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Why do we value old objects over older people? Age UK is here to change how we age.
Here's how, with your support, Age UK is supporting older people through the cost of living crisis.
A range of products to help you make the most of later life are available through Age UK Trading, with profits given to the charity.
baking them treacle toffee and bringing them newspapers in the morning. The stylish blogger Suzi Grant ’s diverse array of interests and professional experiences have served her well in her latest venture ... nothing gave me the joy and excitement I needed to make me spring out of bed in the morning.” Suzi Grant image Following the advice of her two godchildren, Suzi decided to look into blogging, and quickly
other,” says Margaret. “One of the most important aspects is not taking each other for granted,” says Maurice of the danger of complacency in a relationship when you’re with your significant
Roger Mitchell, who died in September 2021. Mitchell is arguably most famous for directing the Hugh Grant rom-com classic Notting Hill, but many of his other films have been characterised by fascinating roles
air-source heat pumps, but also more efficient and quieter. Age UK is calling on the Government to expand grant support for heat pumps for low-income households. 3. Draught-proof your home Draughty windows, doors
rent or move to a smaller property. DHPs are only a temporary measure – they can’t be granted on an ongoing basis. However, the length of time you can receive DHP is decided case-by-case.
The summer also brought plenty of things to celebrate for our local Age UKs. In July, around 300 attendees took to the floor for Age UK Somerset’s tea dance , which raised more than £2
increase in wholesale energy prices this winter. Last year, the Government implemented the Winter Grant Scheme to help support people during the pandemic. The Scheme provided money to local councils to
Shop online with Age UK's eBay and preloved page to support older people.
We're supportive of the WASPI Campaign and their efforts to draw attention to the situation. Here you can see Age UK's statement on the WASPI campaign.
From befriending and social activities to footcare, information and advice and our charity shops, Age UK delivers a number of services designed to help older people