Independent Age
@independentage.bsky.social
UK charity tackling the hidden reality of poverty in later life with advice, campaigns and grants.
Call our free Helpline on 0800 319 6789
https://www.independentage.org/
Call our free Helpline on 0800 319 6789
https://www.independentage.org/
With the Budget this week, the UK Govt has an opportunity to ensure that everyone can live with dignity and purpose in older age.
By joining us as a campaigner, you can help us call for an end to pensioner poverty. Together we can #MakeAgeingFair.
https://www.independentage.org/make-ageing-fair
By joining us as a campaigner, you can help us call for an end to pensioner poverty. Together we can #MakeAgeingFair.
https://www.independentage.org/make-ageing-fair
November 25, 2025 at 3:44 PM
With the Budget this week, the UK Govt has an opportunity to ensure that everyone can live with dignity and purpose in older age.
By joining us as a campaigner, you can help us call for an end to pensioner poverty. Together we can #MakeAgeingFair.
https://www.independentage.org/make-ageing-fair
By joining us as a campaigner, you can help us call for an end to pensioner poverty. Together we can #MakeAgeingFair.
https://www.independentage.org/make-ageing-fair
As part of our Surviving not living report launch, we hosted a webinar to share insights from our research.
Campaigner Paul shared his own experiences of how soaring household costs are devastating the budgets of older people on a low income.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Campaigner Paul shared his own experiences of how soaring household costs are devastating the budgets of older people on a low income.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
November 25, 2025 at 8:40 AM
As part of our Surviving not living report launch, we hosted a webinar to share insights from our research.
Campaigner Paul shared his own experiences of how soaring household costs are devastating the budgets of older people on a low income.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Campaigner Paul shared his own experiences of how soaring household costs are devastating the budgets of older people on a low income.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Last week, we joined @crisis-uk.bsky.social and other organisations in calling on the UK Government to act and ensure that Housing Benefit matches the true cost of rent.
Your voice matters. Ask your MP to stand up for older renters today: campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
Your voice matters. Ask your MP to stand up for older renters today: campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
November 24, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Last week, we joined @crisis-uk.bsky.social and other organisations in calling on the UK Government to act and ensure that Housing Benefit matches the true cost of rent.
Your voice matters. Ask your MP to stand up for older renters today: campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
Your voice matters. Ask your MP to stand up for older renters today: campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
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Sara was one of many people that find themselves under severe stress through uncertainty and not knowing where to turn.
We're very proud to be able to able to provide that support through this project and ensure people are supported into stability an independence
We're very proud to be able to able to provide that support through this project and ensure people are supported into stability an independence
When Sara faced housing uncertainty, RMC were there to advocate for her and help her get support.
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
November 21, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Sara was one of many people that find themselves under severe stress through uncertainty and not knowing where to turn.
We're very proud to be able to able to provide that support through this project and ensure people are supported into stability an independence
We're very proud to be able to able to provide that support through this project and ensure people are supported into stability an independence
Looking for a challenge?
Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon while helping our vital work supporting older people facing financial hardship! We'll help you every step of the way 🏃♂️
Find out more:
https://www.independentage.org/get-involved/london-landmarks-half-marathon-2026
Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon while helping our vital work supporting older people facing financial hardship! We'll help you every step of the way 🏃♂️
Find out more:
https://www.independentage.org/get-involved/london-landmarks-half-marathon-2026
November 23, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Looking for a challenge?
Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon while helping our vital work supporting older people facing financial hardship! We'll help you every step of the way 🏃♂️
Find out more:
https://www.independentage.org/get-involved/london-landmarks-half-marathon-2026
Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon while helping our vital work supporting older people facing financial hardship! We'll help you every step of the way 🏃♂️
Find out more:
https://www.independentage.org/get-involved/london-landmarks-half-marathon-2026
CEO @joanna-elson.bsky.social: Our new research paints a stark picture: far too many older people on low incomes are simply surviving, not living.
But the government has the power to change this. We need meaningful support for older people in next week's Budget.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
But the government has the power to change this. We need meaningful support for older people in next week's Budget.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
Older people are surviving, not living. The autumn budget cannot ignore pensioners
Around two million pensioners are currently living in poverty. Independent Age is calling for government action this autumn budget.
www.bigissue.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:35 PM
CEO @joanna-elson.bsky.social: Our new research paints a stark picture: far too many older people on low incomes are simply surviving, not living.
