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the UK’s ageing population. Using analysis from the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA), as well as evidence from transport experts at a stakeholder’s workshop, this report argues that the current ... for not using public transport among those 65 and over are that it’s not convenient and does not go where you want. • Women, those with lower incomes, and those without a car were less likely to state that
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security: these things are tremendously important to us as we age. This is why we have decided that over the next five years our overarching goal as a charity should be to help make the UK ‘a great place ... older people have the opportunity to stay active and be recognised as valued members of society. There is also an important global context, as Age UK is working with its partner, Age International, to press
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listed buildings in Wales is especially relevant for those listed buildings that offer services, such as catering, banking or shopping, or which people visit for leisure, work or education purposes. 2 ... Older people have told us that it is becoming increasingly difficult to be involved in town planning, as consultations are often only available online which excludes a high number of older people. It was
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Similar wording was used in most reports read in this review; for example: ‘Financial abuse was defined as "the unauthorised and improper use of funds, property or any resources of an older person." This included ... last 12 months, as with: Stolen money, possessions or property. Attempted to steal money, possessions or property. Made you give money, possessions or property. Tried to make you give money, possessions
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Trustees, Officers, Independent Committee Members and Professional Advisers 104 A moment to say thank you 106 *includes Age Isle of Man A moment to introduce Age UK We’re local and national We operate in ... Cymru, Age NI and Age Scotland and 165 local Age UKs in England, charities in their own right, as well as smaller organisations called Friends and Forums. Together, we enable, support and inspire older
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identities 06 Coming out 08 Why this is an important issue 10 The obstacles to good practice 14 What you can do to make a difference 18 The law 24 Getting started: checklist for good practice 28 Closing thoughts ... advice on being the kind of service in which older LGBT people can feel safe to be themselves. As well as the bigger issues, it stresses that it is often the simple things that make a difference – being
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Stories from older people as co-investigators With contributions from Julie Asumu, Rebecca Bromley, Roger Bysouth, Angela Downing, Joan Gem, Tony Goulding, Freddi Greenmantle, Helen Hibberd, Raj Kaur, ... Age-Friendly Communities Stories from older people as co-investigators Researching Age-Friendly Communities ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This guide to working with older people as co-researchers has been produced in partnership
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services could not function, and Carers week provides a fantastic opportunity for us collectively to pay tribute to all carers and to highlight the issues they face. This edition includes feedback on our ... find out more about our work, how we can help and to share your thoughts and issues with us. I hope you enjoy these and the many other updates on our work across Wales. Victoria Lloyd 2 The quarterly newsletter
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resources that you may find useful. A One-Stop-Shop Guide for Older Carers in Wales A guide for identifying, signposting, and supporting older carers in Wales. This guide aims to help you answer some of ... questions about getting help as a carer - what you're entitled to, who you should speak to, and what other support is available. One-Stop-Shop Guide for Older Carers in Wales Your rights as a carer From the right
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complaint 15 3.7 Support to help you raise concerns or make a complaint – the role of Llais, including their advocacy services 16 3.8 Support to help you raise concerns or make a ... complaints locally 20 4.1 Resolving an issue without making a formal complaint 20 4.2 What to expect if you feel you need to make a formal complaint 20 4.3 Acknowledging and pursuing your complaint 21 4.4 Investigating
