Delivering Dignity Securing dignity in care for older people in hospitals and care homes The NHS Confederation is a membership body that represents all organisations that commission and provide NHS services ... the NHS Confederation, the Local Government Association and Age UK. Commission on Dignity in Care for Older People 1 Foreword from the Commission chairs 2 Making change happen – why this Commission was
you require assistance with the GIFTS system, please email grants.unit@ageuk.org.uk The deadline for submitting your application is Tuesday 18 June 2019. The system will not accept late applications so ... 2-3 Section 3: Identified priorities for final round of funding allocation 3-4 Section 4: Funding available 4 Section 5: Who can apply? 4-5 Section 6: How we
Risk is a term that refers to any adult (aged 18 years or more) who: (a) Is experiencing or is at risk of abuse or neglect; (b) Has needs for care and support (whether or not the authority is meeting any ... psychological needs, which is likely to result in an impairment of the person’s well-being (for example, an impairment of the person’s health). Abuse may be an Act of Omission (failing to act)
in 1948 in place of fear -the fear that many people had of being unable to afford medical treatment for themselves and their families. And it was founded in a spirit of optimism -at a time of great uncertainty ... universal healthcare, irrespective of age, health, race, social status or ability to pay. To high quality care for all. Our values haven’t changed, but our world has. So the NHS needs to adapt to take
on a low income. Pension Credit. 2 What is Pension Credit? Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit for older people. This means that what you get depends on your income and your savings. There are 2 parts ... if you have some savings or your income is higher than the basic State Pension. You may be eligible for one or both parts. How much is it worth? Depending on your eligibility, you can claim one or both parts
self-isolate as much as possible to help protect us from the virus. This is particularly important for people over 70 and those with underlying health conditions because they are at higher risk of developing ... symptoms if they become infected. These are potentially difficult times for many older people, especially those living alone who may not have anyone to share their concerns. Others may just want to have
wellbeing 2 Winter wrapped up Who we are Age Cymru is the national charity for older people in Wales. Age Cymru works to develop and deliver positive change with and for older people. Our vision is an ... life better for older people. Together with our local partners: • We provide information and advice. • We deliver wellbeing programmes. • We provide independent advocacy. • We support carers. • We campaign
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 ... factsheet is correct for the period April 2024 to March 2025. Benefit rates are reviewed annually and uprated in April, but rules and figures can change during the year. The rules for claiming Universal
CAP Referral formClient Consent for this referral must be obtainedSelf -referraloReferral by family member/friend o Referral by other service provider o Referrer’s details (if not self-referral) Name: ... person being referredFull name: Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other Known as: o Male o FemaleDate of birth: Age: Carer: Yes No Address (Permanent/Temporary): What type of accommodation (own home, sheltered
parties may only reproduce this paper or parts of it for academic, educational or research purposes or where the prior consent of Age UK has been obtained for influencing or developing policy and practice. ... We help more than 5 million people every year, providing support, companionship and advice for older people who need it most. The Age UK network includes Age UK, Age Cymru, Age NI and Age Scotland and around