Strength and balance infographics

Angela's voice - The importance of intergenerational relationships

Intergenerational relationships are important for those in later life to feel connected to their community and improve their wellbeing.

Wise, but incompetent? The effect of ageist attitudes in the UK

Although longer life expectancy is regarded positively and reflects societal progress in healthcare, later life is still synonymous with ill-health, resulting in ‘inevitable’ cognitive and physical decline.

How we can all keep active at home during the coronavirus crisis

With the threat of COVID-19 taking hold, more people will be spending a considerable amount of time in self-isolation, but there are ways people of all ages and ability can keep active through a variety of exercises.

Mocking, patronising and demonising: UK’s ageist attitudes revealed in new report

Attitudes to ageing and older people in the UK are mostly negative, according to a review of the evidence, with older people seen as incompetent, hostile or a burden on society.

Buses, bungalows and buddies – a village view on age-friendly communities

Limited access to public transport, health services and other crucial facilities can present additional challenges to people living in rural communities, compared to those in urban communities.

Growing older in a South Asian family

When we picture how we’d like to spend later life, our goals and ideals can differ based on our cultural background and family traditions.

Elderly man and grandson sitting on grass with football.

How do we bridge the UK’s age divide?

Not spending time with people of different age groups has an impact on stereotyping, prejudice and ageism.

Doddery but dear? A webinar examining age-related stereotypes

We held an interactive webinar exploring how age and ageing is discussed and represented across society

Strength and balance infographics

We want more people to be more physically active in later life. Maintaining and improving muscle strength and balance can help people in later life live independently and reduce the risk of falls.