But the government has the power to change this. We need meaningful support for older people in next week's Budget.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
But the government has the power to change this. We need meaningful support for older people in next week's Budget.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
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Around two million pensioners are currently living in poverty. Independent Age is calling for government action this autumn budget.
Older people are surviving, not living. The autumn budget cannot ignore pensioners
www.bigissue.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Around two million pensioners are currently living in poverty. Independent Age is calling for government action this autumn budget.
When Sara faced housing uncertainty, RMC were there to advocate for her and help her get support.
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
November 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
When Sara faced housing uncertainty, RMC were there to advocate for her and help her get support.
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.
Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
The rise in energy prices will come during the height of winter and could be devastating.
Older people are sleeping in coats and seeking warmth in public places. They need and deserve protection from sky-high energy costs.
The UK Govt can change this.
www.independentage.org/news-media/p...
Older people are sleeping in coats and seeking warmth in public places. They need and deserve protection from sky-high energy costs.
The UK Govt can change this.
www.independentage.org/news-media/p...
November 21, 2025 at 9:58 AM
The rise in energy prices will come during the height of winter and could be devastating.
Older people are sleeping in coats and seeking warmth in public places. They need and deserve protection from sky-high energy costs.
The UK Govt can change this.
www.independentage.org/news-media/p...
Older people are sleeping in coats and seeking warmth in public places. They need and deserve protection from sky-high energy costs.
The UK Govt can change this.
www.independentage.org/news-media/p...
"The cost of living - more appropriately the cost of existing - has left me physically and mentally exhausted."
Older people on a low income shouldn't have to exhaust their savings to get by. The UK Govt must act to ensure we can all afford our essentials
www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...
Older people on a low income shouldn't have to exhaust their savings to get by. The UK Govt must act to ensure we can all afford our essentials
www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...
Pensioners 'in despair' as they turn to desperate measures to cover bills
Older people have told how they are taking desperate measures to pay unexpected bills with research revealing one in five on a low income would find a £50 emergency cost 'impossible or difficult' to c...
www.mirror.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
"The cost of living - more appropriately the cost of existing - has left me physically and mentally exhausted."
Older people on a low income shouldn't have to exhaust their savings to get by. The UK Govt must act to ensure we can all afford our essentials
www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...
Older people on a low income shouldn't have to exhaust their savings to get by. The UK Govt must act to ensure we can all afford our essentials
www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...
#CarersRightDay: The overly-complex Carer's Allowance application process leaves the majority of applicants without any financial gain.
But not applying can risk older people missing out on other vital support.
The process must be simplified and improved. www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
But not applying can risk older people missing out on other vital support.
The process must be simplified and improved. www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
November 20, 2025 at 2:12 PM
#CarersRightDay: The overly-complex Carer's Allowance application process leaves the majority of applicants without any financial gain.
But not applying can risk older people missing out on other vital support.
The process must be simplified and improved. www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
But not applying can risk older people missing out on other vital support.
The process must be simplified and improved. www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
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This week @independentage.bsky.social launched our new report looking at the impact high household costs are continuing to have on older people who are living on a low income #pensioner #pensioners #ageing #olderpeople
Being able to afford your household bills is essential to living a dignified life.
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
November 19, 2025 at 10:51 PM
This week @independentage.bsky.social launched our new report looking at the impact high household costs are continuing to have on older people who are living on a low income #pensioner #pensioners #ageing #olderpeople
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Today, we brought this message to Westminster with other organisations, ahead of next week’s Autumn Budget.
📢 Chancellor Rachel Reeves: restore housing benefit to match the true cost of rent.
Join us and take action today: bit.ly/3V1d76a
📢 Chancellor Rachel Reeves: restore housing benefit to match the true cost of rent.
Join us and take action today: bit.ly/3V1d76a
November 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Today, we brought this message to Westminster with other organisations, ahead of next week’s Autumn Budget.
📢 Chancellor Rachel Reeves: restore housing benefit to match the true cost of rent.
Join us and take action today: bit.ly/3V1d76a
📢 Chancellor Rachel Reeves: restore housing benefit to match the true cost of rent.
Join us and take action today: bit.ly/3V1d76a
2 in 3 older renters receiving Housing Benefit aren't receiving enough to cover their rent.
With @crisis-uk.bsky.social, we're calling on the UK Govt to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance so that no renter has to cut basics to get by.
Ask your MP to act:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
With @crisis-uk.bsky.social, we're calling on the UK Govt to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance so that no renter has to cut basics to get by.
