Independent Age

Across the UK, there are #TwoMillionTooMany older people in poverty. It is unacceptable that so many in later life face constant worry to afford the basics, if they can afford them at all. This can't go on. We must stand up for what's fair and right: https://lnkd.in/ek-QsXPD

Denis has been scammed five times, losing money he's never been able to recover. Older people who have been scammed are losing an average of nearly £4,000 each. Last week Denis spoke to iNews about his experiences: https://lnkd.in/eQD53Sz4 Our recent report explores the impacts of financial fraud on older adults, the different types of scams they encounter and the barriers to reporting these crimes. We also provide recommendations for preventing scams and supporting victims more effectively through collaboration with financial institutions and other key stakeholders. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/e9V_aGRS

Did you know about our newsletter for professionals? If you work with older people and want to hear about relevant resources and training, you can sign up today. Current subscribers include social prescribers, advisers, carers, social workers, housing officers and many more. If you think you might be interested, you can read our latest issue here: https://lnkd.in/ezJyu86T

For #TrusteesWeek we want to thank our trustees for all the great work they do. Our trustees' collective experience and dedication ensure our charity is well-placed to make significant strides towards achieving our goal of improving the lives of one million older people by 2027. This year saw Baroness Julia Neuberger DBE step down as Chair of the Trustee Board. Richard Anderson moved into the role in September along with several other new trustees. Read more about our new trustees: https://lnkd.in/eU2jisFM

We're working with Centre for Ageing Better to tackle the issue of unsafe, poor-quality homes as part of the #SafeHomesNow campaign. In this first spotlight we look at the impact of poor-quality housing on older people. This group are particularly vulnerable to the health consequences of unsafe homes and there are a growing number of older renters who need strengthened rights and support. Read the briefing here: https://lnkd.in/eZ6pjR62 Our Policy Manager Hilary Burkitt explains how the #RentersRightsBill can improve things for older renters in her latest blog: https://lnkd.in/e_SBBgTJ

Heléna Herklots CBE has a wealth of experience and expertise on ageing, older people and carers to bring to her new trustee role. She has led and contributed to a number of UK Government advisory groups, while her most recent role was Older People’s Commissioner for Wales. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eMuDPGM8

We're #recruiting a Grants and Partnership Officer. This role is a brilliant opportunity to work on our grant funding programmes, involving support of grant management, applications, assessments, and funding administration. A strong understanding of grant making and experience in supporting partnerships, a project, or programme of work, your collaborative approach, outstanding interpersonal skills, and commitment to customer service will be important for this role. 📆 Closes 18 November Read the job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e7AGJ4qX

Did you know we offer free training to share knowledge and upskill frontline staff? Covering various entitlements, our training sessions are clear and engaging so that you can better help the older communities you work with. Find out more today: https://lnkd.in/erEGMs55

Despite saving for their retirement, Stephen and his wife soon found money was tight and they were having to cut back on basics to get by. Discovering his eligibility for financial support has helped the couple manage. Read more about Stephen's story here: https://lnkd.in/ensuxFN3 Check out a new blog from our Director of Engagement John Palmer on the #BehindTheStatistics project: https://lnkd.in/ezw3TPch

We'd like to thank Joanna Alexander BA (Hons), MA EDI, Filmmaker for joining us during #BlackHistoryMonth to share more about the incredible story of her father James Alexander, the first Black Caribbean man to establish a housing association in the UK. He worked tirelessly to house hundreds of West Indian and Irish families and have left a lasting legacy. Joanna's documentary - The Homemaker - recognises the important contributions of members of the Windrush Generation during times of social difficulty and celebrates their powerful impact on communities in need. Find out more about the documentary here: https://lnkd.in/eRtjAMJ5