Age UK

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We believe every older person should be valued and included. Let's change how we age 💜 https://www.ageuk.org.uk/

The Mansell Street Women’s Group, run by Age UK City of London, meets monthly to help older women feel less isolated 💜 To mark the end of Ramadan, we spoke to the group about the opportunities it provides older women to catch up, deepen friendships, and learn new skills: https://bit.ly/4rYT9Hl

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Wishing a Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mums, grandmothers, foster mums, stepmothers, surrogate mums, mums-to-be and mother figures out there💜 We hope you have a wonderful day!

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Want to see what we're up to? 👀 The Age UK Bulletin newsletter is where you get to see everything from behind the scenes of our latest campaigns, to personal letters from the older people we support. Be the first to know about the work your support makes possible: https://bit.ly/4aJ9cCr

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Our charity shops need things to sell - it’s as simple as that. Every bag of clothes, every book, every homeware treasure helps fund vital services for older people. Have a clear out. Fill a bag. Drop it in. Find your nearest shop here: https://bit.ly/4bqKIiA

It can be hard to tell if your older loved one is losing their hearing, but there are common signs: 👂They need the TV to be louder. 👂They find it difficult to hear on the phone. 👂They can’t always hear people talking, especially in crowds. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4cCnSFR

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It's officially the start of Free Wills Month and your older loved ones can have their Will updated for free! 📜 We've partnered with Free Wills Month to give Age UK supporters the chance to have their Will written or updated for free. Registerr today: https://bit.ly/2o3IOj0

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Local Age UKs deliver services like help at home, exercise classes and digital inclusion, using their expert knowledge of their area to transform older people’s health, wellbeing and finances. Find out what's available near you: https://bit.ly/4rZXb2k

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80-year-olds George & Gladys met at Age UK Hull & East Yorkshire when Gladys unknowingly sat in George's usual seat. The pair hit it off, and seeing how much they had in common, George bought them tickets to the theatre, and they've been a couple ever since. What a wonderful Age UK love story💜

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Just one week after its launch, we've been so thrilled by the positive response to our brand new brand new sex, relationships and intimacy guide 💜 But why are we talking about things like this, and why was the guide created? Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3MAOdJJ

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We’re excited to launch our brand new sex, relationships and intimacy guide 💜 From making sex more enjoyable, navigating changes in relationships, or learning how intimacy can evolve, our guide is full of practical advice to help support your older loved ones: https://bit.ly/49TA9UL

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Anyone can fall victim to a scam and the experience can be very distressing, but support is available 💜 Download our guide today to learn how to spot the warning signs, how to protect your older loved ones, and what to do if you think they've been scammed: https://bit.ly/4jVVAb4

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Holocaust Memorial Day is a day to remember persecutions of the past & stand against hatred and prejudice today. This year's theme, Bridging Generations, reminds us responsibility of remembrance doesn’t end with the survivors – it lives on through us all. Read about #HMD2026: https://bit.ly/3NGv3T4

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