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Is ageist humour a good way to cope with ageing?

The birthday cards we see often have ageist jokes on them. How do we tackle this form of ageism?

  • Age-friendly Movement
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Difficult years ahead for all warns latest intergenerational audit 

The cost-of-living crisis is not only going to affect older people now, but future generations too. These are the actions that need taking.

  • Age-friendly Movement
  • Work
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Age-friendly employers' summit - 2017

Why now is not the time for employers to turn their back on flexible working

Falling opportunities for remote working threatens workforce productivity and inclusivity, and it could be a costly mistake for us all.

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Ageing Better responds to Autumn Statement 2022

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has unveiled his Autumn Statement, detailing the restoration of the triple lock and the extension of the energy price guarantee.

  • Age-friendly Movement
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Ageing Better contributes to new planning advice to enable more accessible and affordable homes

Good planning is needed to deliver diverse solutions to meet people’s diverse housing needs as they age.

  • Homes
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Disability and ageing – time to think outside our silos?

As Disability History Month begins, it's important to think about why older people with impairments are rarely considered ‘Disabled’.

  • Age-friendly Movement
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No end to loss of older workers from labour market without greater targeted action

The latest ONS data shows that over 306,000 more workers aged 50-64 years old are now economically inactive than before the first outbreak of COVID-19. 

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Our armed forces veterans deserve targeted support when the time comes to return to civilian life

As we remember the service of all those that have defended our freedoms at this time of year, it's important to consider the challenges that veterans face when returning to civilian life.

  • Age-friendly Movement

Latest research from others

Clemson, V. et al., JMIR Aging
This study explores how older adults engage with websites that offer access to physical activity opportunities.
Niechcial, M.A. et al., Educational Gerontology
This study examines the facilitators and barriers affecting older adults’ engagement in leisure activities.
O’Donnell, D. et al., Systematic Reviews
This paper identifies best practice in interprofessional collaboration to support older people.

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