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Back to nature breaks

From the shaded delights of a woodland campsite to whale watching in Scotland, why not take a walk on the wild side on your next holiday?

Back to nature breaks
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Spread the Warmth

Donate to our Spread the Warmth campaign to ensure older people don't suffer and die needlessly during winter due to lack of warmth.

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Motor insurance

See what great benefits we could offer, including no upper age limit. Get a no obligation quote today. Provided by Ageas Insurance Limited.

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TV licence concessions

You may be eligible for a concession on your TV licence in certain circumstances.

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Support our campaign

State Pension Age Campaign

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Women's State Pension Age is increasing to 66 by 2020 - 6 years earlier than planned. If you are a woman born in 1953 or 1954, you can help us stop this.

In Health & wellbeing

What to consider when remarrying

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Finding love second time around is a wonderful thing. But there are some financial and legal things that you need to consider, too.

In International

Pakistan - 7 months after the floods

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7 months after severe rains hit the lives of more than 20 million people in Pakistan, we're continuing to support the older people affected.

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Aids for the home

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We have a variety of aids to help you in later life, including stairlifts, personal alarms, bath lifts, and assistive furniture.

On the Age UK blog

Poor NHS treatment of older people

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Our charity director Michelle Mitchell explains why poor NHS treatment of older people is an attitude problem.

News and updates

Savings reduced by high inflation

Source : Press Association
Posted on 18 February 2011 04:30 PM

High inflation and low saving rates are hitting those who rely on their savings to boost their income, according to a report. Basic taxpayers need ...

Eating berries may lower risk of Parkinson's

Posted on 18 February 2011 04:00 PM

New research shows men and women who regularly eat berries may have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease, while men may also further lowe...

Asthma may not need daily treatment

Source : Press Association
Posted on 17 February 2011 01:00 PM

Daily treatment may no longer needed for people with mild asthma, according to scientists. A recent study has shown the possibilities of managing...

More people to pay for care homes

Source : Press Association
Posted on 17 February 2011 12:30 PM

Funding decisions made by the Government will see more older people forced to pay for care homes, it has been revealed. The amount of savings...

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Most popular pages

Find our most popular advice guides and factsheets covering everything from keeping healthy to claiming the benefits you are entitled to..

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Meet our staff

Staff spotlight: Katherine Hill

Katherine Hill

Your chance to find out what the people who work for Age UK actually do. Katherine works in the Policy Department...

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We support vulnerable older people in over 40 countries.

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4 ways to get involved

  • If you are a woman born between December 1953 and October 1954, you could help support our State pension age campaign - find out how you can get involved.
    Support our state pension age campaign
  • If you got a new computer last Christmas, why not donate your old one to Age UK and help technology novices in your area to get online.
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  • We offer a wide range of fun and interesting volunteering opportunities throughout the country.
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