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ageingbetter.bsky.social
At the Centre for Ageing Better we are pioneering ways to make ageing better a reality for everyone. Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund.
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Everyone deserves to age without limits. Let's make it a reality. Ageism: Notice it, challenge it, change it. Find out quick and easy ways we can all challenge ageism, whatever our age. More on our @agewithoutlimits.bsky.social website: www.agewithoutlimits.org/what-can-I-do #AgeWithoutLimits

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According to research from our State of Ageing 2023-24 report, sadly #OlderWomen feel particularly unsafe alone in parks and spaces during the day. Our latest chapter is all about Society, read in full on our website to find out more: https://ageing-better.org.uk/society-state-ageing-2023-4

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“Much of this could be resolved with adequately funded, comprehensive support for people to maintain, repair and adapt their homes across the country. Says our Chief Executive, Dr @caroleeaston.bsky.social OBE. Great to see our research in The @bigissue.com: www.bigissue.com/news/housing...

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Delighted to join yesterday’s @ageingbetter.bsky.social The Good Home Hub conference online for launch of 2 vg new reports. Both now on @housinglin.bsky.social dedicated page on home improvement & housing quality too www.housinglin.org.uk/Topics/brows...

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A massive thank you to everyone who attended our 'The Good Home Hub Conference: from evidence to action' conference yesterday.

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“Ageism in the workplace is a serious and widespread issue that is holding back older workers, employers and the economy." Says our Co-head of @agewithoutlimits.bsky.social campaign, Katherine Crawshaw. Read more in our press release: buff.ly/4bip7au #AgeWithoutLimits #Ageism

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What new photos would you like to see us add to our image library? Our #Health collection has over 700 photos of older people leading healthy lifestyles. The age-positive photos are free to download and can be used for both online and print. Download here: https://buff.ly/4iiJkiZ

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The quality of our homes can mean the difference between a good later life or one that is marred with ill-health and poverty.

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In regards to the Energy Price Cap rise today, Millie Brown, Senior Evidence Manager for Homes at the Centre for Ageing Better, said: “It is so dispiriting to learn that bill payers must brace for another substantial increase to energy prices from April."

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'Addressing the quality of housing is not just a matter of individual wellbeing—it is a societal imperative.' The new report from @ageingbetter.bsky.social highlights the improvements to people's health, healthcare, the economy and the climate by improving housing conditions for millions of people.

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“Ageism is the most widespread form of discrimination in the UK and is incredibly damaging for us as individuals and for wider society." Says our Chief Executive, Dr @caroleeaston.bsky.social. Read more in our press release:

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"The wealthy baby boomer is one of the most common ageist stereotypes used in the media." Says our Chief Executive, Dr @caroleeaston.bsky.social OBE. Great to see our research in this @news.sky.com article, read in full here: news.sky.com/story/widesp... #OlderPeople #Ageism #Ageing

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Today at our Good Home Hub conference, the Centre for Ageing Better is launching our latest report, ‘Better homes, better lives: The role of home improvement services in boosting the nation’s health and wellbeing’.

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Want to keep up to date with the very latest news about our work, events as well as research about ageing? Be sure to sign up to our newsletter so you don't miss out! Our next edition is coming out this Thursday. Sign up here: https://buff.ly/4hCm9jA #Newsletter #ENews #AgeingBetter

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#Ageism is all around us, yet it's so ingrained in our daily lives that we barely notice it.

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What can Labour do to make good homes a reality for everyone? Sign up now to join the expert panel at our conference on Tuesday 25 February @3:30 to hear from experts including @davidorrcbe.bsky.social what needs to happen. https://buff.ly/3Qjvq3O #OlderHomeowners #Ageing #Age

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Are you looking for age-positive icons to use? We have a set that you can download on our website, these can be used for both online and print and represent older people in a positive light. Download here: https://buff.ly/4hYkCnM #Ageing #OlderPeople

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Our State of Ageing 2023-24 report has found that as the pandemic progressed, older men became more isolated. If you want to find out more about #OlderPeople then read the report in full on our website, the latest chapter is about Society: https://buff.ly/4jSQJXG

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Good homes are key to good health - so why do so many people have to live in homes that harm them? We are thrilled to welcome @kwajo.bsky.social as keynote speaker at our conference on 25 February @10:00 to share his views on what needs to be done. https://buff.ly/3Qjvq3O #Webinar

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We should all feel proud, safe and secure at home, but so many people do not. It's time we made a change. We’re leading a national campaign to fix unsafe homes. Find out more about #SafeHomesNow: https://buff.ly/4i0HJhu #SaferHomes #Ageing

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Our newly published Age-friendly Communities Impact Report shows how the UK Network, made up of more than 90 communities and representing more than 4,000 local partners, is having a significant impact on the lives of older people living in their local areas.

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A good home is the foundation for a good life. What needs to happen to ensure people can live in safe, warm homes? Join @ageingbetter.bsky.social for our online conference sessions on 25 February to find out about good home hubs - a solution to poor-quality homes. https://buff.ly/3Qjvq3O

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