Independent Age

Charity tackling the hidden reality of poverty in later life with advice, information, grants and campaigns. No one should face financial hardship in later life

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

@age_uk We know how vital this support can be for people on low incomes which is why we need practical action to make sure no one misses out on their entitlements.

Take a look at the number of older people missing out in your area and ask your MP to act today:
https://t.co/lm38DimUUU

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

With @age_uk, we're calling for practical action so that no one misses out on their entitlements.

Read our new blog to see what an effective entitlement take-up strategy looks like and how it could help millions of people have more money in their pockets:
https://t.co/YltAFysmYx

[CSPA (Civil Service Pensioners' Alliance) @CivilCspa]

CSPA is supporting the campaign by @IndependentAge and @age_uk calling on the UK Government to publish an ambitious, comprehensive strategy to improve the take-up of social security entitlements.

https://t.co/4vy5JpupRL

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

With @Age_UK, we're calling for the UK Govt to publish a take-up strategy that ensures everyone receives their vital entitlements.

Our new briefing sets out how a person-centred, system-wide, data-powered and evidence-led strategy could be transformative.
https://t.co/9I2otigCaB

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

ONE WEEK TO GO 💧 Last chance to join our call for fairer water support in England and Wales!

Next week we'll be taking our #TappedOut petition to Number 10.

Nobody should have to sacrifice this essential. Help us call for change by signing the petition:
https://t.co/pHi3jgsLh7

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

If you support older people in your role, you'll know that winter can bring different challenges.

Join our Winterwise training sessions supported by @UKPowerNetworks to learn how you can help older people to stay warm, safe and well in the colder months.
https://t.co/yiIWgE1bvB

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

We are recruiting a Senior Policy Officer!

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role providing analysis and conducting research on issues facing older people in financial hardship while advocating for policy change.

Apply: https://t.co/5J5KOXwUpR

Closes: 12 November

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

On Remembrance Sunday, we at Independent Age are thinking of all those who have lost their lives in conflict.

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

1 in 5 older people in England and Wales has cut back on their water usage.

A single water social tariff would provide fairer, consistent support for those who need it and lift older people out of water poverty.

Sign the #TappedOut petition: https://t.co/pHi3jgsLh7

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

We're ending our #AutumnBudget mini series by looking at what it means for older people on low incomes. The new Pension Tax Allowance is welcome, but more action is still needed to ensure people in later life receive all the money they are entitled to.

https://t.co/sspDsgIpq0

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Since 1863 we've stood with older people facing financial hardship.

We've helped countless people but the challenges of financial insecurity remain familiar for too many older people. Our work is still needed.

Let's end financial hardship in later life.
https://t.co/IwXmLtl5I1

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

We are #hiring an Impact Manager to ensure that organisational delivery areas are insight-led, evidence-based, and continuously improving.

Join our team working towards ending financial hardship in later life.

Closes: 11 November
https://t.co/9jYreZydCv

#CharityJobs

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Last week's Budget announced new housing policies, but failed to address the growing pressure facing private renters.

The government's decision not to uprate Local Housing Allowance risks leaving more older people unable to afford a safe and secure home.
https://t.co/iVXeiN1Nr0

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Not unfreezing Housing Benefit in the Budget will force more people to make desperate choices to get by.

Andy Burnham has committed to ending rough sleeping, but ensuring renter support actually covers the cost of a home is crucial to achieve this.
https://t.co/HAykQCu3Iw

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

The Budget took some steps to ease the cost of living but it didn't go far enough

Older people are having to make impossible choices to get by. It doesn't have to be this way but the UK Govt must act.

Make your voice count - sign the #TappedOut petition: https://t.co/pHi3jgsLh7

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Looking for a challenge? Why not take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon 🏃‍♂️

Join Team Independent Age to receive a free running top, fundraising and training support, and to make a difference for older people facing financial hardship.

Find out more:
https://t.co/8bx46RoD1u

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Director @MorganVine_ spoke to @BBCBreakfast about the Budget.

While some measures will support older people on low incomes, the UK Govt hasn't gone far enough to tackle financial hardship across all generations.

The UK Govt can and must act. https://t.co/lm38DimUUU

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

The #Budget has some commitments to help ease financial burdens but it doesn't go far enough

Frozen Local Housing Allowance keeping private renters stuck in poverty needs to be uprated while energy & water social tariffs would provide much-needed support.
https://t.co/ETEP1HVLhg

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Got your ticket yet? ✨

Come along for carols, mince pies and readings from acting icons Phil Davis and Sue Holderness.

Get your festive fix and help us support more older people facing financial hardship:
https://t.co/yqbZvAOYx5

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Independent Age is wishing James Cosmo a very happy birthday!

We are so grateful for the icon's support for our calls for a pensioner poverty strategy in Scotland. Take a look back at the video: https://t.co/7Mw4bpKuQq

Have a wonderful day James! 💜