Creu Cymru oed gyfeillgar Age Matters Croeso i’r rhifyn difyr hwn o Age Matters Rhifyn yr Hydref 2022 www.agecymru.org.uk facebook.com/agecymru twitter.com/agecymru Croeso i’r rhifyn difyr hwn o Age Matters Gan Victoria Lloyd, Prif Weithredwr, Hydref 2022 Mae’n anochel ein bod ni’n dechrau meddwl am y gaeaf wrth i’r dail newid lliw ac wrth i’r nosweithiau tywyll ddechrau’n gynharach. Mae’r
Page 1 of 38 Factsheet 92 Universal Credit April 2024 About this factsheet This factsheet gives information about Universal Credit, a means-tested benefit for people under State Pension age (currently 66 years). This can also affect people aged over 66 if they have a partner under 66. It includes information about how Universal Credit affects people claiming other benefits and how to claim it.
AgeUKIG49 Extra money to help you. Attendance Allowance. 2 What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance Allowance (AA) is extra money for those who need help at home due to a disability or illness. If you’re over State Pension age (currently 66 years old for both men and women) and you need help with your personal care because of a physical or mental disability or illness, you may be able to claim
AgeUKIG14 How to reduce your risk of falling. Staying steady. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved in updating our guides by joining our Readers’ Panel. You don’t need any specialist knowledge at all. Join our Readers’ Panel at www.ageuk.org.uk/readers-panel. 2) Tell us your story. Have you been affected by any of the issues in this guide? Has
AgeUKIG17 Ways to help you stay living at home. Adapting your home. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved in updating our guides by joining our Readers’ Panel. You don’t need any specialist knowledge at all. Join our Readers’ Panel at www.ageuk.org.uk/readers-panel. 2) Tell us your story. Have you been affected by any of the issues in this guide
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 look after a partner, relative or friend who’d find it difficult to manage without your support, then you’re a carer. Many people mistakenly believe they can’t claim Carer’s Allowance. But as a
AgeUKIG55 Tips for making your home dementia friendly. At home with dementia. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved in updating our guides by joining our Readers’ Panel. You don’t need any specialist knowledge at all. Join our Readers’ Panel at www.ageuk.org.uk/readers-panel. 2) Tell us your story. Have you been affected by any of the issues in
AgeUKIG57 Dealing with debt problems Getting help with debt 2 What is debt? Put simply, debt is owing money. People generally find themselves in debt when their outgoings exceed their income – but the reasons behind this can be varied and complex. For some, debt is caused by straightforward overspending, while for others it’s a result of life changes such as illness, divorce or job loss. Not all
AgeUKIL7 Home safety checker Staying safe around the home Information and advice you need to help you love later life. We’re Age UK and our goal is to enable older people to love later life. We are passionate about affirming that your later years can be fulfilling years. Whether you’re enjoying your later life or going through tough times, we’re here to help you make the best of your life. Our
Age Cymru Advice 0300 303 44 98 www.agecymru.org.uk Factsheet 8w November 2023 Community landlord housing in Wales – local authority or housing association homes Factsheet 8w November 2023 2 of 40 Contents 1 Information about this factsheet 4 2 Recent housing legislation in Wales –