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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Everything she ever owned...gone' - Fundraiser launched for woman (85) whose Co Cork cottage burnt down

€6,000 raised for an 85-year-old woman to purchase a mobile home after a fire destroyed her cottage.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Government rules out going back to universal winter fuel payment - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government has confirmed that winter fuel payment will not return to a universal model, focusing instead on means-tested eligibility.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why London councils want more Spending Review cash

Pensioner Hing Chan expressed, 'When we're not housebound we like to get out and about. This programme is for dementia, but I feel I benefit from it too.'
London politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

The rise in recipients of basic security benefits in Germany is primarily due to an increase in old-age beneficiaries, emphasizing the impact of demographic changes on social support.
Germany politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

Run for your money to help fuel campaign

Nicolas Kee-Mew is running the London Landmarks Half Marathon to support elderly people affected by government cuts to Winter Fuel Payments.
#home-care
fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Fair Deal-style scheme for home care is 'my number-one priority', says minister Kieran O'Donnell

A legal entitlement to home care will be prioritized and delivered within the government’s term.
fromIndependent
4 months ago
UK politics

Fair Deal-style scheme for home care is 'my number-one priority', says minister Kieran O'Donnell

A legal entitlement for home care will be established during this Government's term.
A nationwide free DIY service for home repairs for older citizens is also planned.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Fair Deal-style scheme for home care is 'my number-one priority', says minister Kieran O'Donnell

A legal entitlement to home care will be prioritized and delivered within the government’s term.
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fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

'Our bowls club is a lifeline - but council's huge rent hike would force it to shut'

The future of Rainham Bowls Club is uncertain due to a proposed rent increase, which might force its closure.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

My baby boomer parents didn't save for retirement and I have plenty of money - how can I help them if they are being stubborn?

Many older Americans are unprepared for retirement, with some relying solely on Social Security.
Retirement
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Government's modular home plan 'benefits everyone' - but fears grow that elderly could be vulnerable to abuse

Ireland must learn from the mistakes of other countries in housing policy to protect vulnerable populations.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

Call for extension to winter fuel payment deadline

The Liberal Democrats have called for an extension to Saturday's deadline to access winter fuel payments, warning that tens of thousands of older people could miss out if the current date is upheld.
UK politics
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