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Age UK has lots of information and advice specifically for older people and those who care about them, on subjects ranging from keeping healthy to dealing with debt. You, or the person you’ve been talking to, might find it helpful to have a look.
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Get information about age-related health conditions, giving up smoking, eating well, loneliness, mental wellbeing and more.
Everybody needs a little help sometimes. Arranging and paying for social care can be complicated, so let us guide you through it.
There are lots of ways to make the most of money in later life. Get information on benefits, debt, pensions, making a will and power of attorney.
Home matters. Explore all the options - from staying at home and making some adaptations, to moving to a place where you can get more support.
The local council
If you're concerned the person you're worried about is a risk to themselves or others, speak to their local council's adult social services team.
Alzheimer's Society
If you're worried about someone's memory problems, Alzheimer's Society has information that may help.
The NHS
You may be wondering if you can talk to the person's GP about their health. The NHS has guidance on this.
Last updated: May 13 2019