Age UK reveals billions in financial support remain unclaimed by older Brits, with one in six pensioners living in poverty. The charity urges checking eligibility for Pension Credit and other benefits.
A new software tool used to assess elderly Australians' care needs is making serious errors, according to aged care workers who describe its decisions as 'inhumane' and stripping away clinical expertise.
TV star Si King launches campaign urging Britons aged 40+ to start planning now for future care costs that could reach £200,000 per person.
An end-of-life care chaplain reveals why creating memory boxes is crucial for both dying patients and their loved ones, sharing emotional stories and practical guidance.
An in-depth look at the 2.4 million UK sandwich carers balancing work, childcare and elderly care, with personal stories revealing the emotional and financial toll of this hidden crisis.
New Productivity Commission data reveals median wait times for in-home aged care packages have surged to 245 days, while assessment delays and residential care shortfalls persist amid growing demand.
The Times' 2026 Growing Old Index reveals Windsor and Maidenhead as England's healthiest and happiest retirement location, just 20 minutes from London.
Lancashire Reform councillors announce investment instead of closure for five care homes following months of public protest and criticism from opposition parties.
Harrow Council has granted planning permission for a new 24-bed care home on Oakleigh Road in Hatch End, replacing a derelict former nursing home despite resident concerns over design and sunlight.
Mayor Sadiq Khan pledges support for London's Freedom Pass as a review looms and a 50,000-strong petition fights 'cruel' cuts to pensioners' free travel.
Experts reveal thousands of London's unpaid carers are unaware of financial support, with 29% living in poverty. A new awareness campaign is urged to help.
Two elderly women died after a stolen BMW crashed into a Sunderland care home during a police chase. The IOPC cleared officers of blame. Read the full report.
Over 50,000 people have signed a petition to protect London's Freedom Pass from a review that could cut free travel for pensioners. Campaigners call the potential changes a 'cruel attack on the elderly'.
Tributes are paid to Meg Turner, a dedicated nurse, ward sister and carer trainer whose career spanned over three decades across England and Wales. Read her remarkable story.
A review of London's Older Person's Freedom Pass could see 1.2 million pensioners lose free travel on Tube, buses and rail. A petition has been launched against the cuts. Read the full story.
Dame Gillian Wagner, who led the transformative Wagner committee to make care homes a 'positive choice', has died aged 98. Discover her legacy.
Natasha Ginnivan, after two marriages, finds fulfilment in a committed 'situationship' with separate homes and finances. Explore the rise of non-traditional partnerships for the over-50s.
UK state pensioners could boost income by over £14,000 via Pension Credit and linked benefits. Check eligibility now to unlock vital support.
Ashley Partington, 33, stole his elderly grandparents' pension money, leaving them destitute. He was jailed for 30 months. Read the full shocking story.
A pioneering Australian programme integrates playgroups into aged care facilities, tackling social isolation for both young families and elderly residents. Discover how this intergenerational model is fostering community connections.
After losing his wife of 61 years, Gordon faced Christmas alone. Discover how Age UK Norwich's support became his lifeline, offering friendship and festive joy. Read his moving story.
A suspected gas leak caused a catastrophic explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home, killing two and leaving others missing. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate.
Derbyshire County Council's plan to shut eight residential care homes after a failed sale has been called a 'betrayal', putting over 200 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story.
A three-hour car journey with a wailing newborn led to a profound life change for one man, redefining family and the joy of Christmas. Discover the heartwarming story.
Hisako Sakai, 92, triumphs in a senior esports tournament, showcasing gaming's benefits for the elderly. Discover how she mastered 'brutal combos' to claim victory.
A mother explains how telling her children Santa only brings stocking fillers changed Christmas, reducing pressure and fostering gratitude. Discover her simple family rule.
A grandmother seeks advice on conversing with her conservative grandsons who dismiss her politics. Columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith suggests focusing on shared experience over belief.
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
An 88-year-old army veteran forced to work five days a week will finally retire after strangers donated over £1.3 million. Read the heartwarming story of community support.