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regarding barriers in the built environment in terms of accessing public transport and a lack of public toilets in communities (see Question 2), and digital exclusion among older people as more information and ... addressed by draft Equality Objectives and that are of particular importance to you? Public transport A key finding of EHRC’s 2018 ‘Is Wales Fairer’ report was that loneliness, isolation and a reduced sense
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Seamless health and social care The disconnect between health and social care systems remains a key concern for older people. Whilst funding is predominantly centred upon the health service, quality ... because they lack the appropriate social care support that would allow them to return home, are a key issue. We know that long unnecessary stays in hospital have a negative impact on older people, which
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Domestic Abuse: Safeguarding Older People in Wales Page 6 ‘Flawed’ use of Mental Capacity Act key theme in safeguarding adult’s reviews, report finds Page 7 Ageing without Children
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reflects their needs. We believe that planning for, and responding to, demographic change should be a key consideration in the preparation of development plans, and that planning decisions should take into ... accessible by public and community transport, and adequate public seating, street lighting and public toilets in our communities all help to facilitate this. An age friendly community is one that has the capacity
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improve. We quote them throughout this paper but have changed all names. This report highlights the key difficulties many people in later life face, positive experiences and tips for businesses to better ... age-friendly businesses Here are our ‘TOP TIPS’ for age-friendly businesses: Toilets and seats Provide appropriate toilets and seating, essential facilities that give some people the confidence to go
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the promotion and protection of the rights of older people should be a priority in the Strategy. A key priority is to determine how to embed awareness of a rights based approach. Older people need to know ... policy and services within their communities. Question 3: Have we identified the key policies and mechanisms that can deliver real change in the lives of older people today and future
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and efficient transport system, and we would wish to see better integration between transport and key services. The Strategy prioritises active travel and public transport ahead of private motor vehicles ... gy-2021-fullstrategy_0.pdf 2 Ibid. 2 connection between the different forms of transport. Key issues relating to public transport raised in Age Cymru’s Community Calculator survey3 (pre-pandemic)
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where people are increasingly expected to provide for themselves, supportive systems are essential. Key priorities • Integrated public services can improve older people’s lives in a cost-effective way, but ... social, emotional and practical needs. • Devolving power locally can make integration easier, but the key test is whether this delivers high-quality outcomes in an open and accountable way. • Public services
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Covid-19 lockdown This survey is for people aged 50 or over across Wales, and is being undertaken by key organisations that represent older people. It is important that Welsh Government and others hear from ... during lockdown, feeling safe, using distancing / masks, using public transport, access to public toilets, resumption of clubs / groups) __________________________________________________________________________________
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friendly Wales This survey is for people aged 50 or over across Wales, and is being undertaken by key organisations that represent older people.It is important that Welsh Government and others hear from ... during lockdown, feeling safe, using distancing / masks, using public transport, access to public toilets, resumption of clubs / groups)C4. What would support you to engage with your local community as
