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17 Nov 2022

Cost of living: Council handyperson service

The council’s handyperson service can offer help to improve energy efficiency in the homes of elderly, disabled and vulnerable residents, by implementing small energy …

22 Dec 2020

Keeping older people safe from financial abuse

Financial abuse of older people is a serious and growing problem. Many vulnerable older people are dependent upon others – family, friends or others …

27 Mar 2020

How to stay inside, stay healthy and save lives

While children will find it unusual being at home and not at school; some residents who have to self-isolate may not always have access …

17 Jan 2019

Getting back on your feet after a fall

Violet Chapman, 97, is partially sighted and can no longer watch TV because of an eye condition which has also caused her to have …

30 Aug 2018

Handyperson service providing home comforts

The council’s handyperson service carries out simple jobs around the home such as fitting smoke alarms, changing lightbulbs and unblocking sinks. It helps people …

6 Oct 2017

Staying balanced to avoid falls

Falls and fall-related injuries are a common and serious problem for older people. They can lead to injuries, distress and loss of independence. They …

31 Aug 2016

Still at the centre of things

Age UK Ealing is taking over the running of Greenford Community Centre – keeping it a key part of life in the town. The …

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Eat, shop and be safe

Festive gatherings, family meals and other seasonal opportunities for people to feast out might suggest that the borough’s restaurants can expect to do a …

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