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There are many ways you can get involved and support Age Cymru. Please help us to be there for older people in Wales. We are registered with the Fundraising Regulator Read their fundraising promise
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means that your eligibility to claim it and how much money you receive will depend on your income and how much capital you have. The information in this section only applies to people over State Pension ... Cold Weather Payment Some types of income are fully considered when assessing whether you’re eligible to claim a means-tested benefit, but others (such as if you receive Attendance Allowance) are ignored
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Team. As a member of the Older People's Network you can also respond to consultations, surveys and questionnaires receive information to attend events, conferences and seminars have your say on issues affecting
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You may already be renting and are looking to move somewhere new, or perhaps you’re considering renting a property for the first time. Our following factsheets have useful information on this ... can be moved from place to place. They are installed on park home sites. Buying a park home can be an affordable way of living in an area you like. However, it’s important to understand the legal and
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people can continue to claim DLA if: You were born before 8 April 1948 and are already currently claiming DLA You are claiming on behalf of a disabled person under the age of 16 To continue to claim DLA you ... you will need to show that you meet the criteria for either or both of the two components – the ‘care component’ and the ‘mobility component’. You may be eligible for the care component if you require help
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and back. Nordic Walking is less tiring than normal walking and it can increase your heart rate by up to 13% meaning that you receive greater benefit through less effort. Check with your doctor We would recommend ... recommend that you check with your doctor before you begin any new form of exercise. Short exercise videos to help improve our strength, balance, co ordination and stretching. These four videos are filmed by Karen
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services to older people in Wales. 'Buses – a lifeline for 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 to paint ... paint a vivid picture of the importance of bus services to older people’s independence and wellbeing. It emphasises how many older people rely on the bus as their only means of reaching essential services
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you will have to pay Income Tax on it. Not all income is taxable, and there are allowances and reliefs you may be able to claim. Not all income counts towards Income Tax. You may have to pay tax on: ... benefits, such as Carer’s Allowance and Statutory Sick Pay income from a trust. You do not have to pay tax on: Pension Credit Universal Credit Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal
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they mistakenly believe they don’t qualify or are put off by the claims process. Do any of these apply to you? 1. ‘My claim was turned down’ Your circumstances may have changed since the last time you applied ... it's time to get something back. Think about what support or equipment might help you to carry on living independently at home for longer. 4. ‘I don’t want a carer coming in’ You don’t have to spend Attendance
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Welcome to our quarterly newsletter, Age Matters. We're delighted to bring you our Summer 2024 Edition. Please click on the newsletter to read on the screen, we'd recommend clicking on Fullscreen. You ... You can also find a version to download directly underneath each newsletter. Age Matters - Summer 2024 edition Previous editions Age Matters - Spring 2024 edition Age Matters - Winter 2023 edition Age Matters
