Older People
Age UK
Age UK provides information and advice for older people on a wide range of topics. Also use 'Search' to find statistical data and information about Age UK's campaign issues, programmes and activities.
http://www.ace.org.uk
Better caring
A web site to help people find suitable care homes by type and location. It also includes information about choosing a care home and the finances involved.
http://www.bettercaring.co.uk/
Centre for the Policy on Ageing
The Centre for the Policy on Ageing acts as an advocate for older people's interests. It formulates policies and aims to influence social policy makers and service providers. Their website has links to projects and research.
http://www.cpa.org.uk/ index.html
DirectGov: Pensions and Retirement Planning:
Information about pensions and retirement planning from DirectGov.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/ en/ Pensionsandretirementplanning/ index.htm
Grandparents Plus
Grandparents Plus supports grandparents and their family role by commissioning reports, research and statistics and campaigning on their behalf. Includes links to other useful advice and support organisations.
http://www.grandparentsplus.org.uk/ index.php
Pensions Advisory Service
The Pensions Advisory Service (TPAS), is an independent non-profit organisation that provides information and guidance on the whole spectrum of pensions covering state, company, personal and stakeholder schemes. They also provide free help to any member of the public who has a problem, complaint or dispute with their occupational or private pension arrangement. They do not advise on state pensions.
http://www.opas.org.uk
Page last updated: 8 February 2012
