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Life on a low income The reality of poverty for older people in Wales May 2014 2 All older people should have an adequate standard of living in later life. No-one should need to endure a calamitous reduction ... are real examples of what life is like for older people living on low incomes. It is a story of having to make stark compromises and tough choices every day. For those who are reliant on the State Pension
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Nomination for change-maker Your name ……………………………………………………………………… Name of person you’re nominating ……………………………………… …..Please tell us the town they live in ………………………………………… Please tell us why you’re nominating
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you the peace of mind that your loved ones are cared for and your wishes are met. It also means you can make a huge difference to those needing help and support by leaving a gift to a charity. We at Age ... the lives of older people across Wales. A legacy gift to Age Cymru will allow much needed funds to help those that struggle and are vulnerable, lonely and isolated, ensuring that, in the future, Wales will
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this guide is about 2 Preparing for winter 3 Staying safe and healthy 6 Keeping warm indoors and out 12 Keeping your home warm 14 What extra money could I be eligible for? 16 Heating your home efficiently ... 20 Useful organisations 23 Helpful telephone numbers 27 Supporting the work of Age Cymru 28 With a little preparation, and by following some simple suggestions, we can help ourselves to stay healthy
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number of national bodies including the National Assembly for Wales on the drafting of the Social Services and Well-being Act, and the Welsh Government’s Safeguarding and Protection Advisory Committee ... Lords and House of Commons Committee on the draft Mental Incapacity Bill, and between 2017 and 2020 was a member of the Commissioner for Older People Northern Ireland’s statutory review of Dunmurry
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Preparing for winter 3 Your winter health 6 Keeping yourself warm 12 Keeping your home warm 14 What extra money could I be eligible for? 16 Heating your home efficiently 17 Useful organisations 21 Helpful telephone ... work of Age Cymru 26 With a little preparation, and by following some simple suggestions, we can help ourselves to stay healthy, safe and as comfortable as possible this winter. 2 Winter wrapped up
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Age UK briefing for MPs – Excess Winter Deaths June 2016 Over the last ten years a shocking quarter of a million older people have died from the cold –1 older person every 7 minutes and at the root of ... people Energy prices have risen by around 150 per cent over the last 10 years There is a fuel poverty gap of nearly £900 million (which equates to an average of £370 per household) Energy efficiency
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For most, Christmas is a time of celebration and spending time with family and friends. But for many older people, festive cheer remains out of reach, with a staggering 84,670 older people in Wales saying
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