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‘We just want enough to get by’: Hundreds of thousands of pensioners going without essentials

The Living Wage Foundation has said that 35 per cent of low income pensioners are relying on benefits, or money from friends and family to get by, as basic incomes are no longer enough to afford the basics

The Independent UK

'I don't have any air in the tyres and I can't change gears' – meet the man cycling the length of the UK on a homemade wooden bike

Kidus Tesera, the self-dubbed 'King Raphael', is riding "a protest on wheels"

Cycling Weekly

Sheila Hancock admits she’s overwhelmed with loneliness after husband John Thaw’s death

‘Who is there now to wipe my tears and make me laugh?’ actor asked

The Independent UK

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How loneliness is costing the taxpayer up to £850 a year

Loneliness is increasing with projections from Age Uk suggesting the number of people aged 65 and over who report frequent loneliness could reach 1.2 million by 2034

The Independent UK

Warning of energy bill ‘cliff-edge’ after costs go up £700 in five years

Millions of people are facing a “cliff-edge” in support for energy bills, several leading charities have warned, as the government is urged to take action to tackle rising costs.

The Independent UK

Notting Hill residents taken on council-funded seaside trip for bank holiday weekend to avoid Carnival

Kensington and Chelsea council forked out over £25,000 to take older residents on holiday during Notting Hill Carnival this bank holiday weekend

Evening Standard

Minimum level of retirement income needed to prevent surge in pensioner poverty, MPs warn

Labour minister Liz Kendall has warned of a ‘tsunami in pensioner poverty’ and opened the door to a rise in the state retirement age

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UK-wide strategy needed to tackle pensioner poverty, says committee

A minimum level of retirement income should be set, with a strategy for everyone to reach that level, the Work and Pensions Committee said.

Evening Standard

Are you ageing well? Take the five-part quiz that could help change your future

Most of us want to enjoy later life feeling strong, connected, and mentally sharp. But how often do we stop to think about whether the things we’re doing right now are helping us get there?

The Conversation

5 questions to ask before you commit to a care home

Before moving into a care home, it’s crucial to research and compare different homes, understand the associated costs and assess your needs.

The Independent UK

How to make friends in later life and how it impacts health and wellbeing

Friendships are important at all stages of life, particularly in later life.

The Independent UK

Health warnings issued as parts of UK brace for approaching heatwave

Yellow heat-health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for most of England which are in force until 6pm on Sunday.

Evening Standard

‘Lessons to learn’ from winter fuel payments U-turn

The winter fuel payment controversy has shown just how ‘radioactive’ any attempt at reform has become, one finance expert said.

Evening Standard

The warning signs someone is lonely and how to help them

Age UK found that 2.1 million older people say they take less care of themselves when they are lonely

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Ways to prevent loneliness in older people

As Loneliness Awareness Week approaches, we spoke with charities and experts about prevention for the older generation.

The National (Scotland)

Ask the Expert: Exercising in your 50s for a happier healthier later life

Age UK and Dr Hussain Al Zubaidi have joined forces to talk about how reaching your 50s is the perfect time to ‘Act Now to Age Better’.

Evening Standard

Less than half of pensioners aged 65-75 ‘confident their savings will last’

The survey of 1,000 people on a moderate retirement income was undertaken for Aviva and Age UK.

The Independent UK

Most early pensioners not ‘confident their savings will last,’ new research reveals

Most pensioners expressed concern about how much they have saved in private pots

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The Independent UK

Seven simple ways to make the most of retirement without breaking the bank

Here are some budget-friendly to boost your wellbeing in your later years

Woman & Home

Helen Mirren reveals the 'little changes' that have helped her 'embrace ageing' as she approaches 80

Dame Helen Mirren is known for her healthy habits, and it's these that have helped her live longer and more comfortably, she said

The Independent UK

Care homes under threat as family visa crackdown blocks 100,000 workers

Exclusive: Government policy on migration which prevents care workers bringing children and spouses to the UK is stopping the flow of staff needed to care for NHS patients

The National (Scotland)

New Age UK campaign urges midlifers to be more active to prepare for later life

New Age UK campaign ‘Act Now Age Better’ highlights how becoming more physically active in midlife can ensure a happier, heathier more…

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Dame Helen Mirren wants people to 'embrace rather than fear' ageing

Hollywood legend Dame Helen Mirren is encouraging people to start exercising to help them embrace growing older.

The Independent UK

How doing squats between emails could boost your health in midlife

Keeping fit and healthy in midlife is key to enjoying your later years. Here’s some tips

The Independent UK

Helen Mirren’s ageing advice for younger people

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