Woman and man sat talking on a sofaWhat we work on
Find out more about the key areas we work on: health and care, income, money and inequalities and loneliness and staying connected
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This section includes our most recent reports, our responses to public consultations and an archive of our research from previous years.
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The system needs reform. Here's how we think that can happen...
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We’re working on a set of quality indicators that help demonstrate that care homes are caring, responsive, well-led, effective and safe.
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Our report reviews future workforce shortages in adult social care in England to take account of the EU referendum result.
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Find out about our Ageism+ series to learn more about the multiple discrimination experienced by older people today.
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We campaign to ensure people can enjoy a financially secure, healthy, active and connected older age.
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Our media team respond to issues affecting older people to build awareness and campaign for change.