Briefing: The free bus pass This briefing note provides information about the free bus pass in England and explains Age UK’s views. (Policy on the bus pass is devolved to local administrations in Scotland ... Wales - where there are differences in the application of travel concessions). February 2016 Contact: joe.oldman@ageuk.org.uk 2 Who qualifies for a bus pass? A minimum standard for concessionary
Equity release refers to the various ways in which you can use your home to generate income. This means that you can release cash from your home without the hassle of having to move.
older people. Written for Age Cymru by the Bevan Foundation, draws on the views and experiences of more than 300 people aged 60 and over of the importance of bus services
Thinking about the end of life can be difficult, but being well informed can help us stay in control of the way we die.
Written evidence: Bus Services Bill March 2017 Why bus services matter to older people 1. Age UK believes that wherever they live older people should be able to reach key services, friends and family ... transport is vital to leading an active and independent life. 2. A lack access to transport can have a profound impact on the quality of life, health and wellbeing of those in later life. For those without access
Beat the bad weather with these simple steps If bad weather is forecast, make sure you have everything you need. Check you've got enough medication and food in case it's harder to leave the house ... be handy if the water supply is interrupted. Have torches handy around the home in case of a power cut. And some spare batteries too. Keep emergency numbers nearby. Call 105 in the event of a
opportunities: the impact on older people of cuts to rural bus services Missed opportunities: the impact on older people of cuts to rural bus services 1 Introduction 2 Changes to Bus Services 4 Social ... Finance 10 Bus services 11 Future cuts 12 Case studies 13 Conclusion 24 Recommendation 25 Contents Missed opportunities: the impact on older people of cuts to rural bus services 2 Introduction Bus services
Use our resources to find out how to spot loneliness in those you care for and what you can do to help.
are some key practical issues to consider when remarrying. Taking some time to think about your finances can save a lot of heartache for you and your family in the future.
Regardless of age, very few people feel well all the time. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can get help when you’re ill, or if you just need advice about your health.