer all sorts of clubs and activities, from coffee mornings and lunch clubs to exercise classes and quizzes. Trying something like this can be a great way of meeting new people in your community

  2. One step at a time

    or practical, financial or emotional reasons – for example, not being able to get to an exercise class or worrying about falling. However, with the normal ageing process causing loss of muscle mass and ... people we spoke to didn't like to think of themselves as 'old' so didn't respond well to the idea of 'classes for older people', many were nervous of joining in universal exercise or activity programmes in case

  3. Living well with dementia

    also improve your mood and lift your spirits. Walking, swimming, dancing and gentle exercise classes are all good options. If these kinds of activity are difficult for you to do, you can also try

  4. Getting started on the internet

    friends and family or meet new people. Some people use these apps to host activities such as exercise classes or book clubs. Click on any of the links below to find out more: how to use the messaging app WhatsApp ... the time – and it may help you eat well, too. There are plenty of online cooking and baking classes and tutorials available for free on the video-hosting website Youtube. Click here to search Youtube

  5. Looking after yourself as a carer

    instead of lifts or escalators. Or if you're able to, try making time for a regular class, such as a weekly dance class or swimming session. Find out more about how you can stay active Respite care provides ... caring responsibility. If you're able to, make time for something like an exercise group or an evening class. Taking part in an activity you enjoy will give you the opportunity to do something for yourself –

  6. Age UK information guides and factsheets

    Age UK information guides are short and easy to digest, giving a comprehensive overview of the relevant topic. Factsheets are longer with more detail.

  7. The Rainbow Café: a much-needed safe space

    since joined lots of Age UK Richmond’s other activities as well, like exercise and cooking classes. Aydee Loneliness affects everyone, but perhaps [the LGBT+ community] in particular, because of

  8. Three cheers for charitable beers

    refugees in the UK and helps them introduce their native cuisines to London audiences via cookery classes. They also brewed a beer to help fund the restoration of Nuclear Dawn, a 25 square metre mural painted

  9. Age UK at the Alzheimer's show 2019

    purpose," he explains. "They help me engage with other people and deal with my frustration." Art classes are another therapeutic activity for people with dementia, as they help people express themselves

  10. Frailty and the NHS Long Term Plan

    with support outside of the NHS that can provide practical and emotional help – such as exercise classes or advice about housing and benefits – and expand access to personal health budgets. The NHS Plan

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