State of Ageing 2019 infographics

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It’s time to wake up to the very real harm of ageism

The impact of age-based prejudice has a life-changing impact on people across health services, employment, housing and in almost every aspect of society.

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Impact of ageism on people, the economy and society revealed

Our latest report outlines the urgent need for our major public campaign to shift ageist attitudes, due to launch later this year.

Ten facts that show why ageism is so harmful

If you don’t think that ageism is a serious issue that urgently needs addressing, maybe these facts will make you think again.

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Why being an Age-friendly Community is more important than ever

Find out why Age-friendly Communities are able to develop innovative responses to cost-of-living challenges.

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Tackling inequality a priority as older population becomes more diverse

New Census figures show that the older population is more diverse than ever and will continue on that trajectory over the next couple of decades.

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Patrick - Stories from the image library

Patrick is 73 and a retired teacher. Here he talks about his experience of being photographed for our Age-positive image library.

Jo and Liz hugging each other by a canal

Jo and Liz - Stories from the image library

Jo, 67, and Liz, 60, talk about their experience of being photographed for our Age-positive image library.

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New collection of images highlights diverse experiences of ageing across England

Ageing Better is growing its popular, free Age-positive image library to reflect groups often unrepresented in public life.

State of Ageing 2019 infographics

Our State of Ageing 2019 report uses publicly available data to give a snapshot of what life is like for people aged 65 and older today, while looking at key areas: work and finances, housing, health and communities.