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  1. Why are older people more at risk from coronavirus?

    has an MSc in Epidemiology from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and a PhD in Social Epidemiology from University College London. She discusses that while there’s evidence to support ... focus on the scientific evidence the Government has used to inform their guidance on social distancing, self-isolation and shielding. This branch of epidemiology uses mathematical modelling to predict the

  2. The nation is fundraising for Age UK

    gave. “This isolation we are all going through at the moment makes you think a lot about those who are vulnerable and alone. It also makes you stop and think and realise that this isolation is what a lot ... what it was like to part with his luscious locks… “I’d seen a lot of people shaving their heads on social media, so I knew it wasn’t the most original idea. I’d never had my hair that short before, though

  3. What is cautious hugging?

    has said that we can make the personal choice whether to socially distance when we meet up with friends and family. While we should still socially distance from people who aren't in the group we're socialising ... contact with someone else who has, hugs are off the table and you should follow the rules about self-isolation. 4. Do you both want to hug? We’ve missed out on a lot of hugs over the past year or so, and

  4. Parliament listens to older people regarding coronavirus

    needed to reflect on how the pandemic had changed society for older people. The group also felt that social inclusion was important, and that older people are often forgotten about. Steve from Manchester said ... understanding of older people’s needs. Members of the House of Lords responded, saying that improved social relationships could help with conversations about end of life and dispel the myths that some people

  5. All about Silver Sunday

    put on special events that welcome older people – particularly those who may be lonely or isolated. My role with Silver Sunday is to act as a catalyst, reaching out to community groups and businesses ... to and nothing to get out of bed for. Stock 1 In the face of austerity and council funding cuts to social care , the idea of Silver Sunday was born – a day in the calendar to celebrate older people

  6. Age UK: making care visible

    acknowledged and supported. The arrival of Carers Week also provides opportunity to review the picture of social care and the parts of the system most in need of attention. Age UK continues to campaign for changes ... we have seen in heart-breaking news stories, those providing unpaid care and those working in the social care system have been particularly hard hit. It’s a really scary time for some carers and their

  7. Joyce's story

    couple agreed home was the best place for David, though it's proved tough on them both. Having self-isolated because of the coronavirus outbreak, Joyce explains her worries about what this will mean for their ... only been isolated for a week now, and already I can feel the difference. The children don't want to come in case they bring anything. "I don't generally get depressed, but with total isolation, being a

  8. A Christmas less lonely

    This is his story. You've probably heard Terrence's name recently, with the 78-year-old having taken social media (and the nation's hearts) by storm. He first appeared on BBC Breakfast, explaining how he'd ... Christmas, and Age UK want to be able to extend that to all older people experiencing loneliness and isolation. Appearing on BBC Breakfast, Laurie Boult, our Director of Fundraising, said: "Terrence shared his

  9. The Age UK Walking Programme

    aimed to improve the physical health of older people, whilst also addressing loneliness and social isolation in local communities. Age UK research showed the following*: 27% (around 4.3 million) said they

  10. Walking tips and advice for older people

    help to relieve depression . Walking can also be a social activity when done in a group or with friends, so it can help to tackle feelings of isolation or loneliness. It reduces your risk of dementia Being

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