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fraud and scams Key facts 5 million targeted Almost 5 million older people (65+) believe they have been targeted by scammers.1 12% responded While only 12% of those targeted responded to a scam, this means ... means around half a million older people could have fallen victim.2 Single older people Single older people are more likely to respond than married people, and half of all people aged 75+ live alone
Different activities bring a different range of benefits, so try a variety of things. Finding something you enjoy means you’re more likely to do it regularly.
work with our five local Age Cymru partners to improve the lives of older people in Wales. We’ve a shared vision of an age friendly Wales and together we work to make life better for older people in Wales ... campaigning, through free, high quality information and advice and through a range of services available in our local communities. HOPE is a partnership project between Age Cymru, Age Cymru local partners and
Employment Confederation Age opportunity A best practice guide for recruiters An ageing population, the end of forced retirement and a rising State Pension age, mean there is a growing number of over 50s in the ... Department for Work and Pensions (2015) www.gov.uk Employing Older Workers: An employer’s guide to multi-generational workforce, Department for Work and Pensions (2013) www.gov.uk DWP Employer Toolkit:
Prevent a Fall - Take Action Today Take 2 minutes to talk to an older patient Ask them if they’ve fallen recently or fear falling Help them take action today Care & Repair Cymru Ask Today Does your patient ... patient have a history of falling? (If not a medical problem) • Get them to focus on why, where and what may have contributed to their fall • Discuss actions they can take to reduce the risk of falling
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Age Cymru provides information and advice on a whole host of topics that you may need help with in later life. From money and health to care and housing advice, we provide support when you need it
Our care home toolkit is a resource available to care homes about recruitment, training and supporting volunteers and care homes
Age Cymru has a local office in Pontypridd who provides products and services to the over 50s.