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Resource Guide 2 The Dementia Friendly Programme was funded by the Department of Health Strategic Partnership programme from 2012–2013 and then by the Big Lottery Fund from 2013–2015. The programme supported ... dementia friendly. The guide also has a wide range of links and resources which will be useful for those interested in developing wellbeing programmes for people with dementia. The resources highlighted
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What matterstoyou?Current experiencesofpeople aged50oroverinWalesThis is the fourth annual survey undertaken since 2020 by Age Cymru andthekeyorganisationsthatrepresentolderpeoplein Wales.It’s importa ... surveywilltake15minutestocomplete.Your response is anonymous but if you want us to contact you about thesurveyyoucanincludeyourcontactdetailsattheend of the survey.Thank youforyoursupportincompletingthissurvey
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make a difference Of all UK nations, Wales has the largest proportion of older people aged 65 and over - 668,950 (21% of the population). Wales also has the fastest ageing population – projections ... increase of 292,000 by 2039. In the aftermath of covid, against the backdrop of rising energy prices, and the cost-of-living crisis, many older people are facing some of the hardest challenges imaginable
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AgeUKIG52 Extra money if you’re looking after someone. Carer’s Allowance. 2 Am I a carer? The word ‘carer’ means different things to different people. You might not think of yourself as one, but if you ... as a carer, you might be eligible for it. Good to know. This guide is only about Carer’s Allowance. But we have other guides about the practical and emotional support that may be helpful for you if you’re
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answered No, the survey is not for you at this time, thank you. If you would like further information or support please see the contacts at the end of the survey. 2. Have you used any of the support or services ... services listed below, to help you in your role looking after the person in the last 12 months? They may be provided by different organisations, such as a voluntary organisation, a private agency or social
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of domestic abuse The Change That Lasts Ask Me project was developed in partnership between Women’s Aid Federation of England and Welsh Women’sAid. Funded by: In partnership with: The ask me scheme… …aims ... …aims tobreak the silence about domestic abuse within a community, and remove the barriers that make it hard for survivors to tell others about their experiences. Where did the idea for Change That Lasts
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The Age Cymru Partnership comprises independent local partners across Wales. We work together with Age NI Age Scotland and Age UK to improve the lives of older people. Your local Age Cymru partner ... exercise classes and much more. Each local Age Cymru partner is an independent charity and together we work in strong partnership to promote the well-being of older people through national and local campaigns
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in every care home in Wales - August 2023 Age Cymru has been working with Cultural Cwtsh and the Baring Foundation developing ideas to help deliver artistic and creative activities in care homes. ... Cymru’s flagship arts in care homes project that has been running since 2015. The aim of the project is to improve the provision of creative activity in care homes and develop artist’s skills in
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In the UK it’s estimated that millions of pounds lie unclaimed in around half a million inactive accounts. It’s free and easy to check whether you have any dormant bank accounts, insurance ... inactive for several years, the money in it is still yours and you are entitled to claim it at any time. Complete an application online using the free My Lost Account service Use the GOV.UK Pension Tracing
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Age Cymru runs an advocacy project to help people participate and engage
