Keeping warm and well this winter
Keeping warm and well during the winter period is even more important as we get older, but there are things you can do to prepare yourself and your home.
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We've brought together a selection of cold weather advice to help you stay warm and healthy throughout the winter months – whether you need tips on looking after your mental health, information on where to get support with your energy bills or advice on keeping warm in winter.
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This guide has lots of useful information to help you stay well through winter, from what support is available to keep your home warm to how to look after your health.
We offer support through our free advice line on 0800 678 1602. Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. We also have specialist advisers at over 120 local Age UKs.
The development of this information was supported by an educational grant from Seqirus.