contains general advice only, it should not be relied on as a basis for any decision or action and cannot be used as a substitute for professional advice. Neither Age UK nor any of its subsidiary companies or ... or charities accepts any liability arising from its use and it is the reader’s sole responsibility to ensure any information is up to date and accurate. Please note that the inclusion of named agencies
approaching the three quarter point of the project and want to take this opportunity to remind everyone what HOPE is all about and the service and opportunity we provide. Age Cymru’s HOPE project provides independent ... crisis situation. HOPE is a Welsh Government funded project running until the end of March 2025 and is in partnership with Age Connects Wales and local Age Cymru partners. HOPE is committed to helping others
factsheet applies to England, Scotland and Wales. The process for challenging devolved benefits in Scotland is different, contact Age Scotland for more information. Contact Age NI for information applicable there ... Wales, contact Age Cymru Advice. In Scotland, contact Age Scotland. The information in this factsheet is correct for the period June 2024 to May 2025. Contact details for any organisation mentioned in this
contains general advice only, it should not be relied on as a basis for any decision or action and cannot be used as a substitute for professional advice. Neither Age UK nor any of its subsidiary companies or ... or charities accepts any liability arising from its use and it is the reader’s sole responsibility to ensure any information is up to date and accurate. Please note that the inclusion of named agencies
This factsheet explains what Housing Benefit is, who qualifies for it, and how it is calculated. It explains how to claim and what to do if you want to challenge a decision. It has information about Discretionary ... Discretionary Housing Payments and what to do if you have a change of circumstance. This information applies if you, and your partner if you have one, are over State Pension age. This is currently 66 years. If you
Age Cymru is a registered charity 1128436. Company limited by guarantee and registered in Wales and England 6837284. Registered office address Ground Floor, Mariners House, Trident Court, East Moors Road ... live with. It’s useful for you to be aware of this when you’re providing help. • A carer is anyone of any age, who provides unpaid care and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who is disabled, physically
reversion plans. It includes information on: ⚫ what to consider before deciding on a particular product ⚫ equity release regulations and safeguards ⚫ how to choose an adviser. Information is also given on ... are not the same as equity release but share some common features. The information in this factsheet is intended only as a guide. We recommend that you get independent advice from a fully qualified and experienced
income and you or your partner are under State Pension age. Universal Credit. 2 What is Universal Credit? Universal Credit is a means-tested, non-taxable benefit to cover basic living expenses. There are ... elements payable depending on your circumstances – for example, if you’re a carer. Universal Credit is replacing 6 other means-tested benefits, known as ‘legacy benefits’. These are: • income-based Jobseeker’s
Age UK is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales (registered charity number 1128267 and registered company number 6825798). Registered address: Tavis House,1–6 Tavistock ... Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9NA. Age UK and its subsidiary companies and charities form the Age UK Group, dedicated to helping more people love later life. ID000000 03/17 Creating a ‘Career MOT at 50’
Legislation and government guidance in regard to safeguarding older people 6 2.3 What is elder abuse? 10 2.4 What is neglect? 10 2.5 What is meant by safeguarding? 10 3 Different types of abuse 11 3.1 Financial abuse ... abusers 32 4.5 Sadistic abusers 32 5 Making the first step if someone is experiencing abuse – how to put a stop to it 33 5.1 Employees who have witnessed or suspect abuse 34 6 Help from