Independent Age Magazine

Our latest partnership with FareShare Midlands, is encouraging older people to check they’re getting benefits they’re entitled to.

Actors Jane Asher, Vincent Ebrahim and Sue Holderness star in our powerful new film series tackling the stigma of poverty in later life.

Grant-giving and partnerships are just two ways we are delivering our aim of improving the lives of one million older people.

Be wise to scams to protect yourself and others.

Our campaigners and supporters worked harder than ever with us recently to help make sure nobody faces financial hardship in later life.

The word is spreading that it’s good to know about our groups.

Stephen unlocked nearly £7,000 in benefits with just one phone call to Independent Age.

It’s an exciting time for our charity, we’re delighted to welcome Joanna Elson, CBE as our new Chief Executive Officer.

The number of older people facing financial hardship is only growing.

Mohamed ran the 2023 London Marathon for Independent Age after being impressed by the charity’s work.

Our campaigns team has taken to the road as part of our push to get a Commissioner for Older people and Ageing in England.

Every day we get calls from people who don’t know where to turn — and every day our Helpline finds a way to for them to enjoy life again.

Our Cost-of-living Grants Fund is already making a difference.

A gift in your Will could help older people for years to come.

Our free Good to Know telephone groups introduce people to new information and opportunities.