Elderly people

Council U-turn on community transport funding cuts

The plan would have affected Link Schemes, which help elderly and disabled people make vital journeys.

Age UK runs monthly dances in Wakefield to help older people make new friendships and connections.

Swindon Borough Council's social care rating is changed following a review by the watchdog.

Age UK is calling on Lincoln council to ensure everyone can park for free during Bailgate work.

Falls are the most common reason older people attend emergency departments, the NHS says.

The local community hub focuses on helping people combat loneliness.

Independent Age has given £149,997 to Citizens Advice Swale and £150,000 to Age UK East Sussex.

An operator is sought to take over a free community hub but users are anxious about the change.

The makers of the system claim its "operating recommendations" were not followed.

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