We are living longer and working longer. While an ageing society contributes to pressures on public finances, it also creates new opportunities to rebalance the fiscal equation.
As part of our review of volunteering and community activity among people over 50 experts from across the UK are hosting roundtables to help us gather views on how to boost participation.
Today’s call to create a national strategy for housing for older people is hugely welcome and represents a significant step towards responding to a society where more people are living longer.
We commissioned a scoping review of the evidence on the nature of inequalities in later life in England, and presented some of the key findings in the form of infographics.
Private landlords, local authorities and housing associations need to ensure their properties meet the needs of older people as figures released in January confirm a long-term increase in renting among people aged 65 and over.
In October 2017, Leeds Older People’s Forum (LOPF), Leeds City Council and Ageing Better joined together in a new five-year partnership to develop and share innovative approaches to tackle social, economic and health inequalities in later life across Leeds.
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