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Introduction We are all going to die someday, but many of us seem to have a lot of fear around the process. For example, in one recent survey the top four out of seven fears people admitted to were around death1: ... progressive, incurable conditions; those who may die within 12 months; and those with life-threatening acute conditions.2 End of life care covers any support and treatment for those nearing death, and includes
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quality services and the opportunity to shape their own future. We seek to provide a strong voice for all older people in Wales and to raise awareness of the issues of importance to them. We are pleased ... specific Objectives are provided below: WG Equality Objective 1: ‘By 2024, we will improve outcomes for those most at risk of living in low income households, particularly those with protected characteristics
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Pensioners Forum Wales. It revealed that 70% of respondents had some difficulty accessing health services for both hospital and GP appointments, while 78% of respondents said not being able to see friends and ... winter will bring. Levels of loneliness and isolation amongst older people, already a significant issue for many, were compounded by the pandemic with 32% of respondents saying they were lonely, rising to 55%
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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 medical advice. Neither Age UK nor any of its subsidiary ... phone 18 Glossary 21 Useful organisations 24 2 Internet security what next? What this guide is about For many people the internet has made life easier and is an excellent source of information. But it’s
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AgeUKIG47 Practical help and emotional support. Caring for someone with dementia. 2 We’d love to hear from you. 1) Join our Readers’ Panel. Have your say and be involved in updating our guides by joining ... 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
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in my own right”. Comprehensive and enforceable civil and human rights are the essential foundation for the permanent elimination of discrimination and the removal of barriers. “ I am recognised as a person ... should consider the needs and challenges faced by an ageing population and articulate clear proposals for helping older people in need. We urge all political parties to embrace the concept of an age friendly
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Annual Review 2011/12 Improving later life Together We all want the best possible later life for our families, our friends and ourselves. With your help, we can change lives. Together. Money matters 4 ... 2011/12. Together with our partners, supporters, volunteers and staff we help make later life better for millions of people. 1 Money matters Health & wellbeing Home & care Travel & lifestyle Work & learning
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quality services and the opportunity to shape their own future. We seek to provide a strong voice for all older people in Wales and to raise awareness of the issues of importance to them. We are pleased ... respond to the Health, Social Care and Sports Inquiry into Loneliness and Isolation. The evidence for the scale and causes of the problems of isolation and loneliness including such factors as housing
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this means for each of us in our lives. The week-long campaign is coordinated by the National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi) and this year is supported by The British Institute for Human Rights ... the work of the National Network for Adults Advocacy in Wales. The networks are an opportunity for services who currently provide advocacy, and those who would like to in the future, to get
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eviction 45 6.1 Alerting the court if you feel you are being evicted for retaliatory reasons 45 7 Action by a bailiff 46 8 Debt advice and the ... registered and licensed 48 9.1 Rent Smart Wales Code of Practice for private landlords and agents 48 9.2 ‘Fit and proper person’ test for private landlords and agents
