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questionnaire. You can complete our questionnaire at www.agecymru.org.uk/carerssurvey or contact us for a paper version which can be sent back to us free of charge. Or if you prefer you can talk to us about ... about your experiences. We can also provide you with information and signposting information to support you as part of this conversation. Contact us Luke Conlon - Carers Project Officer luke.conlon@agecymru
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references for statistics cited in Age Cymru’s manifesto for the 2019 General Election. 120,000 pensioners in Wales live in poverty. JRF (2018) Poverty in Wales 2018 https://41ydvd1cuyvlonsm03mpf21pub-wpengine ... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-49807910 Changes to Pension Credit rules for ‘mixed age couples’ (pensioners with a partner under State Pension Age) mean that some couples with an age gap of five years
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International Longevity Centre Global Alliance. Our policy remit is broad, and covers everything from pensions and financial planning, to health and social care, housing design, and age discrimination. This ... findings 2 Introduction 4 Attitudes to debt 6 The use of credit among older people 8 Problem debt 10 Who is more likely to be in debt? 13 Moving into problem debt 14 Factors associated with moving into
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storms – can be challenging or even traumatising for people of any age. But older people in particular circumstances can be in serious danger. Those who rely on an oxygen machine or stairlift, who can’t easily ... easily get out of the house or who live alone may be at risk. The nightmare scenario is an older person alone and cut-off in a crisis – this is what we must work to avoid. The Government recognises that
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consulting on draft regulations which will reduce the period of time that Housing Benefit and State Pension Credit can be paid when someone is temporarily out of Great Britain (GB). This will be reduced from 13 ... The changes, due to come in on 1st April 2016, will affect around 130,000 Housing Benefit and Pension Credit claimants. They are expected to reduce benefit expenditure by £20 million in the first year
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delivered 11. Take care when handling any items which may be given to people who may have compromised immune systems. The virus can live on inanimate surfaces for up to 24 hours. 12. Disinfect any surface ... you’re not able to go out to the shops for the person who needs supporting you can help them access this support through local organisations. You can use the contact information below. For information on
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storms – can be challenging or even traumatising for people of any age. But older people in particular circumstances can be in serious danger. Those who rely on an oxygen machine or stairlift, who can’t easily ... easily get out of the house or who live alone may be at risk. The nightmare scenario is an older person alone and cut-off in a crisis – this is what we must work to avoid. The Government recognises that
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range of activities that can be good exercise for residents, especially those with low mobility. Simple rhythm activities and calming movements co-ordinated with breathing can be fun when done in a group ... group. The following exercises can be done sitting down or standing: With lively music playing, encourage residents to tap their feet or clap their hands to the beat: E.g. 8 taps on head, 8 on shoulders
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Creating an age friendly Wales Leave support and friendship with a gift in your will A gift in your will can help us be there, day after day. No one should spend later life feeling vulnerable and alone. We make ... help people to feel independent and secure in their own homes. By leaving us a gift in your will, you can help us to be there for people like Huw, Emlyn and Gwen. We’ll be here to keep Huw company After moving
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Changes to work and income around state pension age Analysis of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing Authors: Jenny Chanfreau, Matt Barnes and Carl Cullinane Date: December 2013 Prepared for: ... | Changes to work and income around state pension age 1 Many people retire from paid work as they approach or reach state pension age. This pivotal event can have a major impact on household finances
