-
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. Jane Vass Director of Policy & ... practical measures for improving the quality of and access to care for older people in need of it today. Indeed, for Age UK a 'cap', while welcome, is the lower of these two priorities. We would be pleased
-
for Wales February 2019 Introduction Age Cymru is the leading charity working to improve the lives of all older people in Wales. We believe older people should be able to lead healthy and fulfilled lives ... 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 Equality, Local Government and Communities
-
1128436 32 Myths and misunderstandings Depression affects people of all ages yet it’s commonly misunderstood. This leaflet provides information on recognising and dealing with depression as we grow older. ... upsetting has happened. These are a normal reaction to life events and the feelings often fade. Episodes of depression can be triggered off by stressful events. If you’re feeling depressed then you’re likely
-
2 of 26 Contents 1 Information about this factsheet 3 2 Finding a dentist who offers NHS treatment 3 3 Dental check-ups and treatment plans 3 3.1 Check-ups 3 3.2 Frequency of check-ups 4 3 ... Urgent and out-of-hours treatment 11 7.1 Charging for urgent or out-of-hours treatment 11 7.2 What you will receive as part of urgent or out-of-hours treatment
-
Ageism, also called age discrimination, is when someone treats you unfairly because of your age. It can also include the way that older people are represented in the media, which can have a wider impact ... experience ageism, it can impact on your confidence, job prospects, financial situation and quality of life. How are older people discriminated against? You may be fully aware that you have been subject
-
challenges, new chances Review of informal adult and community learning 21 October 2011 All rights reserved. Third parties may only reproduce this paper or parts of it for academic, educational or research ... research purposes or where the prior consent of Age UK has been obtained for influencing or developing policy and practice. Name: Christopher Brooks Email: christopher.brooks@ageuk.org.uk Age UK Astral
-
celebrations are underway By Victoria Lloyd, Chief Executive, June 2022 Welcome to the Summer edition of Age Matters. Summer is on its way and we’ve just celebrated Volunteers Week and Carers Week which ... volunteers that give their valuable time to Age Cymru and the wellbeing of older people each week. Similarly, without the vital contribution of unpaid carers in all communities across Wales our health and care
-
Page 1 of 20 Factsheet 2 Buying retirement housing November 2023 About this factsheet This factsheet explains options and issues to consider if you are thinking about buying retirement housing. This ... level of support or care. General information about housing for older people and how to choose a suitable option is in factsheet 64, Specialist housing for older people. Information on the process of buying
-
bodies on the effective engagement of older people Are you listening? Acknowledgements This booklet has been produced in partnership between Age UK, South East Network of Seniors (SENS) and South East England ... by Help the Aged in 2007, as well as further discussions between Age UK staff and representatives of older people’s forums and networks. Age UK, the new force combining Age Concern and Help the Aged,
-
#ProudtobeAgeUK A review of 2015/16 We’re Age UK Age UK is the country’s largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. We are national In the UK we help more than seven million ... support, companionship and advice for older people who need it most. We are local We work as part of a network of independent charities which includes Age UK; our national partners Age Cymru, Age NI and Age
