tradesperson by: asking family and friends for personal recommendations. This is often the easiest and safest way to find a tradesperson who will give a quality service. using the TrustMark tool to find ... the greatest detail possible. Things to consider include: the materials the tradesperson will use and what you will supply, whether subcontractors such as plumbers are included in the cost, and cleaning
backgrounds and sectors of the community. Providing information about yourself in the next few questions will contribute to helping us strive towards achieving this. 1. What is your gender? (Please tick one ... not to say Some of the questions presented can also be reworded as statements. For example: “Tell me about the make-up of your household? [I live alone] [I live with my spouse / partner] etc.”
quarterly newsletter from Age Cymru Autumn Edition 2021 Funding our services to meet an increasing demand will be one of our key challenges By Victoria Lloyd, Chief Executive, September 2021 This year, the months ... and we know that many people will be reassured by the recent news that Covid Boosters will be provided to over 50s in the coming months. In our next issue of Age Matters we will focus on the things we can
(for example, to do balance training) if they can personally choose the advice and activities that will suit their particular abilities, needs, priorities and lifestyle. Also, it should be acknowledged ... advice on falls prevention]: “That’s for old ladies, not for me”.’ (67-year-old woman) ‘ I think [advice about improving balance] would give me more confidence when I’m out.’ (78+-year-old woman) ‘ If
ready for winter, as well as where to go for more information and support. Throughout this guide you will find suggestions for organisations that can offer further information and advice about your options ... be found in the ‘Useful organisations’ section (see pages 23-26). Contact details for organisations near you can usually be found in your local phone book. If you have difficulty finding them, your local
1 of 16 Factsheet 7 Making a will July 2024 About this factsheet This factsheet explains what you should think about when making your will and how to make sure that the will is legal, effective, and your ... professional help with writing a will, and what happens if you do not make a will. The factsheet contains information about the use of video conferencing to witness a will being legally made following measures
so kind, so patient and so helpful.’ Sita ‘Without Age UK I would have been lost. They have given me so much help and encouragement.’ David ‘I feel so blessed to have been helped by such caring people ... with the outside world. It helps me cope with my feelings of loneliness.’ Janet ‘The classes are really good. I like meeting with the others and I feel it benefits me.’ Jim 7 8 9 7.5m The Age UK network
Cymru’s Big Step fundraiser in July where the charity will be holding its annual fundraiser to help raise vital funds for its work. Supporters will be asked to walk 10,000 steps a day throughout the month ... challenging the public to match that achievement by completing the same number of steps each day or as near to the target as possible. Age Cymru’s chief executive Victoria Lloyd says “We were absolutely thrilled
suggested to my husband Michael, we try out the Nordic walking, he is extremely fit! And was encouraging me to start exercising, the Nordic walking looked like it was a good place to start. We thoroughly enjoyed ... whatever it is you enjoy doing, come along and become a volunteer. It will make you feel good knowing that you are making a difference. It will also give you a good feeling of wellbeing.
develop, enhance your skills, and provide the best support to your clients. Support The HOPE team will support you as you embark on your advocacy role and help you with any questions or concerns you have ... or wanting to give something back to your local community, being an Independent Volunteer Advocate will help you. You can utilise the experiences you’ve gained to demonstrate your advocacy skills, your