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Older and younger person using phone at South London Cares workshop

A third of 65-74 year olds not using the internet and many have no intention of getting online

With over a third of people aged 65-74 not using the internet, 74% in that age group also say that there is nothing that would prompt them to go online in the next 12 months.

Extraordinary change could come from solving ordinary problems

When it comes to ageing, we often forget about ordinary problems that face people as they enter later life. Meeting these seemingly minor challenges could have huge benefits for the UK’s ageing population.

Community contributions roundtable hosted in Manchester

Empowering people in later life to contribute to their community

Matthew Ryder, London’s Deputy Mayor for Social Integration, Social Mobility and Community Engagement, writes that programmes designed to support communities must involve those of all ages.

How much money is enough for a good later life?

When asking what makes for an adequate income in later life, the best test of the role of the state pension is how well it serves those who are reliant on it as their main or only source of income in later life.

Conversation Week: The transition to a new life

Our Senior Evidence Officer, Ali Hawker, reflects on how talking about our feelings can help us feel more positive and equipped to transition into retirement.

Conversation Week: Talking About Later Life

Our Senior Evidence Officer, Ali Hawker, talks about the not so easy conversations we may all have as we approach retirement.

700,000 more pensioners in poverty if triple lock is scrapped – report warns

Low earners will have to put in an extra £540 a year to avoid poverty in retirement.

The V Word

Dawn Austwick – Chief Executive of Big Lottery Fund – reflects on the recent Centre for Ageing Better funding roundtable in Manchester.

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.