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questions about care funding but questions about funding retirement more broadly. And critically it will focus on developing ideas and solutions to these questions. We think that the artificial separation ... care requires more funding, this paper argues the proposed measures outlined in the Spending Review will not be sufficient to meet the growing care needs of an ageing population. Indeed, they are likely to
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(including the provision of goods and facilities), comes into force on 1 October 2012. From this date it will be unlawful for service providers to discriminate on the basis of age unless the practice is covered ... to prevent discrimination, harassment and victimisation defined as follows: Direct discrimination will be deemed to have occurred where an older person is treated less favourably than others would be treated
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Many of us enjoy having a drink now and again and it’s easy to try to convince ourselves that alcohol will make us feel better, but remember that alcohol is actually a depressant and can affect your mood.
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topics including: the process for deciding whether someone is eligible to receive it; how the services will be delivered for those who are eligible; and what to do if you are unhappy with the decision reached
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make an appointment for your free flu vaccination. However, this year healthy 50 – 64 year olds will not be included in the NHS free vaccination programme, but you can still ask your local chemist for
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expectancy current and future care needs other sources of income. Not all pension schemes and providers will offer every option. Talk to your pension fund provider to find out what’s available. Your options
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or informal carers that will come across older or vulnerable people at risk of a fall or having already fallen. Their assistance in managing situations or preventing a fall will be critical. Did you know ... 000 older people will fall more than once in their own home • • 8,100 will suffer a serious injury and end up in hospital • • 3,000 will need a hip replacement • • 1,500 will lose their independence
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alone in their struggles and that there are lots of charities and government agencies out there willing to help which are handily listed at the back of the guide. Perhaps the first steps you can take towards
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Cardiff especially Rebecca she is always there to assist and help if I have an enquiry or a problem and will point me in the right direction. Age Cymru Volunteer "The benefits of volunteering can be enormous
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make someone’s day today and carry out a random act of kindness. One small act of kindness can and will make a huge difference. Feel free to share your acts of kindness with us on social media, we'd love
