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  1. Information and advice for a specialised audience

    a wide range of issues affecting people in later life, from money and legal issues to health and housing. But the Alzheimer’s Show is a key opportunity for us to connect with – and learn from ... UK’s information guides are designed to provide exactly that. Ensuring accurate information After in-house Technical Advice Support Officers or external peer reviewers have updated the specialist information

  2. Peace of mind for the care of older parents

    father, a previously fit former builder, suffered a massive stroke. He was left unable to speak or move, resulting in care needs too great for Sharon’s mum to deal with. The family decided to explore ... not our problem’.” Sharon If I hadn’t made that call, my mum would have sold the house and ended up homeless. The news understandably took a toll on Sharon – so much so that she collapsed

  3. Solitude and loneliness in the age of coronavirus

    have increasingly made living by yourself a risky business if you’re older or poor.” 3. The key is moving between solitude and company Writing is a solitary pursuit, with David retreating to his study in ... that I can move between the conditions of isolation for work and going back into my house to be with my wife at will,” he reveals. “For me, the key to productive solitude is the capacity to move between solitary

  4. A Christmas less lonely

    Terrence visits Nancy at has invited him to have Christmas dinner with them. The public has also been moved by his recent appearance on BBC Breakfast. Dan Walker, one of the hosts, asked during an interview ... students from Oldham College visited his house with a tree and helped him to decorate it. Carol singers also sang one of his favourite songs, Silent Night, outside his house, which left Terrence in tears. Terrence

  5. I'm feeling lonely

    your week after retiring, for instance a relationship: it might be that you or a loved one has moved house, a relationship has come to an end, or someone you care about has died your health: health conditions ... some things that can keep you feeling physically and mentally well: If you can, getting out of the house can help break up the day. A bit of exercise, even just a walk to the shops, can really boost your

  6. Age UK’s Cost of Living Response Fund

    pay for essential items and household bills and as a result being pushed into debt, living in cold houses, eating less and cutting back on social activities with friends and family to survive. Age UK’s ... Evelyn Shy and softly spoken Evelyn was struggling to engage with other people since moving into retirement housing. She felt down and sometimes depressed, and meeting new friends wasn’t easy due

  7. The endless wait for care

    people return home from hospital. While it's great that the Government is putting real effort into moving older people out of hospitals – freeing up precious capacity and preventing older people's ... four weeks ago and we have heard nothing since. She has lost 5 stone in weight, cannot leave the house and needs three visits per day. She is wasting away and even with our experience and knowledge we

  8. Arthritis: symptoms, treatment & support

    about arranging help at home Adaptations to your home, such as grab rails and ramps may make moving around the house much easier, and specialist equipment like bath aids can make everyday tasks simpler. You

  9. Summer active challenge

    older people! Have the lighter evenings and warmer weather got you itching to get outside and get moving? Make this summer one to remember with a challenge in aid of Age UK! Choose your challenge How will ... £200 could do…or even £2,000! Nothing beats the thrill of getting out there and getting moving for a cause you believe in. And the more you raise through your challenge, the more older people

  10. Helping someone to get active

    able to do. Does the person you want to help struggle with basic activities like walking around the house and getting up the stairs? Here are some things you should encourage them to do: If they sit down ... down a lot during the day, suggest they get up once an hour. Or if that's not possible, get them to move their arms and legs for a few minutes. You could set a timer to remind them when to get up. Get them

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