-
Volunteering Role: Nordic Walking Instructor Why did you want to volunteer with Age Cymru? Because Age Cymru supports the Nordic Walking programme at Maggie’s. Many cancer patients are older and belong
-
accessing public transport, housing and getting out into communities. Read the full report If you want to know about this research contact policy@agecymru.org.uk Thank you to everyone who responded to
-
beneficial to keep practicing on a regular basis. If you've not done physical activity for a while, you may want to get the all clear from the doctor before starting. Always work at a suitable pace for you. For
-
support – so you know you’re never alone. If the person you care for has dementia, you might also want to read our guide Caring for someone with dementia. 5 Next steps It’s a good idea to find out the ... times to arrange an assessment - but I’m very glad I got it sorted.” Sean, 71 11 What will the council want to know? Before your assessment, have a think about some of the following questions, and whether being
-
costs of getting there, are beyond them. Others cut back on buying things for themselves because they want to support their families financially or buy presents for their grandchildren. The consequences of ... were of the greatest concern to older people. 57% stated that they were worried about how to afford gas and electricity bills, whilst significant numbers were also concerned about water and Council Tax bills
-
4 http://www.ey.com/uk/en/newsroom/news-releases/15-02-16--almost-a-quarter-of-consumers-switched-gas-or-electricitysupplier-in-2014-ey-survey-reveals 2 We believe it is vital that the UK Government ... amongst older people who live in older, energy inefficient properties or rural areas away from the gas network.Recent Welsh Government research identified older people on a low income as ‘risk of’ fuel
-
deprivation. Figure 3 below shows that that nearly a million people could not afford to buy a new cooker if it breaks down, and over 200,000 cannot afford keep their home warm. These findings are all the ... population aged 65 or over Being able to pay regular bills 323,000 2.76 Being able to replace a cooker 927,000 7.92 Not having a home in good repair 193,000 1.65 Keeping the home warm 263,000 2.25 Lacking
-
one tackling loneliness and isolation in Wales Creating an age friendly Wales “You need to feel wanted - we all need to be needed ... and we have a lot to offer whatever our age.” Olwen Olwen is 86, single ... every evening, he feels lonely. He is reluctant to talk to his family about his feelings as he doesn’t want to add another pressure to their already busy lives. Bill’s local authority is considering withdrawing
-
rights of older people so that more of us enjoy the dignified, secure and fulfilling later life we all want. The last year has been particularly difficult for older people and we are keen to ensure that the
-
subsidiary companies and charities form the Age UK Group. ID205478 04/24 What should I do now? You may want to read some of our relevant information guides and factsheets, such as: • More money in your pocket
