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Statement Discrimination and Human Rights March 2019 Summary Everyone should live with dignity and respect. Older people are equal members of society and should not be subjected to ageist attitudes, stereotyping ... people and ageing are pervasive in our society. In common with most other forms of discrimination, ageism is based on inaccurate stereotypes. These ageist attitudes are all too often reflected and amplified
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Information and Advice for Older People Evidence Review This evidence review is part of a series produced by Age UK, in order to provide evidence to underpin decision-making for people involved in commissioning ... development, fundraising and influencing. Information and Advice for Older People Evidence Review 1 Key messages 3 1 Definitions 4 2 Policy context 7 3 The need for information and advice 14 4 Addressing
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permanent care home provision in Wales Factsheet 38w June 2024 2 of 57 Contents 1 Information about this factsheet 5 1.1 Definitions and terminology ... the social care system in Wales 7 2.1 The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and accompanying Code of Practice guidance – relevance to the social
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General Election 2024 From pensioner poverty to digital exclusion, we highlight the key challenges you face today A spotlight on mental health and wellbeing Guide to help you have more money in your pocket ... he announced his intention to hold a general election on 4 July 2024. We were delighted to publish our Blueprint for older people in Wales setting out the key issues we wish to see the new UK Government
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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 ... aware and follow our tips below to help the person you’re supporting to stay safe. Encourage them to: • Be sceptical if they receive an email, text or WhatsApp message about the Coronavirus, and never
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1 Consultation Response Freedom and choice in pensions Date: June 2014 No: 0814 All rights reserved. Third parties may only reproduce this paper or parts of it for academic, educational or ... purposes or where the prior consent of Age UK has been obtained for influencing or developing policy and practice. Name: Barbara Limon Email: Barbara.limon@ageuk.org.uk Age UK Tavis House 1-6 Tavistock
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education resource pack How to use this resource Falling over is a leading cause of injuries, especially among older adults, however, falling over isn’t an inevitable part of getting older. There’s lots that ... people, and the people around them can do to reduce the risks. This resource is designed to help children think about falling over, the impact that this could have on people, how they can support friends
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Policy Statement Safeguarding older people June 2017 Summary All older people in Wales have the right to a life free from abuse. There are ‘few more basic human rights than that of being protected from violence ... or neglect. Agencies must work together to safeguard individuals, to uphold an individual’s fundamental right to be safe, to minimise vulnerability, and to support those who have experienced abuse or neglect
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Public Policy Statement Employment and contribution September 2019 Summary Older people make a significant contribution to Welsh life and the Welsh economy. After taking account of the costs ... day to the Welsh economy.1 Age Cymru believes that all people have an innate value in themselves, regardless of their age or other personal characteristics. Nevertheless, it is sometimes helpful to quantify
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what it did not say, and in particular neither social care nor pensioners received a mention. However, our policy experts have been through the detailed papers, and the parts relevant to older people are summarised ... health, with a need for extra support, and on a low retirement income after a working life spent on low pay, many of whom live alone in poor quality housing that is hard to heat. Unfortunately there was
