The Latest Pension Credit Statistics Tell Same Old Story

Senior Policy Officer Thomas Wilson examines the latest statistics from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), which show a continuing trend of low uptake.
The latest reflections, thoughts and stories from Independent Age.
Senior Policy Officer Thomas Wilson examines the latest statistics from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), which show a continuing trend of low uptake.
Simon Shaw from Sustain reflects on the barriers to good nutrition amongst older people
Edward Hodson from Coventry Citizens Advice outlines the increasing challenge of food poverty for older people in the UK.
Emily O'Brien from Brighton & Hove Food Partnership, talks about what they have learned about food and eating in later life.
Natasha, an Independent Age supporter, explains the numerous challenges she faced when trying everything to ensure her mum got the care she deserved.
Farah, an Independent Age supporter, tells her story of the financial struggles that arose after she took on special guardianship for her granddaughter.
Robin Hewings from the Campaign to End Loneliness looks at the role of poverty in loneliness.
Pam shares her experience of the extra costs created by declining mobility.
Michael Griffin, from Parkinson’s UK, explains the impact of changes to Pension Credit for those with Parkinson’s and other health conditions.