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  1. Benefits for mixed age couples

    The way benefits are awarded to mixed age couples has changed. Find out if this affects you and what you should do if it does.

  2. Government help for energy bills

    Find out what government help with energy bills is available for you to help with the cost of living in the UK.

  3. Information for older trans people

    support you. There are groups and resources available for older LGBT+ people and trans people of all ages that you might find useful. Find a group for older LGBT+ people Our Trans issues and later life factsheet

  4. Day centres for older people

    Age UK's hugely popular day centres aim to improve the quality of life for older people by helping them to be independent and be with other people.

  5. Friendship services for older people

    They will often involve a volunteer befriender visiting an older person in their home, perhaps for a cup of tea and a chat, or accompanying them to an activity (such as a trip to a cafe or the theatre) ... signed up for our befriending service. "It's the best thing that I could have ever done," she says. Need some advice? The Age UK Advice Line is a free, confidential, national phone service for older people

  6. Dental services for older people

    regularly. If you’re on certain benefits you can receive free NHS treatment or you might be eligible for help through the NHS Low Income Scheme. To keep your teeth and gums healthy, it’s important to ... Based on the health of your teeth and gums, your dentist will decide how often you should visit them for a check-up. The recommendation is likely to be between 12 and 24 months, but it can be as often as

  7. Energy advice for the home

    An annual tax-free payment for people receiving certain benefits to help with heating costs during the colder months.  Find out more Cold Weather Payment Extra money for people receiving certain benefits

  8. Password tips for online security

    best thing you can do to stay safe online is set up a strong password and use different passwords for different devices and accounts. Find out more about online password security on the Age UK website

  9. Afternoon tea for veterans spreads the word

    Everyone loves a tea party. As well as providing a welcome chance for veterans to enjoy a cuppa and a slice of cake, Age UK Lancashire used their recent get together as an opportunity to raise awareness ... Forces project in the local area. Anyone for tea? On 13 March, more than 60 Lancashire veterans convened at Age UK Lancashire’s Wellbeing Centre in Ormskirk, for a special get-together in conjunction

  10. Care that's right for you

    Care that's right for you We understand that the care system isn't easy to navigate. Knowing where to start and what rights you have can feel daunting. But Age UK know what to do. There are 1.6 million ... need.  There are also so many carers that are trying to juggle the needs of the person they care for with their own, equally important needs.  Getting the right care and support is crucial. Find

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