– let’s face it, it can often be a welcome change from the heavy downpours and high winds we experience in Wales. There's no clear distinction between the seasons these days, so it’s important ... we’re prepared – whatever the weather throws our way. Heatwaves can happen suddenly – taking us by surprise, so keep a check on the weather forecast. The Meteorological Office (Met Office)
factsheet aims to help you understand how to recognise and deal with debt problems, as well as where to seek advice and assistance. Included is information about: ⚫ the stages of debt advice ⚫ help to resolve ... resolve debt problems ⚫ how to seek assistance ⚫ organisations that can help. The information in this factsheet is applicable in England and Wales. If you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland, please contact
Money Introduction 2 What we want to achieve 3 What is currently happening to prevent falls 4 The cost of falls 5 The experiences of people in later life 6 Advice to stay active 7 Investing in falls ... Where to go for more information 22 Contents 2 Falls represent the most frequent and serious type of accident in people aged 65 and over. Furthermore, falls are the main cause of disability and the leading
may only reproduce this paper or parts of it for academic, educational or research purposes or where the prior consent of Age UK has been obtained for influencing or developing policy and practice. Jane ... 6825798). The registered address is Tavis House 1-6 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9NA. 2 About this consultation The CMA is carrying out a market study into care homes for older paper, to review how
We believe loneliness and isolation should be addressed as priority public health issues to improve the health and wellbeing of Wales. 75,000 older people in Wales have reported ‘always or often’ feeling ... lonely is detrimental to the wellbeing of older people and there is increasing evidence of the negative impacts on physical and mental health. These negative impacts can lead to increased pressure on a
Hidden in plain sight The unmet mental health needs of older people October 2016 We’re Age UK Age UK is a charity and a social enterprise driven by the needs and aspirations of people ... people in later life. We are here to inspire, enable and support older people to help everyone make the most of later life. Age UK provides information and advice to over 5 million people each year, runs public
may only reproduce this paper or parts of it for academic, educational or research purposes or where the prior consent of Age UK has been obtained for influencing or developing policy and practice. Name: ... registered company number 6825798). The registered address is Tavis House 1-6 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9NA. 1. Introduction 1.1. Of the 569,024 people who died in the UK in 2012, 91 per cent were aged
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areas that need action, according to an Age Cymru survey of more than 1,000 older people in Wales between August 2018 and March 2019. Lack of public toilets Asked to score local facilities with marks out ... followed closely by a voice in decision making with 4.5, and pavements with 4.6. The lack of public toilet facilities was the key factor for many older people while others said cleanliness, accessibility
Consultation response July 2022 Age Cymru is the leading national charity working to improve the lives of all older people in Wales. We believe older people should be able to lead healthy and fulfilled lives, have ... access to high 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.