Older people need to bear more of the burden of austerity, claims a Government adviser. Alan Milburn, the former health secretary and a Coalition consultant on social mobility, has called for a...
Thursday, 17 October 2013
myageingparent.com recommended by Good Housekeeping for advice on choosing a care home @myageingparent
Read page 88 of the November issue
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British Gas price rise - Age Cymru response @agecymru
With British Gas today announcing an average increase of 9.2% in household energy prices, Age Cymru's Head of Policy and Public Affairs Graeme Francis, says: "Following on from last week's...
More than Bingo @agescotland
Age Scotland Development Officer, Laura Dunkel, recently visited Gilmerton 60+ group to award them with a cheque for an Age Scotland grant of £1938.00.
Gilmerton 60+ Group accept their Cheque from Laura Dunkel
The money will be used to buy equipment, such as board games, laptop, projector and an audio system, which will enhance the activities on offer for group members. This grant will also be used to pay for the food and drink at the group's Christmas party at the local Waverley Inn.
The Gilmerton 60+ group runs on a Monday, Tuesday and Friday and consist of over 30 members who are collected from their home and brought to the group at Gilmerton Community Centre. At the group they have lunch in the company of others and enjoy a range of activities and games, such as bingo, dominoes, bowls, gentle exercise and arts and crafts.
Gilmerton 60+ group chairperson, Brian Mahon, said: 'This grant will be invaluable help in purchase of computer equipment and in the running of our Christmas parties this year. As we rely on voluntary contributions, these grants, such as Age Scotland, are vital to improving this thriving club, which is run by care worker and administrator, Kathleen Manson and a team of volunteers.'
Laura said: 'Its fantastic for us to be able to support the Gilmerton 60+ group. They work really hard running this wonderful group and the older people here really enjoy it. One lady told me that she looks forward to the group all week, and it's the only time she leaves her house. Reducing social isolation amongst older people is really important to Age Scotland, and supporting local groups is a key way for us to do this.'
If you have a few hours to spare and could volunteer with the Gilmerton 60+ group, please contact the group through Gilmerton Community Centre on 0131 664 2335.
For information or advice about any aspect of the ageing journey, call the Age Scotland Helpline on 0845 125 9732. Help us continue to provide grants to help end isolation for older people by donating to Age Scotland.
Wednesday, 16 October 2013
Peer slams Government care policy @myageingparent
The Government’s policy on long-term care has been slammed by a Labour peer. Lord Lipsey said a scheme that was meant to reduce the impact of social care costs for older people has had its ‘balls c… continue reading Powered … Continue reading →
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Peer slams Government care policy @age_uk
The Government's policy on long-term care has been slammed by a Labour peer. Lord Lipsey said a scheme that was meant to reduce the impact of social care costs for older people has had its 'balls c...
Older People’s Human Rights on the agenda at national and global level @age_uk
At this year's political party conferences the future of the Human Rights Act (HRA) was a hot topic, with the Conservative Party announcing a manifesto commitment to scrap the HRA and replace it with a British Bill of Rights, while … Continue reading →
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