Ask your MP to act:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
November 19, 2025 at 4:14 PM
2 in 3 older renters receiving Housing Benefit aren't receiving enough to cover their rent.
With @crisis-uk.bsky.social, we're calling on the UK Govt to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance so that no renter has to cut basics to get by.
Ask your MP to act:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
With @crisis-uk.bsky.social, we're calling on the UK Govt to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance so that no renter has to cut basics to get by.
Ask your MP to act:
campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...
For older people on low incomes, even one unexpected bill can push them past the point where there’s anything left to cut.
Nobody should have to cut their essentials. An intervention from the UK Govt is needed.
https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/2135024/pensioners-low-income-independent-age
Nobody should have to cut their essentials. An intervention from the UK Govt is needed.
https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/2135024/pensioners-low-income-independent-age
One in five pensioners on low incomes would struggle to pay unexpected £50 bill
New research shows many older people on low incomes would struggle to pay emergency bills
www.express.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 8:59 AM
For older people on low incomes, even one unexpected bill can push them past the point where there’s anything left to cut.
Nobody should have to cut their essentials. An intervention from the UK Govt is needed.
https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/2135024/pensioners-low-income-independent-age
Nobody should have to cut their essentials. An intervention from the UK Govt is needed.
https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/2135024/pensioners-low-income-independent-age
"If I do get another bill come in, I couldn’t pay for it.”
We cannot stand by while older people in poverty are forced into debt just to keep their appliances running.
The UK Govt must protect older people from financial hardship.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
We cannot stand by while older people in poverty are forced into debt just to keep their appliances running.
The UK Govt must protect older people from financial hardship.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
I spent my burial fund on repairing the roof. I'll have to have a pauper's funeral
One in five pensioners living on a low income would struggle to cover an emergency cost of £50, according to new research.
www.bigissue.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
"If I do get another bill come in, I couldn’t pay for it.”
We cannot stand by while older people in poverty are forced into debt just to keep their appliances running.
The UK Govt must protect older people from financial hardship.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
We cannot stand by while older people in poverty are forced into debt just to keep their appliances running.
The UK Govt must protect older people from financial hardship.
www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
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One in five pensioners living on a low income would struggle to cover an emergency cost of £50, according to new research.
I spent my burial fund on repairing the roof. I'll have to have a pauper's funeral
www.bigissue.com
November 18, 2025 at 8:41 AM
One in five pensioners living on a low income would struggle to cover an emergency cost of £50, according to new research.
Being able to afford your household bills is essential to living a dignified life.
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
November 18, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Being able to afford your household bills is essential to living a dignified life.
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Despite this, our new research reveals the shocking scale of older people having to make impossible choices between paying bills and affording their essentials.
www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...
Changes as part of the Renters' Right Act, including the end of Section 21 evictions, will provide much-needed security for older renters.
But we still need government action to improve the quality and affordability of rented homes.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8x1n9rv809o
But we still need government action to improve the quality and affordability of rented homes.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8x1n9rv809o
Renters’ Rights Act: No-fault evictions banned from May 2026
The government confirms timeline for reforms to England’s rental market, including ending bidding wars.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Changes as part of the Renters' Right Act, including the end of Section 21 evictions, will provide much-needed security for older renters.
But we still need government action to improve the quality and affordability of rented homes.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8x1n9rv809o
But we still need government action to improve the quality and affordability of rented homes.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8x1n9rv809o
Our research shows just 8% of landlords had used grants to improve the EPC rating of their properties.
With older renters shouldering the costs of energy-inefficient homes, the UK Govt must simplify and promote grants to improve the quality of homes.
https://www.independentage.org/turning-the-dial
With older renters shouldering the costs of energy-inefficient homes, the UK Govt must simplify and promote grants to improve the quality of homes.
https://www.independentage.org/turning-the-dial
November 16, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Our research shows just 8% of landlords had used grants to improve the EPC rating of their properties.
With older renters shouldering the costs of energy-inefficient homes, the UK Govt must simplify and promote grants to improve the quality of homes.
https://www.independentage.org/turning-the-dial
With older renters shouldering the costs of energy-inefficient homes, the UK Govt must simplify and promote grants to improve the quality of homes.
https://www.independentage.org/turning-the-dial
Are you a strategic leader who can strengthen how the sector supports older people through training?
We are seeking someone with analytical skills and experience in managing the development of an external training provision.
