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Summer heatwaves threatening health of up to 3 million older people

Our research shows that older people living in properties between 45 and 80 years old are most likely to experience the worst effects of heatwaves.

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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 homes, workplaces 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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The Good Practice Mentors offer support to organisations who are working with older people to help reduce instances of loneliness and social isolation.
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Less than three weeks after winning the election, the Labour government had announced a new pensions review, promising that it would look, among other things, at ‘retirement adequacy’.
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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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Poor-quality housing can have a negative impact on us as we grow older, and more of us are affected by this complex problem due to an increasingly ageing population.
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No one should have to live in a home that damages their health, yet it is the norm for far too many people in England today. We’re leading a national campaign to fix unsafe homes.
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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

The 'neighbourhood arts centre without walls'

RivelinCo is a ‘neighbourhood arts centre without walls’ based in Hillsborough, Sheffield, organising cultural activities for and with the community. Events take place in parks, community centres, high streets, car parks, empty shops, etc. – anywhere non-traditional!  

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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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Age-friendly case study: Community radio for and by people in later life

Nationally, people in later life are over-represented as radio listeners and under-represented as producers, creators and presenters of radio and other audio content.

Hero image credit: Daniel Parry, Newcastle University & Later Life Audio and Radio Cooperative (LLARC)

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Latest research from others

Foster, D. House of Commons Library
31 Jul 2024
This report summarises the UK government's plans to introduce an £86,000 cap on lifetime personal care costs in England.
Bolster-Foucault, C., et al, Age and Ageing
13 Aug 2024
This paper synthesises evidence on social inequity in aging in place. It recommends incorporating social dimensions into policies and services to advance equity and support aging in place for all…
Zorrilla-Muñoz, V., et al., Land
17 Aug 2024
This study evaluates digital images of aids for older adults, focusing on gender, emotions, and anti-ageism.

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