The latest reflections, thoughts and stories from Independent Age.
On 7 September 2021, the government announced proposed changes to the way that health and social care services will be funded in England. This page gives an overview of the proposals, and how they might affect you.
These proposals may change, and more detail will be added over time. We will keep this page up to date with the latest developments.
Legacy giving isn’t merely a sum of money; it’s much more than that.
It’s a reflection of someone’s life - what was important to them during their lifetime.
Our volunteer, Christa, speaks to us about her volunteering journey - how she came across Independent Age and how her friendship with Denis has grown.
Dr M Santhana Krishnan, Chair of the Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry at The Royal College of Psychiatrists, looks at breaking the barriers to improve mental health of older adults.
Jeremy Bacon, Older People Lead at the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), reflects on our new report on mental health, Minds that matter, and how it relates to his work.
Senior Policy Officer, Jeremy Bushnell, reflects on the team’s new policy briefing on free personal care in Scotland.
Senior Policy Officer, Meg Stapleton, reflects on the team’s new report on mental health in later life.
