justice responses for older adults who have experienced abuse remains low and the abuse of older people is still largely a ‘hidden problem’ Although financial abuse has long been known about as an issue, the ... 81 years of age. When this is extended to consider adult family homicides, nearly two-thirds of victims were 56 or older and three were over 70 years of age. Although it is an issue that has been long
people. What difference to your life has volunteering made to you? It has enhanced my own wellbeing Learnt new skills as a Nordic Walking Instructor and a Tai Chi Instructor. Made new friends. What do you ... in that skill. Watching people make new friends What would you say to someone who is thinking of becoming involved with volunteering? Don’t think just do it You will get plenty of support and encouragement
The HOPE Project (Helping others participate and engage) is a partnership project between Age Cymru, Age Cymru local partners and Age Connects Wales partners throughout Wales.
Assist and Connect is a community based, face to face support service where volunteers are matched with a member of their community who requires support.
Age Cymru is working in partnership with Age Connects Wales and Care & Repair Cymru to lead a public awareness campaign all about falls.
Age Cymru is registered with the Fundraising Regulator, the independent body which sets and maintains the standards for charitable fundraising in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Gwanwyn is a month long festival held across Wales in May celebrating creativity in older people and run through Age Cymru.
The Big Knit is back. Grab your needles and help Age Cymru to be there for older people with no one else to turn to.
Cold Weather Payment is an annual payment to help with heating costs. Find out if you can claim Cold Weather Payment.
Project 360° is an innovative partnership project led by Age Cymru, working with Woody’s Lodge, and Age Alliance Wales members to support older military veterans across Wales.