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Age Concern England - http://www.ageconcern.org.uk/
Information on aging issues, campaigns, annual reports and a list of local chapters. Non-profit. |
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Help the Aged - http://www.helptheaged.org.uk
Charity providing practical support and advice to help older people lead independent lives. News and events, shopping, newsletter. |
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U3A - The University of the Third Age - http://www.u3a.org.uk/
Self-help organisation for people no longer in full-time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment. Includes information about their aims, local groups, and national events. |
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Action on Elder Abuse - http://www.elderabuse.org.uk/
National organisation aiming to prevent the abuse of older people by raising awareness, education, and research. Details of activities, volunteer programmes, and conferences. |
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HousingCare.org - http://www.housingcare.org
Offering information and advice for elderly people and their families looking into housing options. Includes retirement housing directory, appraisal tools and library of fact sheets. |
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Elderly Accommodation Counsel - http://www.eac.org.uk/
Charity aiming to help older people make informed choices about their care needs. Includes details of services provided, plus how individuals can show support. |
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Cinnamon Trust - http://www.cinnamon.org.uk
National charity for the elderly set up with a view that that pets can provide benefit to the well-being of elderly owners. Provides information on the organisation, case studies, events and membership. |
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Life Academy - http://www.life-academy.co.uk/
Works to enable people to manage change from mid-life onwards. Details of courses and advice available, how to join, and latest news. |
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The Universal Beneficent Society - http://www.u-b-s.org.uk/
A charity which helps older people in the UK who are living on very low incomes. Details of activities, case histories and how to donate. |
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Civil Service Pensioners' Association - http://www.cspa.co.uk
A voluntary body which campaigns on behalf of all pensioners from the civil service and related bodies. Details of membership, services and issues of interest to members. |
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Elizabeth Finn Trust - http://www.elizabethfinntrust.org.uk/
Aims to relieve need and distress among British and Irish professional people and their families. Includes difficulties associated with old age, infirmity, disability, social isolation or financial need. Previously known as the Distressed Gentlefolk's Aid Association. Detailed information on the Trust including: how to donate; how to benefit; and how to work there |
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Operation Elderly Charity Stitchers - http://uk.geocities.com/oecs_central/index.htm
Non-profit organisation that makes lap quilts and blankets for the elderly residents in nursing homes around the UK. Includes discussion group and guidelines for cross-stitched, knitted, and crocheted squares. |
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British Pensioners and Trade Union Action Association - http://www.greypower.org.uk/bptuaa/
Campaigning organisation that seeks social and economic justice for retired workers and their spouses. Provides a statement of purpose and contact details. |
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Lesle House 21 Group - http://www.lh21.org.uk/
Charitable group supporting the elderly residents of Leslie House Eventide Home against forceable closure by the Church of Scotland |
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The Continuing Care Conference - http://www.ukhca.co.uk/group_information.aspx?groupcode=2
Senior citizens care charity with news, membership procedures, publications and an overview. |