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  1. The decline of cash during the COVID-19 pandemic

    without money but cannot physically get out to get some. Liu could pass some to Nian if he were allowed to visit, be he can't.  These are just are two of many stories the Age UK Advice Line has heard ... us able to ‘go digital’ have done so, whether that's online shopping, contactless or mobile payments. Millions rely on cash But a cashless society doesn't work for everyone. Older people in

  2. MoD Discount Service

    apply for Defence Discount Service on its website, through a free mobile app, or they can call the DDS team and request an application form in the post. Veterans can apply for the discount card, the Defence

  3. The real cost of living

    for Attendance Allowance,” explains James. “It’s hard when you hit a brick wall. It got me very down. “Age UK exceeded my expectations. The lady filled in my form, which is about ... questions, explained my situation to the Department for Work and Pensions and helped me access that allowance. I’ll never forget it.” Thanks to the extra money, James managed to save enough money

  4. Your hospital stay

    details of your treatment, take this too) a notebook and pen to write down any questions you have a mobile phone and charger money for phone calls or items from the hospital shop Snacks for between meals  ... whether you’ve fallen before.  Once you’ve been assessed you may be: treated and then allowed to go home if support can be provided at home moved to a Clinical Decisions Unit (CDU) to be monitored

  5. Volunteers providing exercises by phone

    being called to ‘point their toe at the floor like a ballerina’. The aim is to promote mobility but also to reduce social isolation at this difficult time.” Qualified instructions A qualified ... are receiving referrals from hospital discharge teams as well as occupational therapists, while allowing people to self-refer if they feel they would benefit from the service. All food parcel delivered

  6. Alicia's new life after work

    her membership to a local gym, where she’s been doing exercises to support her strength and mobility. “I walk in the swimming pool – I can walk better there than I can walk outside,” ... think I would deteriorate more physically.” A chance to chat Going to the gym regularly also allows Alicia to socialise, which is something she’s missed since finishing her job. “I have

  7. Dealing with someone's estate after their death

    good idea to place what’s called a ‘statutory notice for creditors’ in the press, allowing 2 months for any claims to be made (though some probate specialists recommend waiting up to 10 months) ... the estate, check if you need to send details of the estate so that you can complete the correct forms if necessary. Some estates don't need to be reported for Inheritance Tax (IHT). There's no IHT to

  8. Looking after your health and wellbeing during the cost of living crisis

    gentle chair exercises or stretching.  Moving your body gets your blood pumping, helps with your mobility and balance and keeps your body warm.   Changing how we cook and adapting our shopping lists ... you feel able to. For example, it isn't a good idea to take a shower instead of a bath if you have mobility issues that make baths much easier than showers.  Winter can be a difficult time but if you're

  9. The Rothesay Foundation

    dedicated staff to guide older people through the application process which includes help filling out the forms. We'll also hire additional staff for our national Advice Line to provide the same service over the ... Through our pilot campaign with Age UK, we know that benefits like Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance can be life-changing, unlocking potentially thousands of pounds each year for those in need. By

  10. My dad: family, faith and fostering

    more around the house now and I think he would have been a good house husband if he’d have allowed himself to do it, but his mum had always taught him that's not the way it was. When we were growing ... get Attendance Allowance . And I didn't know what to do about this, until someone recommended that I speak to Age UK. So, I phoned the Age UK Advice Line and we went through all the forms with us, helping

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