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Healthy new towns

We welcome NHS England’s plan to create ten ‘healthy new towns’

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2 Mar 2016

The Centre for Ageing Better welcomes the announcement of NHS England’s plans to create ten NHS-supported ‘healthy new towns’ across the country.

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New report from National Policy for the Built Environment Committee

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29 Feb 2016

We respond to a report from the National Policy for the Built Environment Committee which asserts the importance of delivering a better built environment.

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Digital skills for life

We must enable older age groups to enjoy the benefits of digital

Blog
25 Feb 2016

As part of our digital work stream, we have been assessing the landscape of digital in the ageing sector, to investigate the barriers and what can be done.

  • Age-friendly Movement
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Cities of the future need to be age-friendly

Blog
25 Feb 2016

As the debate intensifies in the London Mayoral elections, are the candidates committed to creating cities that are fit for our ageing population?

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boy and grandad

Giving a voice to people ageing without children

Blog
24 Feb 2016

One in 5 people over 50 are not a parent; the percentage of women who haven't given birth has jumped from 9% to 19% in a generation and is expected to rise.

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Adding life to years

Blog
24 Feb 2016

The good news is that we are living longer. The even better news is that we have an opportunity to ensure this extended time is active and fulfilling.

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Social connections in retirement

Research shows the importance of social connections in retirement

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19 Feb 2016

We respond to research published in the BMJ Open showing that social group memberships in retirement are associated with increased quality of life. 

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Response to research showing life expectancy at highest level ever

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15 Feb 2016

Read our response to research published by Public Health England which reports life expectancy at older ages is at its highest level ever.

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Latest research from others

Lifelong learning in the reskilling era: From luxury to necessity
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
This UK report examines the impact of technological change, the transition to a net-zero economy, and demographic shifts on the labour market.
Involvement of older adults in shared decision-making on care transitions in the UK: an interpretative qualitative systematic review
Halamová, L., et al., Ageing & Society
This study examines older adults’ involvement in decisions about moving into care facilities in the UK.
‘I Feel Comfortable Enough and Trust the People Around Me to Be Able to Open Up’: Exploring How Mental Health Community Support Groups Help Older Men Navigate Mental Health and Masculinities in Later Life
Vickery, A., Journal of Long-Term Care
This English study explores older men’s experiences of community support groups for wellbeing, mental health and constructs of masculinity in later life.

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