Closes: 24 Nov
https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X232-25
We are seeking someone with analytical skills and experience in managing the development of an external training provision.
Closes: 24 Nov
https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X232-25
November 15, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Are you a strategic leader who can strengthen how the sector supports older people through training?
We are seeking someone with analytical skills and experience in managing the development of an external training provision.
Closes: 24 Nov
https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X232-25
We are seeking someone with analytical skills and experience in managing the development of an external training provision.
Closes: 24 Nov
https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X232-25
We recently took Gwenda to her local B&M to see her photo proudly displayed in store as part of our partnership with B&M and P&G.
Until Sat 15 Nov, grabbing your essentials from our B&M and P&G partnership will help us support older people on low incomes.
www.bmstores.co.uk/lifestyle/ba...
Until Sat 15 Nov, grabbing your essentials from our B&M and P&G partnership will help us support older people on low incomes.
www.bmstores.co.uk/lifestyle/ba...
November 14, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We recently took Gwenda to her local B&M to see her photo proudly displayed in store as part of our partnership with B&M and P&G.
Until Sat 15 Nov, grabbing your essentials from our B&M and P&G partnership will help us support older people on low incomes.
www.bmstores.co.uk/lifestyle/ba...
Until Sat 15 Nov, grabbing your essentials from our B&M and P&G partnership will help us support older people on low incomes.
www.bmstores.co.uk/lifestyle/ba...
Through the Boosting Advice Fund, Independent Age is proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk
RMC’s project helps refugees and migrants over the age of 65 living in Walsall and Wolverhampton to get the support they’re entitled to.
Learn about our grant-making:https://www.independentage.org/grant-making
RMC’s project helps refugees and migrants over the age of 65 living in Walsall and Wolverhampton to get the support they’re entitled to.
Learn about our grant-making:https://www.independentage.org/grant-making
November 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Through the Boosting Advice Fund, Independent Age is proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk
RMC’s project helps refugees and migrants over the age of 65 living in Walsall and Wolverhampton to get the support they’re entitled to.
Learn about our grant-making:https://www.independentage.org/grant-making
RMC’s project helps refugees and migrants over the age of 65 living in Walsall and Wolverhampton to get the support they’re entitled to.
Learn about our grant-making:https://www.independentage.org/grant-making
Over a quarter of older renters are living in non-decent homes 🏠
Nobody should have to risk their wellbeing by living with cold, damp and mould, which is we are supporting @healthequals.bsky.social's calls for the UK Government to act.
We all deserve a safe and warm home.
Nobody should have to risk their wellbeing by living with cold, damp and mould, which is we are supporting @healthequals.bsky.social's calls for the UK Government to act.
We all deserve a safe and warm home.
Older private renters are living with damp, mould and cold in their homes – and it’s threatening their health and wellbeing.
That’s why our supporter @independentage.bsky.social, joined us at the Launch of Hazmat Loungewear.
Find out more about what we are calling for.👉https://bit.ly/4nHViVo
That’s why our supporter @independentage.bsky.social, joined us at the Launch of Hazmat Loungewear.
Find out more about what we are calling for.👉https://bit.ly/4nHViVo
November 13, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Over a quarter of older renters are living in non-decent homes 🏠
Nobody should have to risk their wellbeing by living with cold, damp and mould, which is we are supporting @healthequals.bsky.social's calls for the UK Government to act.
We all deserve a safe and warm home.
Nobody should have to risk their wellbeing by living with cold, damp and mould, which is we are supporting @healthequals.bsky.social's calls for the UK Government to act.
We all deserve a safe and warm home.
Ageing doesn't have to mean hardship and insecurity but the UK Government must act now to #MakeAgeingFair.
With the Budget approaching, ask your MP to support the millions of older people forced to make impossible choices each day to get by:
https://campaigns.independentage.org/page/181525/-/1
With the Budget approaching, ask your MP to support the millions of older people forced to make impossible choices each day to get by:
https://campaigns.independentage.org/page/181525/-/1
November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ageing doesn't have to mean hardship and insecurity but the UK Government must act now to #MakeAgeingFair.
With the Budget approaching, ask your MP to support the millions of older people forced to make impossible choices each day to get by:
https://campaigns.independentage.org/page/181525/-/1
With the Budget approaching, ask your MP to support the millions of older people forced to make impossible choices each day to get by:
https://campaigns.independentage.org/page/181525/-/1