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they live older people should be able to reach key services, friends and family at reasonable cost, in reasonable time and with reasonable ease and that transport is vital to leading an active and independent ... access to transport can have a profound impact on the quality of life, health and wellbeing of those in later life. For those without access to a car, reliable public transport or community transport is
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Age-friendly business Valuing and including older consumers in supermarkets and service companies February 2017 2 Introduction We often hear about our ageing society and the power of the ‘grey pound’ ... older consumers is slow – many older people still struggle to access and navigate shops and other businesses. This results in exclusion and frustration for many people, and wasted opportunities for businesses
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Performance Mark (QPM) achieved 114 sessions delivered People supported 2,072 contacts made through case work 463 referrals received 114 people supported to find more appropriate services 565 issues dealt with ... ambassadors 2021-2022 Mr L was looking to get voluntary work, preferably a driving role. Due to mild learning difficulties, he needed support to find opportunities in the area and to contact the relevant people.
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mobility. Simple rhythm activities and calming movements co-ordinated with breathing can be fun when done in a group. The following exercises can be done sitting down or standing: With lively music playing, encourage ... could collect a small costume box of hats, scarves and coats, donated by staff or bought from charity shops. Residents can choose an item of clothing and create a character or story. If someone doesn’t want
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giving care work a higher status Information and Guidance on Domestic Abuse: Safeguarding Older People in Wales Page 6 ‘Flawed’ use of Mental Capacity Act key theme in safeguarding
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you’re claiming everything you’re entitled to in retirement. It can be tricky to keep on top of all the pension schemes you’ve paid into throughout your working career. Fortunately, The Pension Tracing Service
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explores older peoples’ involvement in volunteering and politics. Nearly 4.9 million people aged 65 and over in England (58%) take part in volunteering or civic engagement.1 In our own Age UK survey we found ... found that 41% of people over retirement age in the UK volunteer on a regular basis (this could be formally or informally).2 Similarly, Government surveys in England have found that that 39% of people aged
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to join us. What is the Big Knit? The Big Knit is a partnership with innocent drinks. We've been working together since 2003, asking you to knit little hats for the tops of innocent smoothie bottles. Every ... you need to get started. How to join in Choose a pattern - we've some new patterns for this year for you to try. You can download these from below. Knit away - knit in front of the telly, or gather a group
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Metro consultation February 2017 Age Cymru is the leading national charity working to improve the lives of all older people in Wales. We believe older people should be able to lead healthy and fulfilled ... and the opportunity to shape their own future. We seek to provide a strong voice for all older people in Wales and to raise awareness of the issues of importance to them. We are pleased to respond to The
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improve well-being in Wales Getting the help you need from Social Services: A guide to the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 Page 11 Page 12 Advocacy in the Regulation and ... Manifesto 2016 Page 13 Page 14 National Advocacy awards SIAA guidelines for advocates working in prisons Page 15 Useful training and events Useful publications Age Cymru, Tŷ John Pathy
