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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2h

Too many people from racially minoritised communities, like Madhuri, are being barred from access to home improvement.

This leaves them in unsafe homes that don't meet their needs.

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 1d

Want to learn more about our ageing population?

This set of engaging and accessible illustrated infographics summarise statistics from our State of Ageing report.

You can download the set, for free, here: buff.ly/DbQBHtA

#Ageing #AgeingPopulation #OlderAge #AgeingCommunities #Age

The cost-of-living crisis is making people's mental and physical health worse

The proportion of people who feel they belong to their neighbourhood increases with age

Our older population is becoming more ethnically diverse

Older people are the most likely to live in the hardest to heat homes

Number of homes in England that pose falls risk to older people equivalent to city bigger than Birmingham

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

Read more about the risk of falls at home in our press release: buff.ly/CxW4sii

#SafeHomesNow #AccessibleHomesNow #Ageing #OlderAge #OlderHomeowners

Our new analysis released in time for Falls Awareness Week reveals the scale of the country’s chronic shortage of accessible and good quality homes.

Number of homes in England that pose falls risk to older people equivalent to city bigger than Birmingham

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

"It is very distressing to see the huge number of older people who face the very real risk of falling in their own homes. People should not be navigating threats to life in their own home on a daily basis." Says our Chief Executive, Dr Carole Easton OBE.

Our new analysis released in time for Falls Awareness Week reveals the scale of the country’s chronic shortage of accessible and good quality homes.

Creating the right environment for life-giving social connections

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

Read more in our #IDOP2025 blog: ageing-better.org.uk/blogs/creati...

#AgeingCommunities #CelebratingAgeing #AgeingBetter #PositiveAgeing

The first day of October is the United Nations International Day of Older People – a moment to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations.

Creating the right environment for life-giving social connections

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

When the opportunities for connection are there, older people’s contributions can be vital in fostering a strong sense of belonging across generations." Says our Chief Executive, Dr @caroleeaston.bsky.social OBE.

The first day of October is the United Nations International Day of Older People – a moment to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations.

Creating the right environment for life-giving social connections

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

"We know that older people play an integral part in strengthening the social fabric of our communities; as workers, carers, volunteers, activists and connectors."

The first day of October is the United Nations International Day of Older People – a moment to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations.

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 2d

A huge thank you to everyone last week who celebrated International Day of Older People with us, it was incredible to see so many amazing and impactful events and gatherings happening all over England.

UK Network of Age-friendly Communities

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 3d

Find out more about the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities on our website: buff.ly/PYPxQYx

#AgeFriendlyUK #CelebratingAgeing #PositiveAgeing #AgeingInEngland #AgeingCommunities

Find out what it means to be an Age-friendly Community and the benefits of joining the UK Network.

UK Network of Age-friendly Communities

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 3d

The difference is visible in the growing confidence, connection, and wellbeing among our older residents.” Says Jackie Nixon, Public Health Practitioner (Lead for Ageing Well) in Sunderland.

Find out what it means to be an Age-friendly Community and the benefits of joining the UK Network.

UK Network of Age-friendly Communities

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 3d

“I’m incredibly proud of how our age-friendly work in Sunderland is driven by the voices of older people themselves. From creative workshops to targeted interventions using local data, we’re not just responding to needs—we’re empowering communities to shape what ageing well looks like."

Find out what it means to be an Age-friendly Community and the benefits of joining the UK Network.

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 3d

We are celebrating reaching 100 members of the Age-friendly Communities Network! In light of this, we are spotlighting some of our network members and their journeys.

“I’m incredibly proud of how our age-friendly work in Sunderland is driven by the voices of older people themselves. From creative workshops to targeted interventions using local data, we’re not just responding to needs—we’re empowering communities to shape what ageing well looks like. The difference is visible in the growing confidence, connection, and wellbeing among our older residents.” Says Jackie Nixon, Public Health Practitioner (Lead for Ageing Well) in Sunderland.

Age-friendly Employer Pledge

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

A huge welcome to all new organisations who have joined our Age-friendly Employer Pledge in the month of July!

These employers have committed to creating a more inclusive workforce in their own workplaces.

Interested in signing up too? Find out more: ageing-better.org.uk/age-friendly...

#ThankYou

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

Register your interest for the Pledge on our website: ageing-better.org.uk/employer-ple...

#AgeFriendlyEmployers #OlderEmployers #Event #OlderWorkers #Ageing

Sign up to the Age-friendly Employer Pledge and show you recognise the value of older workers

Age-friendly Employer Pledge

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

Our Pledge Connections '25 event is happening this month on 22 October. The in-person event is for signers of the Age-friendly Employer Pledge and will bring the network together to inspire and energise each other as we continue to build a movement of Age-friendly Employers.

Sign up to the Age-friendly Employer Pledge and show you recognise the value of older workers

Read all the latest news and blogs from the Centre for Ageing Better

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

Last year at our Pledge Connections event we were joined by Grace French, Director of Stand who told us how important it was for them to sign our Age-friendly Employer Pledge.

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

We’re committed to working alongside Dorset Council, the Integrated Care Board, and our sector partners to co-design solutions that reflect lived experience, promote wellbeing, and foster meaningful participation.

Read more in our latest news story: buff.ly/rQV27x4

#AgeFriendlyUK #Dorset #Agein

News & blogs

Read all the latest news and blogs from the Centre for Ageing Better

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

"We’re thrilled that Dorset has joined 99 other Age-friendly communities in the UK, and this is testament to the county’s commitment and hard work." Says our Deputy Director for Localities, Natalie Turner.

News & blogs

Developing anti-racist Good Home Hubs: from access to outcomes

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

We are thrilled that Dorset Council has become the 100th place in the UK to become an Age-friendly Community. The local authority joins a growing network of places representing more than 30 million people that also includes Greater Manchester, Hertfordshire and Cardiff.

Celebration of being the 100th Age-friendly Community from Dorset.

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

We will be releasing the report with a discussion of the findings in our webinar next Wednesday 15th October.

Sign up here: events.zoom.us/ev/Aube7nm5W...

#SafeHomesNow #AccessibleHomesNow #AgeingBetter #OlderHomeowners #OlderTenants

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 4d

Next week, we are releasing our new report with Race Equality Foundation, which will examine the structural barriers preventing racially minoritised people like Amtul from accessing home improvement services.

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 6d

Read more about falls risk in homes in our blog: buff.ly/na7pdha

#OlderHomeowners #OlderTenants #Ageing #Falls #Ageism

Number of homes in England that pose falls risk to older people equivalent to city bigger than Birmingham

Our new analysis released in time for Falls Awareness Week reveals the scale of the country’s chronic shortage of accessible and good quality homes.

Number of homes in England that pose falls risk to older people equivalent to city bigger than Birmingham

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 6d

In the longer term it can result in a significant decrease to quality of life and independence, as general mobility and wellbeing decline. The impact of a fall in the home has the potential to be life-changing and even life-ending." Says our Deputy Director for Homes, Millie Brown.

Our new analysis released in time for Falls Awareness Week reveals the scale of the country’s chronic shortage of accessible and good quality homes.

Number of homes in England that pose falls risk to older people equivalent to city bigger than Birmingham

Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 6d

"Falls are the most common type of serious hazard in the home and can set off a life-changing chain of events. In the short term, falling could mean broken bones, surgery, lengthy hospital stays, and rehabilitation."

Our new analysis released in time for Falls Awareness Week reveals the scale of the country’s chronic shortage of accessible and good quality homes.