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  1. Fire safety tips at home

    It’s important that we are safe in our homes. Read this guide from Age UK about how to make sure your gas, fire and electric appliances at home are safe.

  2. Protecting yourself against the flu

    for thinking that winter, and all that comes with it, is over. Unfortunately flu is still very much in season, and it can still have a devastating impact if you catch it. The risk So far, 2,182 people have ... has once again made the headlines, highlighting just how serious it can be. Despite the increase in hospital admissions, GPs have seen fewer people coming into the surgery because of flu this year. So it

  3. Looking after yourself in a heatwave

    for staying cool in a heatwave Check on older neighbours or relatives who live alone and are living with health issues – Especially if they are at higher risk of becoming unwell in extreme temperatures ... sunscreen of factor 30 or above, wear a hat and keep in the shade when possible. When inside, try to keep your home cool – Keep curtains and blinds closed in rooms that catch the sun, and shut windows during

  4. Donate in memory of your loved one

    Making a donation in memory of a loved one is a wonderful way to celebrate their life. Donate in memory to Age UK today.

  5. COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in BAME communities

    the COVID-19 vaccine? With your help, Age UK can better understand. The COVID-19 vaccination rollout in the UK has now reached 20 million people. But not everyone is taking the opportunity to receive their ... to 72% of Asian people and 49% of Black people. It is difficult to know if this is being borne out in the uptake of the coronavirus vaccine, as there are not official statistics on the ethnicity of people

  6. How to support older people in 2025

    health and care system under immense strain . But while these challenges show little sign of easing in the near future, Age UK has resources available to help. Finances and the cost of living The financial ... Many older people are facing considerable financial strain, exacerbated by the ongoing rise in living costs . In some cases, financial insecurity has led to older people making difficult choices, such as

  7. Moving in with children and family

    Moving in with family can seem like the ideal solution if you need support, want to spend more time with your grandchildren, or need to downsize.

  8. Ageing in coastal and rural communities

    underlying health inequalities for older men, older people from ethnic minorities and older LGBTQ+ people in coastal and rural communities. Our research included interviews with older people from these communities ... understand and work with these communities. Identifying gaps In 2019, Public Health England published a review of Health Inequalities for Older Populations in Rural and Coastal Areas . This identified a number of

  9. In the driving seat information guide

    considering when thinking about driving in later life. This guide explains the legal, practical, and personal considerations to take into account when thinking about driving in later life. It covers: renewing ... other ways of getting around. Download your guide (PDF, 3 MB) Need this guide in another format? This guide is also available in other formats if that's more suitable for you. You can request a free printed

  10. Get in touch with us about volunteering

    If you have questions about volunteering, here's how to get in touch.

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