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on iPlayer, or watching downloaded content on a viewing device (such as a TV, computer, tablet or mobile phone). There are various TV licence discounts: If you’re at least 75 years old and recieve
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type of scheme, this isn’t legally possible) pressure you into making a decision quickly only have a mobile phone number and/or a PO box address as contact details If you’re planning to take your pension early
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wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Response to actions and questions TRIP HAZARDS AND TACTILE SURFACES Action 1: We will commission a research project to scope the updating of the 'Inclusive Mobility' guidance ... surfaces that can affect certain groups of older people. We agree with the need to look at ‘inclusive mobility’ in broader terms, taking into account the obstacles faced by older people making the journey from
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article illustrates the features of the environment that have acted as barriers to older people’s mobility and participation in the urban environment and explores what could make for better inclusive features ... important to older people than ever before, as we live in a ‘hypermobile’ society, where high levels of mobility are needed in order to stay connected to communities, friends and family and to access shops and
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& p19) Action 1: We will commission a research project to scope the updating of the ‘Inclusive Mobility’ guidance by the end of summer 2017. As part of this project we will also examine updating our guidance ... benefit to many older people. Physical accessibility of buses (p22) For older people with limited mobility, getting to the bus stop and on and off the bus are significant issues which are compounded by a
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older people to continue driving safely for longer. - The development of new platforms, such as mobile phone apps, to support the “social economy” could facilitate greater peer to peer transport provision ... activities. - Community car sharing schemes with volunteer drivers are very important for supporting mobility in rural areas and should be extended. - Volunteers could make busy transport hubs easier to navigate
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services and the lack of bus and community transport in the evenings. For older people with limited mobility, getting to the bus stop and on and off the bus are issues that are compounded by a lack of facilities ... as the only practical form of independent transport, including older people that may experience mobility problems as they age, or for carers, and for those living in rural areas where public transport
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the phone to block unwanted numbers. If you’re not sure how to do this, you could visit your local mobile phone shop for assistance. There are products to block some calls. Some local councils provide call
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a Sunday when you can’t go out. I mean you can’t even go to a church service.” Female, 75+, with mobility and sensory difficulties “I’ve got friends that will give us a lift if it’s a time where I need ... you know? You don’t like asking people all the time. I’d rather get there myself.” Male, 65+, with mobility difficulties “When the Olympic torch went through the next village they said ‘please come and
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companies and park home site owners should develop better emergency support for park home (static mobile home) residents, including safe sources of temporary heat and power. 3. Consider how to reach older ... at communicating flood warnings to older people, including those who do not use the internet or mobile phones. They should also consider what types of messages are most effective and likely to prompt
