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more likely receive social care services than if they were not able to, for example, dress without help. However, it is uncommon for someone to have difficulty in carrying out a basic daily activity such ... Our definition of unmet social care need encompasses more than receiving or not help. Even for those people who do, the help they receive may not meet their needs all the time. Because we understand that
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1 Consultation Response Call for Evidence and Projects National Development Framework Welsh Government March 2017 Introduction Age Cymru is the leading charity working to improve the lives of all ... 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 to respond to the Welsh Government’s call for Evidence and Projects regarding
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PENSIONS POLICY INSTITUTE The financial resilience of the recently retired This report is a report for Age UK’s Financial Services Commission and was initially presented at a summit event that took place ... savings. For this reason the report does not take account of these proposed changes. PENSIONS POLICY INSTITUTE The financial resilience of the recently retired Summary 1 Who are the recently
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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 advice. Neither Age UK nor any of its subsidiary companies ... important first step towards feeling better. Good to know. There are lots of organisations you can go to for support – we’ve included a couple below. You can find more in the ‘Useful organisations’ section on
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uphold an individual’s fundamental right to be safe, to minimise vulnerability, and to support those who have experienced abuse or neglect. Legislation is an essential component of safeguarding adults; ... in April 2016. The Act puts adult safeguarding on a statutory footing and forms a legal framework for adult protection in Wales. The Welsh Government has developed the Codes of Practice and Regulations
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parties 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. ... Key points and recommendations We strongly agree that, in some circumstances, it is more efficient for the regulator to play a stronger role in enforcing market discipline, by stopping unsuitable products
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consultation response - Bereavement Care in Wales 17th May 2021 1: Is it clear who this bereavement framework is for and why it has been developed? YES If the answer is no please tell us below what can ... deliver support in the right place and at the right time for bereaved people. 2. How can the provision of and access to bereavement services for people with protected characteristics (section 4) be improved
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improving wellbeing has been long established. Wales is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and this strength is something that can be tapped for the positive effects it can bring to care home residents in ... in Wales. The population of Wales is ageing. Whilst people are living for longer, this does not necessarily equate to living healthier.i As such more older people need care than before, and more will
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of Ageing Authors: Jenny Chanfreau, Matt Barnes and Carl Cullinane Date: December 2013 Prepared for: Age UK NatCen Social Research | Changes to work and income around state pension age 1 Many people ... We found that reaching state pension age is indeed a major event marking the start of retirement for many households. Three quarters of households with someone nearing SPA had at least one person in work
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concerned about someone If you have a non-emergency concern for someone aged 50 or over you’re supporting you can contact Age Cymru Advice for support on 08000 223 444 If the person is aged under 50 you ... you’re worried about someone’s physical health contact the NHS: • Online: https://111.wales.nhs.uk/ (for help and advice) • Phone: 111 (if symptoms get worse) • Phone: 999 (if someone’s life is at risk) If
