We help older people on low incomes
to live with dignity and peace of mind

A survey has found that parents are being forced to use their pensions to send their children to university.  Read more of this article from The Daily Mail.

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Manufacturers and consumer groups have criticised a government scheme designed to help elderly and vulnerable viewers switch to digital television.  Read more of this article from The Guardian.

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According to research undertaken by Help the Aged, older people are being robbed of the chance to play an active part in society because they can't access new skills throuogh adult education.  Read more about this research

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The Government has announced that it's to hold a UK Older People's Day on 1st October 2008 called 'Full of Life'.  Click here for more details

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A pilot study has been launched, which assesses the impact of volunteering within NHS trusts.  Read more about this project

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Following the recent death of Olive Riley, 108, who wrote the 'Life of Riley' blog, join the quest to find the world's oldest blogger.

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Two-thirds of single pensioners have to get by on less than £200 a week, finds an official report. Read the Daily Mail article

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The old help the young
The Times launches an award for the older person who has done most for good causes in old age.

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A Queen's Award goes to one of our older people for her volunteer project.

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Counsel and Care is campaigning to produce a national manifesto for older people for the next General Election. Read about VotingAge

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