Stories and Case Studies

Considering the focus of Ageing Better it’s no surprise that it strives in its employment practices to be an Age-friendly Employer.

Dave shares his experiences of getting active, and his thoughts on the issue of representation that the age-positive image library was created to challenge.

"I’d say Britain is ageist. I hope that it’s getting better, and I think that over time attitudes will improve."

This case study looks at how Age-friendly Bristol challenged negative perceptions of older age – in a style fitting of the city’s vibrant culture.

This set of case studies highlights four organisations across Age-friendly Communities who have set up radio programmes with and for older listeners.

Ever since needing a wheelchair, Pauline's home doesn't work for her – she's recently been confined to the ground floor of her three-bedroom home.

“If anyone needs to get out and do things, do it on a computer. It’s a fantastic freedom”.

“We talk about anything and nothing – it’s a lifeline for someone like me… If I can’t find out about something – she looks things up for me on the computer.”