Enhanced rights for older people in Wales move a step closer
The Welsh Government has, on Human Rights Day, announced its plans for a public consultation on proposals for a Declaration of the Rights of Older People. The Declaration of the
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Care costs ‘unknown’ to Londoners
Three in five Londoners incorrectly believe they won’t have to pay anything towards the costs of their old-age care, according to a recent poll commissioned by London Councils. Government reforms,
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Launch of the first free 24 hour helpline for older people
A free 24-hour dedicated helpline for older people across the UK has been launched aiming to combat loneliness in the over-65s. The Silver Line provides friendship, information and advice through
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Think tank calls for improvements in immunisation for older people
A new report urges a rethink of how the UK organises and promotes immunisation, advocating among a raft of suggestions, a greater role for pharmacies and a more active part
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Dementia ‘safe haven’ established in Surrey based on national vision
A specialist maritime care home, in Banstead, Surrey, is looking to reach out to individuals and families living with the challenges of dementia, in support of the national drive to
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Practitioner Research: Older People (PROP) research report
IRISS is pleased to announce that the final reports of the Practitioner Research: Older People (PROP) project have been published. The project is a partnership between the Centre for Research
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Risk, trust and relationships in an ageing society
A review of the risk, trust and confidence aspects of decision-making in informal and semi-formal caring and supportive relationships in an ageing society. Trust has been typified as the social
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‘There were many tears’ — elderly residents told Belmont Castle care home in Meigle will close
Elderly residents of a Perthshire care home broke down in tears yesterday when they learned of its impending closure. Staff and residents at Belmont Castle in Meigle were given the
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New care scheme gives older people they key to freedom
Westminster council is working with NHS to develop supported housing that offers frail residents independence they crave
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Social isolation of older people in rural communities – advisory body report
A report by DEFRA said that services for older people in rural areas needed to be ‘rural proofed’ to help prevent more older people becoming isolated.
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