State of Ageing 2019 infographics

Why Ken is #AgeingWithPride

“I don’t think of age really. I’ve been associated with so many age groups in the theatre and we always seem to get along.”

How far have we come in my five years at Ageing Better?

The Centre for Ageing Better is currently in its sixth year as an organisation with a focus on improving the experiences, opportunities and chances of those approaching or living in later life.

Why Pip is #AgeingWithPride

“I sometimes feel guilty – that I am still alive and some of those wonderful, talented, sexy people aren’t with us anymore. I will raise a glass to those good friends.”

Bathroom with level shower and accessible lever taps

The missing market – how can we each better meet the needs of over 50s consumers?

This webinar launched our report, which explores how we can better meet the needs of older adults through inclusive design.

Image of a digital skills workshop: an older woman is being taught to use her smartphone by a digital skills volunteer

Digital skills to connect

How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected digital skills training for older adults?

We need to prioritise making local areas great places to grow old in

Councils are at the heart of supporting local communities and people to thrive. Given the population age shift, all local authorities should commit to becoming Age-friendly Communities and make their areas better places to grow old in.

Why Linda is #AgeingWithPride

“I wanted to show that we've all got something to offer, whether we're young, or whether we're older. Everyone deserves the spotlight at some point."

Five million people approaching retirement at risk of not having 'adequate’ pension income

A new report from the Pensions Policy Institute sponsored by the Centre for Ageing Better warns that a growing number of people are at risk of being unable to afford a decent standard of living after retirement.

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.