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EngAge Rotherham @engagerotherham.bsky.social · Apr 1
People should have the power to shape their places and communities should have the rights and tools they need to come together and take control of their own futures.

Watch “We're Right Here”
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We're Right Here (subtitled)
Seven community leaders set out why they're backing a new campaign for a big shift in where power lies. Visit: right-here.org to find out more and join our…
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engagerotherham.bsky.social
Today is Samaritans Awareness Day. Support your local Samaritans to help prevent suicide today. #SamaritansAwarenessDay.

It’s time to stop whispering about suicide. We are losing too many to silence.
www.samaritans.org/support-us/

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Let’s prevent suicide today - Samaritans
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July 24, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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trftnhs.bsky.social
Don't forget, you can join our Public Panel discussion about dementia care tomorrow and help shape our services.

Wednesday 2 April, 6.30 to 7.30pm in Rotherham Hospital's lecture theatre. Or you can join online by emailing [email protected]
April 1, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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ageingbetter.bsky.social
"The quality of our homes is such a significant factor in the quality of our later life." Says our Chief Executive, Dr @caroleeaston.bsky.social.

Read more about unsafe homes in our blog: buff.ly/HBTPTGE

#SafeHomesNow #UnsafeHomes #OlderHomeowners
Network of one-stop shops for home improvement would not cost government a penny to end tragedy of poor-quality homes
The country is in the midst of a poor quality housing crisis and lacks effective solutions to tackle it.
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April 2, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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tomkindlon.bsky.social
Life shrinks with ME/CFS.
Found on the CFS community on Reddit

#MyalgicEncephalomyelitis #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #MEcfs #CFS #PwME
"Life shrinks with ME/CFS" which highlights different severities of ME/CFS and how they affect patients.
March 31, 2025 at 5:39 PM
engagerotherham.bsky.social
People should have the power to shape their places and communities should have the rights and tools they need to come together and take control of their own futures.

Watch “We're Right Here”
vimeo.com/648634414
We're Right Here (subtitled)
Seven community leaders set out why they're backing a new campaign for a big shift in where power lies. Visit: right-here.org to find out more and join our…
vimeo.com
April 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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weallscotland.bsky.social
Our economy isn't working for people or planet.

We need a #WellbeingEconomy that delivers social justice on a healthy planet.
November 18, 2024 at 4:47 PM
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ageingbetter.bsky.social
What new collections would you like to see us add to our age-positive image library?

Take a look at our Customer-facing Businesses collection to download photos of older people for free to be used both online and for print.

Browse here: buff.ly/ImKiUPu

#Ageing #PositiveAgeing #PositivePhotos
An older woman wearing a black dress and grey cardigan is holding a beautiful vintage teapot. She is working in a kitchen, with various kitchen items behind her. On the shelf, there are alternative milk options and other drinks. A calendar hangs on the wall. An older woman in a kitchen is washing cups while wearing a white chef coat, a black apron, and a hair net. She is working near a dishwasher and a stainless steel countertop. There are many kitchen tools, such as ladles, hanging nearby. An older woman is sitting in a stylish chair, enjoying a moment of relaxation. She is wearing a vibrant orange dress and patterned tights. She is looking at her smartphone. A cup of coffee sits on the table next to her. An older woman in a pink sweater holding a plate in a kitchen.
April 1, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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ageingbetter.bsky.social
Our 2025 State of Ageing report is now available!

The report paints a picture of the older population in England, using a variety of national data sources, and shows that quite simply, where you are born determines how long you live and how well you age.

buff.ly/BwDo8G1

#AgeFriendlyFutures
Two older men socialise while walking outdoors. The man on the left is wearing jeans and a black hoodie while the main on the right is wearing sunglasses, a cap, cream trousers, a white hoodie and a grey t-shirt. Text on the image reads: There are 2.4 million people aged 55 and over living in non-decent homes. An older man sits in a cafe and stirs a cup of tea. He is wearing a black blazer and pinstripe shirt. Text on the infographic reads: The number of pensioners unable to afford basic necessities grew by 300,000 last year An older man and woman stand in their garden after hanging up laundry. The man is wearing glasses, a cap and a plaid shirt while the woman wears a headband, a denim jacket and a green striped dress. Text on the image reads: In 2021/23 healthy life expectancy in England has continued to decline. An older woman walking with her friend in a park. She has short hair and is wearing a striped t-shirt and dungarees. There is text reading: Fewer people aged 50 to 64 are satisfied with their neighbourhood than before the pandemic.
March 26, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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age-uk.bsky.social
Wishing joy, peace, and prosperity to everyone celebrating.
Eid Mubarak from Age UK 💜
March 30, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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age-uk.bsky.social
"I started to hear the #poems, and I learned always to have some paper by me, because phrases would just come tumbling out" ✍️

This week, we spoke to 87-year-old Bobba, about how #poetry, self-discovery, and powerful female influences have shaped his life. Read the interview here: bit.ly/3DPvq9t
Photo of Bobba with text reading 'Opening up at 87 through poetry'
April 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM