Wales, based on 2018 data, report that 155,000 households in Wales were living in fuel poverty. This is equivalent to 12% of all households in Wales.1 To tackle fuel poverty effectively, Welsh Government ... to suffer from fuel poverty, where having to spend a disproportionate amount on fuel takes money away from other essentials. A contributing factor is that older people tend to live in older, energy inefficient
success of prevention should be monitored Summary findings • The outcomes of prevention often form a two stage process with first stage outcomes ‐ ‘intermediate determinants of health’, for example b ... rence’ techniques are commonly used, comparing the differences between the intervention group and a comparator group (perhaps the general population) before and after the intervention. 2 Centre for
realistic and make sure you all have the same expectations. Here is a checklist of things to consider when thinking about moving in with family. What sort of care will you need and who will be able to provide ... council tax? If you live with a couple, what would happen if they split up? What would happen if the arrangement were no longer working, for example, if you need to move into a care home? If you invest in
risk. The nightmare scenario is an older person alone and cut-off in a crisis – this is what we must work to avoid. The Government recognises that our changing climate poses a growing threat to particular ... particular groups. The energy and financial services industries are developing a more nuanced understanding of ‘vulnerability’ where people’s changing circumstances – such as bereavement – as well as long-standing
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participating in the project who shared information for this evaluation. Author Vinal K Karania is Research Manager at Age UK with responsibility for Evaluation & Impact. He designs, manages and carries ... ......................................................................................... 47 Annex A – Energy Adviser Training Module ..................................................................
org.uk Age UK is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England (registered charity number 1128267 and registered company number 6825798). The registered address is 207-221 Pentonville ... proposals to introduce a new system of loans for learners in the Further Education sector. The section of the consultation concerned with Informal Adult and Community Learning can be found in a separate response
advice and advocacy for people assessed as needing a care home 11 4 Property that is not included in the means test 13 4.1 Temporary care home stays 13 4.2 Mandatory disregards ... continuing to live there: what will happen if the partner wishes / needs to move elsewhere? 19 5.2 What will happen upon the death of the person who
the nights draw in and the leaves start to turn, it is inevitable that we start to think about winter. This edition you can find out how to get hold of a copy of our Winter Wrapped Up guide and about the ... with energy issues which is particularly pertinent when energy prices have figured so highly in the news this year. We are delighted to be able partner with Mirthy to offer a range of online talks, virtual
A summary of the evaluation Age UK’s fit for the future Programme Supporting older people to achieve a healthier lifestyle fit for the future was a person-centred programme to improve the physical health ... people living with at least one long-term health condition. A trained staff member or volunteer met with an older person and developed with them a personal, tailored plan to suit their health and wellbeing