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landline services are changing. You’ll still be able to have a landline in your home, but the technology that powers it will be a bit different and you may need to upgrade some of your equipment. ... internet-based version, called an ‘IP network’. Landlines will still exist, and you can still have a phone line in your home - but the system that underpins it will be different. The changeover needs to
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Square London WC1H 9NB 020 8765 7200 020 8765 7211 policy@ageuk.org.uk www.ageuk.org.uk Age UK is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England (registered charity number 1128267 ... older people local public transport is a lifeline, allowing them to get out and about, reach services and meet friends and family. Public sector subsidy supports a modern local transport infrastructure
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struggle with your feet and toenails, or worn footwear? Do you struggle with your eyesight, or to maintain a healthy diet, or worry about the side effects of your medication? We are here to help you just to Talk ... Whether you are an individual, a family member or friend or whether you are someone providing a service and want to focus on health and wellbeing, why not do something that can make a difference in helping to
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areas? Comments: We welcome a rights based approach, as we believe that the promotion and protection of the rights of older people should be a priority in the Strategy. A key priority is to determine ... awareness of a rights based approach. Older people need to know how they can exercise their rights, and in order to do this, they need to be aware of their rights. The Action Plan will need to detail how a rights
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responding to scams Mail Scams Telephone Scams Doorstep Crime Areas of work SCAMS are FRAUD and FRAUD is a CRIME. AKA Financial abuse People Scam victims that are identified by Trading Standards are often lonely ... awareness of fraud and scams and the harm they cause to victims. Vulnerability: We will work towards a more flexible approach to consumer vulnerability. Victims: We will improve care and support to victims
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(DDoS) • Website defacement • Darkweb A Typical Days work… Reduce Vulnerability Reduce Threat “Microsoft” Customer Service Centres “There’s a problem with your computer” A new type of fraud? Spot the Signs
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sessions for older people. Purpose: LIFT is a series of activities and games designed specifically for older people to take part in physical activity in a local environment – using safe seated and standing ... Experience: Ability / willingness to lead simple exercise classes Organised and self-motivated A good motivator Able to communicate effectively Approachable, friendly and professional Smart appearance
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providing advice, combatting loneliness and enabling independence. We are local We work as part of a network of independent charities which includes Age UK, Age Cymru, Age NI and Age Scotland and over ... developing countries. Age International is a member of the HelpAge global network and the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC). Welcome to our annual review We’d like to say a big thank you to those of you who
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London WC1H 9NA T 0800 169 80 80 F 020 3033 1000 E policy@ageuk.org.uk www.ageuk.org.uk Age UK is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England (registered charity number 1128267 ... providing support, companionship and advice for older people who need it most. In February we published a report entitled Older people and power loss, floods and storms: Reducing risk, building resilience,
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Independent Professional Advocacy for Adults under the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 A Framework and Toolkit Ministerial Foreword I am pleased to be able to introduce the National Framework ... Adults in Wales. I want to emphasise that securing strong voice, choice and control for individuals is a key principle of Welsh Government and this is clearly reflected in the recent legislation and policy
