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Our response to the Government’s Fuller Working Lives strategy

News
2 Feb 2017

There are around 3.5 million people not in work between 50 and the state pension Age, and around a million of those stopped work before they were ready.

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Heading for a fall

Blog
25 Jan 2017

When people think about their health, their immediate concern is to avoid a serious illness that is potentially life threatening like cancer or a stroke.

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The importance of strength and balance exercise to prevent falls

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25 Jan 2017

41% of over 70s don’t realise how important good strength and balance is to reduce falls, according to new research commissioned by Ageing Better.

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Centre for Ageing Better responds to Government's Industrial Strategy

News
23 Jan 2017

The Industrial Strategy sets out a new vision for the economy. Now is the time for the Government to ensure that this new economy helps us thrive.

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All aboard the Bus Bill

Blog
11 Jan 2017

Though the Bill falls short of providing new resources, it provides the tools for local authorities to tackle bus provision creatively and in response to local need.

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Response to interim report from Cridland on the review of SPA

News
9 Jan 2017

We find the report to be forward looking and takes a broad perspective recognising the issues of fairness within and between generations.

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What will later life look like in 2017?

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4 Jan 2017

2016 has been a tumultuous year with big implications for how we meet the challenges and opportunities of an ageing society.  What will 2017 bring?

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People likely to benefit most from volunteering are the least likely to get involved

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19 Dec 2016

From its new report 'The Benefits of Making a Contribution to Your Community in Later Life', Ageing Better outlines its findings and conclusions.

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Latest research from others

Age-related trajectories of quality of life in community dwelling older adults: findings from the Survey of Health, Aging and Retirement in Europe (SHARE)
Mendorf, S., et al., Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience
This European study examines quality of life among community-dwelling older adults.
The evolution of barriers and facilitators to using a COPD app among older adults: results from a pilot study
Brady, J., et al., Frontiers in Digital Health
This US study examines how older adults with limited technology use engage with a health-focused smartphone app.
Unmet need, under-met need and public financing of home care in England
Wang, F., et al., Ageing & Society
This English study examines the impact of public financing on care adequacy among adults aged 50+.

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