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responded to this research and shared their views and experiences. This research was funded by Welsh Government. Previous survey reports What matters to you? - Current experiences of people aged 50 or over in
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We can deliver the perfect partnership for your business, whilst also helping you to support our life-changing work. Strategic partnerships Working in a strategic partnership is a great way to link ... link your organisation’s objectives whilst supporting older people in communities across Wales. For example, we can work together to benefit older people’s financial wellbeing (e.g., offer benefit
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including enforced confinement, denying access to outdoor space or gardens, and preventing leave for people who are on mental health wards. Over forty percent (43%) of advocates reported care providers ... communication. While some people find digital communication can be as effective as meeting in person, for most people it is not comparable. It means that they are not getting the support they need and this
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Exercise – following the evidence The evidence for falls prevention exercise and how it can be applied in practice. Expert series To explain the research base for falls prevention exercise to give a better ... 2013 This document: • Describes the evidence base for falls prevention exercise • Outlines the benefits of evidence-based falls prevention exercise for older people and health and care services • Presents
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Pilot. 2 Foreword Many people experience loneliness at some point in their lives. For some it may be short-lived whilst for others it can become long term. It can have a devastating impact on people’s health ... in communities; exploring the sorts of conversations needed to enable someone who is lonely to get help on their own terms; and developing and sustaining a wide range of local and national services from
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We're looking for people to join our volunteer ‘Friends’ telephone befriending team to connect with older people on a weekly 30 minute friendship call. You can find out more about this role ... search on their website for 'Friend in Need' to find this volunteering opportunity. What happens next? Once you've registered on the Volunteering Wales website and applied for this opportunity, you'll
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of things that people can do to help stay mentally and physically well whilst at home. As a ‘Friend’ you could help the person you’re supporting be aware of what could help them stay fit and well. Exercise ... important for their physical and mental health, to keep moving. Whether that’s turning on their favourite song and dancing, undertaking housework with a bit more gusto, or finding a workout that works for them
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handy to grit paths. You could ask your neighbours for help to clear paths or driveways clear in bad weather – most people are more than happy to help. Plan ahead when driving. Try to avoid going ... charger. Help an older person this Winter This winter, more than ever, let’s come together and look out for each other. There are plenty of simple, practical things we can do to help each other
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updated for free of charge by one of the solicitors participating in the campaign. An up-to-date will written by a solicitor can help ensure your wishes will be respected. It allows you to provide for your ... Free Wills Month is intended for individuals or couples aged 55 and over. If you are making your will as a couple, only one of you needs to be over 55. The campaign pays for simple wills, in other words
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struggling to cover your rent, you could claim Housing Benefit. Housing Benefit is money to help people on a low income to cover their rent. Housing Benefit is a means-tested benefit. This means ... month, especially if you’re a pensioner struggling to pay other living costs. Housing Benefit could help you to meet those costs and save you some worry. You could get Housing Benefit if: you pay rent
