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A perspective on ageism from the Disabled people's movement

On the UN International Day of Disabled Persons, is it time to consider where ageism starts and disablism ends?

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An introduction to Age-friendly Communities

What is an Age-friendly Community? Learn about the WHO Age-friendly Communities framework and what can be achieved through becoming one.

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Case study: Increasing Pension Credit uptake in Age-friendly Communities

Age-friendly Communities are well placed to help residents to access the millions of pounds that go unclaimed in benefits for older people. This case study brings together examples that could be adopted in your place.

How-to guide: Running a Pension Credit uptake campaign

Discover our six steps for producing your own campaign to support Pension Credit uptake in your local place.

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?

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.

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.

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’.

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.