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Community, Connection, and Inequality: Rethinking Ageing in England

Alongside many other elements that contribute to a good later life are the communities we live in. Being part of a community provides a sense of belonging and support which are vital for psychological wellbeing.

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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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Our summary presents key data on our older population and shows that, quite simply, where you are born in England determines how long you live and how well you age.
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Our latest State of Ageing chapter on Society reveals that the huge amount of volunteering carried out by people aged 50 and older has diminished compared to before the pandemic.
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The Centre for Ageing Better launches new report calling for new policy and practice to improve support for Disabled people and people with long-term health conditions in their 50s and 60s to find and stay in work.
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Dorset Council has become the 100th place in the UK to become an Age-friendly Community.
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This report, commissioned by the Centre for Ageing Better and delivered by the Race Equality Foundation, explores the specific housing and home improvement needs and barriers experienced by racially minoritised communities in England.
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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

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East Riding of Yorkshire Council – a modern workforce in a modern workplace

Darren Stevens is Executive Director of Corporate Resources at East Riding of Yorkshire Council. He outlines the work that East Riding of Yorkshire Council is doing to become an Age-friendly Employer.

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Dave’s voice – unretiring with Ipsos

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Latest research from others

UK Parliament
This briefing examines winter mortality and prevention measures in the UK.
De Paula Couto, M., et al., Psychology and Aging
This German study explores how personal and general views on ageing influence mortality risk.
The Health Foundation
This brief focuses on older adults’ experiences with healthcare in the UK, including primary, out-of-hours, hospital, and end-of-life care.

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