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Celebrating the part older people play in our communities

The first of October is the United Nations International Day of Older People – a moment to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations.

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Action today for all our tomorrows

The Centre for Ageing Better is tackling inequalities in ageing. We are working to make our workplaces, homes and communities inclusive of older people, as well as building an Age-friendly Movement so that society sees ageing in a more positive and realistic way.

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The State of Ageing is the most detailed and up-to-date report about ageing in England. Hover over the different chapter sections and central logo to find out more.
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Falls are the biggest causes of accidents in the home and place huge pressures on health services.
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A recent change in the eligibility rules for the Winter Fuel Payment has raised the importance of older people signing up for Pension Credit if they meet the criteria.
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An employment tribunal has granted a multi-million award to a senior executive dismissed by a firm that had a policy of only hiring people under the age of 45.
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Find out what it means to be an Age-friendly Community and the benefits of joining the UK Network.
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Sign up to the Age-friendly Employer Pledge and show you recognise the value of older workers.
Preview Age-positive images

Photos in the image library, which depict older people in non-stereotypical ways, are available to download for free.

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We discussed whether the Budget really will deliver more employment for people in their 50s and 60s.
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What is an Age-friendly Community? Learn about the WHO Age-friendly Communities framework and what can be achieved through becoming one.
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This webinar explained how you can capture photos that show the diversity of older people in realistic and authentic ways.

Stories and Case Studies

Action on ageing and health – led by data and insight

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Colin's story - 'unretiring' as an older worker

Colin’s extensive experience and skills are invaluable in his work supporting others to re-enter the labour market – he stresses that older workers have so much to offer employers.

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How do you create a menopause-friendly workplace?

On World Menopause Day, three Age-friendly Employer Pledge employers discuss the policies and practices they have successfully put in place.  

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Latest research from others

Drury, L., and Fasbender, U., Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology
This UK study examined conflicts between older and younger co-workers and ways to reduce them.
Sixsmith, J., Journal of Intergenerational Relationships
This study examines older adults’ experiences and participation in their communities in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Manchester.
Frayman, D., Centre for Economic Performance
This paper examines proposed increases in the state pension age in the UK.

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