Age UK ‘We Can’t Wait for Care’ Campaign
Published on 13 February 2023 11:17 AM
Millions of older people in England are waiting for care.
2.6 million people in England aged over 50 are unable to get care, including hundreds of thousands who are stuck on waiting lists for support or even just waiting to have their needs assessed.
That means millions left struggling to go to the toilet, eat, get dressed or wash because they can’t do these things unaided. And there are many more providing unpaid care, often older and in poor health themselves, doing their best to keep their loved ones safe and well at home. They desperately need support from care services so that they can take a break from caring.
The campaigns team at Age UK are calling on the Chancellor to use the Spring Budget on 15th March to help the millions of older people who are waiting for good, reliable care and support to live with dignity.
Many older people have already been waiting a long time for care – they can’t wait any longer.
If you would like to add your name to the letter that is being sent to the Chancellor you can do that by following the link here