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additional challenges. Geography was highlighted as a particularly important factor and there are differences between areas: coastal and rural areas have a higher number of older people, for example. Community ... ability to support networks in a way that can overcome geographical challenges. Connectivity Connectivity in rural areas is very far behind the curve. This is not just a problem for older people but for
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Making it Work for Us A residents’ inquiry into sheltered and retirement housing 1 Acknowledgements 3 Executive summary 4 Key recommendations 5 Introduction 7 What is this inquiry? 7 Definitions 8 Background ... Adviser, Housing, Age UK Pauline Vernon Independent consultant 4 Sheltered and retirement housing is a positive solution for many older people. Our panel of residents, who reviewed the situation for England
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covered by the Act. One of the most important aspects of the Act is the Public Sector Equality Duty – a duty for public bodies to consider and apply fairness and equality, especially in making decisions or ... guidance can change during the year. If you need more detailed advice or representation, you can contact a local service. Age UK Advice, Age Cymru Advice, or Age Scotland Helpline can give you contact details
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your GP. When you get equipment you will be shown how to take readings and send them automatically to a health professional who will check your results and keep an eye on your health needs. Here are some ... pressure , a monitor can help you measure your blood pressure at home and automatically send the results to your GP. If you have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , you can get a device that
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how you crochet it: Start by making the body. Work 6 dc in a magic ring. [6] round 1: inc in all 6 st. [12] round 2: (dc in next st, inc in next st) repeat 6 times. [18] round 3: (dc in next 2 st, inc ... crochet hooks 3.5 & 2.5mm wool colours level Frills, feathers, and plenty of hattitude. This one’s a crowning glory. abbreviations: (UK) ch – chain st(s) – stitch(es) dc – double crochet inc – increase
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Introduction This briefing looks at how we define poverty and gives information about older people living on a low income: the extent of poverty in later life, changes over time and who is at greatest risk. ... worrying that nothing is set aside for a sudden emergency such as the cooker breaking down, or being unable to afford the cost of transport needed to visit a friend or go to a social club. How is poverty measured
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be their guardian*?: Executors’** full names and addresses: Before meeting with your solicitor, it’s a good idea to plan what you want to include and who you want to benefit. You can use this form to gather ... place for easy reference at your meeting. (Please note that this will planner is not a legal document and cannot be used as a valid will.) **Executors are the people who will deal with your estate, collecting
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Advice 0300 303 44 98 www.agecymru.org.uk Factsheet 58w May 2024 Paying for temporary care in a care home in Wales Factsheet 58w May 2024 ... 4 Specific charging rules where it is decided that care will be on a temporary basis 8 4.1 Definitions of different types of care home stay in
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