person can only overcome the barrier(s) to participate fully in the assessment, care and support planning, review and safeguarding processes with assistance from an appropriate individual, but there is ... individual is someone who can facilitate a person’s involvement in the assessment, care and support planning, review and safeguarding processes, but cannot be someone who: • the person does not want to support
usually until you die or move into long-term care. If you take out a lifetime mortgage or home reversion plan with a partner, the money does not usually need to be paid back or the home sold until the last remaining ... choose a plan that meets your needs, and an independent solicitor, who can explain more about the legal risks and benefits of equity release and represent you if you decide to take out a plan. The upfront
bodies, and advances made in the provision for older people, such as local authorities’ Ageing Well plans. ‘As an older person I am concerned regarding the issues which prevent or limit many older people ... longer (Denbighshire) How well do you think your opinion is taken on board in community decisions and plans? • Average score out of 10 across Wales: 4.54 • Lowest local authority score: 3.36 • Highest local
hospital discharge arrangements which explains what you should expect from staff involved in planning and arranging your discharge from hospital. This includes the processes which should be followed
pension. In this section, you can find free and impartial advice on pensions, annuities and retirement planning. For more information call Age Cymru Advice on 0300 303 44 98
our development / training events and webinars 196 engagement events across Wales 44 advocacy network meetings supported Networks Engagement Quality Ambassadors 6 trained and active ambassadors 2021-2022
lives. • It sends an important message about Age UK’s commitment to engaging with older people. • It builds a stronger sense of engagement with people with dementia – knowing that their opinion matters can ... be incredibly important. • Commissioners and funders are increasingly asking for evidence of engagement with older people, including people with dementia. 7 How do we give people with dementia a voice
tell us your stories to help us to raise issues with the media, politicians, and many other key stakeholders. Digital Switchover coming to Wales in spring 2024 According to BT, the whole telephone industry ... enjoying the outdoors, and to socialise in a fun and friendly setting. The walks are carefully planned to suit all abilities, so don’t worry if you think your fitness levels are not what they used to
About the research Age Cymru’s dementia advocacy project, HOPE (Helping others to participate and engage) advocacy project and Age Cymru Advice all reported worrying delays in older people being assessed ... • The scale of the issue of waiting for care for older people across Wales • The local authority plans for care service recovery • The help available for older people who are currently waiting for care
Sign-up to become an independent volunteer advocate HOPE will enable older people and carers to engage with professionals, participate in their communities, understand their rights as an older person