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  1. A 'novel' prize for the over 50s

    Gillian Slovo about the Christopher Bland writing prize for over 50s. She tells us about the new prize and gives us her top tips for becoming a writer later in life.

  2. Our benefits package

    Age UK staff enjoy a wide range of benefits, including a competitive pension, a Bupa cash plan, discounts at selected retailers, and childcare vouchers. Read below for full details.

  3. Baked apple with raisins recipe

    This Age UK favourite recipe provides a warm dessert which is cooked in the oven. Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 50 minutes | Serves: 1

  4. Travel insurance with medical conditions

    Information on travel insurance products products offered by Age UK for the over 50s.

  5. Write a letter to a grandparent

    This random acts of kindness day, remind a grandparent you're thinking about them by writing a letter. Plus more ideas for random acts of kindness.

  6. A DJ set with a difference

    James explains how he used his 20 years’ experience as a DJ to raise money for Age UK, in honour of his grandad Walter’s 100th birthday.

  7. Fundraise as a community

    Discover ways to fundraise for Age UK with a community group.

  8. Apply for a medal

    If you're eligible, you can apply for a medal for time spent in the armed forces

  9. A passion for pets

    “They're my family.” Ann, a member of the Age UK Telephone Friendship Service, discusses her lifelong devotion to animals and the many benefits of owning pets. “You could have a diamond ring, and it wouldn't ... and ensure that its wellbeing is preserved, so it gives you a routine,” explains Ann. “And with dogs you have to take them for a walk, which helps with mobility, and opens up an avenue for

  10. A Christmas less lonely

    Terrence's story Terrence was born in 1941, during the war, and had two siblings. He became a nurse, taking to it "like a duck to water" and stayed in the care profession for the rest of his working life. Twenty ... Twenty years ago his mother was diagnosed with cancer, and died three months later. "It took me a long time to get over the death of my mother," he says. "[We] had been exceptionally close". BBC Breakfast

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