We commissioned a scoping review of the evidence on the nature of inequalities in later life in England, and presented some of the key findings in the form of infographics.
Boom and bust? The last baby boomers and their prospects for later life
This report shows that prospects for people currently in their 50s and 60s have worsened considerably across many key aspects of life – such as health, work, housing and finances – when compared to people who were at the same age at the turn of the millennium.
Ethnic health inequalities in later life: The persistence of disadvantage from 1993-2017
This briefing presents the findings of recent research from the Universities of Sussex and Manchester. It looks at ethnic inequalities in health in later life in the UK.
Health of some ethnic minority groups in the UK equivalent to White people at least 20 years older, according to a new study
New study reveals stark ethnic health inequalities across the population, with differences in health among different groups particularly pronounced in later life.
Many older Black men are faced with the reality of the double jeopardy of ethnic inequalities and ageism. However, these issues are often unseen, unknown and unsupported.
Exploring the impact of lockdown on older adults' mental health
Whilst the last year and a half has been stressful for us all, it’s clear that it has had a disproportionate impact on the mental wellbeing of people who were already disadvantaged before the pandemic struck. It's time to address these inequalities.
What can be done to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people over 50?
The pandemic has had a profound impact on the mental health and isolation of LGBTQ+ people over 50. Here’s what Opening Doors London is doing to support these communities.
This webinar looked at how imagery shapes and reinforces negative attitudes to ageing, and explored current efforts to depict older age in a more positive and realistic light.