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One in five older people living in a home which could make them sicker this winter

New data from Ageing Better reveals the scale of the country’s poor quality housing crisis and the widespread impact it is having on the nation’s health.

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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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Dr Carole Easton OBE was speaking at the Women and Equalities Committee in Parliament yesterday afternoon.
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Employees have gained new flexible working rights this year and the Labour government are set to outlay plans to expand those rights further.
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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.
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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

Challenging ageism in Age-friendly Communities: Bristol’s Age Proud campaign

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Christine and Margaret's story: Intergenerational homeshare

In this interview, Christine discusses the benefits of living with Margaret and what they have learned from one another.

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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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Latest research from others

Ipsos and the Housing Learning and Improvement Network (LIN)
This report examines the housing circumstances and preferences of older adults in the UK.
MacRae, C. et al., BMC Public Health
This study examines how living alone or with someone ill affects recovery after hip fracture.
Age UK
This report explores loneliness amongst older people living in the UK.

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