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New “simple use” smartphone for seniors can withstand tough treatment
A new, British-designed smartphone aimed at the seniors’ market from AAA members Easyphones Ltd has brought together the three features that older people themselves have asked for in a phone – simplicity of use, customer support and robust design.
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Could AI play a role in tackling later life loneliness?
AI is already playing a big part in our lives, and the trajectory is only going upwards. So how can the technology improve the lives of older people – particularly those living alone?
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Transport emerges as key issue for older Londoners ahead of Mayoral Election
According to a new Age UK London poll of Londoners aged 50 and above, 50% of respondents identified transport issues as their primary concern and would like to see this as a focus for the new Mayor.
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More than 1 in 3 over 65s lack the basic skills to use the internet successfully and safely
A new report from Age UK shows that more than 1 in 3 over 65s (4.7 million) lack the basic skills to use the internet successfully and 1 in 6 (2.3 million) don’t use it at all.
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Achieving an age-friendly London
If you are part of an older people’s forum in London, here’s news of an event designed to help achieve an age-friendly capital city.
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Inclusivity delivers a hospitality bonus
Getting diversity, equity and inclusion right leads to better customer experience and increased visitor numbers, and The International Longevity Centre (ILC) has launched an inspiring short film sharing best practice in hospitality.
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“Judge” Rob Rinder’s new Ambassador role to tackle loneliness
TV personality Rob Rinder has become the first celebrity Ambassador for AAA members Two Generations, a social enterprise offering a national Homesharing service.
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It’s be lonely this Christmas… for more than 2 million older people
New statistics from Age UK show just how difficult and lonely this Christmas will be for older people in the UK.
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“A significant milestone”: Age UK London responds to Mayor’s Age-friendly Action Plan
“The launch of the Mayor’s Action Plan for an age-friendly London is a significant milestone in the city’s age-friendly journey. We want it to have a tangible impact and we will be the first to question any failure in results on behalf of older Londoners.”
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5.8m aged 65+ either unable to use the internet easily or aren’t online at all
Alarming new analysis carried out by Age UK reveals that almost half (46%) of over-65s in the UK are unable to complete all eight of the most fundamental tasks required to use the internet safely and successfully.
