Opaal

The Older People's Advocacy Alliance UK is a national charity campaigning for independent advocacy for older people.

[Opaal @opaaluk]

Remember to shop via #easyfundraising when doing your #BlackFriday and #Xmas shopping. You'll raise money for Older People's Advocacy Alliance with every online purchase you make and it's completely FREE! To find out more, visit: https://t.co/Z4q6uxEsoK

[The BMJ @bmj_latest]

If you hadn’t thought about involving patients before, or were sceptical about the benefits, perhaps it’s time to think again? @joannacrocker discusses the findings of her latest study showing the impact of PPI on enrolment and retention in clinical trials https://t.co/FNt8sd32Vz

[Opaal @opaaluk]

Hundreds of care home patients have died dehydrated or malnourished https://t.co/sO8fJPS1H1

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Do you know an older person who you think might be lonely?

Our Friendship Services help reduce #loneliness in older people through a regular call or visit from a volunteer. If you know someone who could benefit, read more about making a referral here: https://t.co/2djmVcuKZC

[AGE Platform Europe @AGE_PlatformEU]

You have an electoral mandate, you’re helping out your neighbours, you’re volunteering in a charity, you look after your grandchildren… tell us how you contribute to your community with a testimony: https://t.co/pKuUtBqqUC #AgeingEqual #ActiveAgeing #Volunteering #Charity

[Age UK News @AgeUKnews]

“it is imperative that there are enough staff, with the right training, to provide these very vulnerable older people with the high standards of health treatment and social care they need.” https://t.co/rz5QigrOzy

[Ageing Better @Ageing_Better]

With more people working for longer, there's a greater need for a healthy work-life balance. But what does it mean to have #AgeFriendlyEmployment? https://t.co/SsB7LQFQv8

[Opaal @opaaluk]

Care package: the French postal workers helping lonely older people https://t.co/OrqGGxn84v

[Ageing Better @Ageing_Better]

Age is just a number. Our latest English Longitudinal Study of #Ageing shows attitudes around getting older from across the country. https://t.co/TdBvnwZd0w

[Healthwatch England @HealthwatchE]

Choosing a care home can be worrying and confusing. Knowing your rights can help relieve some of the pressure from a stressful situation. Know your rights with the latest guidance from @CMAgovUK https://t.co/1Oq6Z0m31K

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Almost 1 in 4 people over the age of 75 in the UK worry about how often they feel lonely. This #WorldHelloDay, you could reach out to an older person. 👋

Find out more about volunteering opportunities near you: https://t.co/cirRGqVACc

[Opaal @opaaluk]

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[Opaal @opaaluk]

Long-term plan must end 'scandalous neglect' of over 65s https://t.co/DD45o9xjac

[Ageing Better @Ageing_Better]

The importance of #StrengthAndBalance exercise when it comes to falls prevention, cannot be underestimated. https://t.co/fVYf7B0TjT

[Opaal @opaaluk]

Elderly are being 'taken for a ride' by care homes charging thousands in hidden fees, health minister warns https://t.co/s5Aun2DWAF via @telegraphnews

[Nursing Times @NursingTimes]

Latest clinical: How can we use patient feedback more effectively to improve care? https://t.co/jrvhULDEkM (£)

[Age International @Age_Int]

Older women do more than twice the unpaid care that older men do - but receive no pension or healthcare for their specific needs #OlderWomenMatter

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

"Hopefully I will be able to use my knowledge and wisdom gained to help younger people" - Bob, 71.

#OldIs something different to everyone. What does it mean to you? Use the #OldIs hashtag or reply in the comments to let us know. 🗣️

[Ambition For Ageing @AfAgeing]

.@Ageing_Better's report, 'Inequalities in later life', illustrates stark contrasts in people’s experiences of later life in terms of health, financial security and social connections. Read it in full here: https://t.co/VENm8Tr03s

[Charity Governance Awards @charitygovaward]

Tell us about the great work your #trustees are doing. Now in its fourth year, the Awards recognise and reward good governance. Free to enter, with a chance to win £5k in one of 7 categories.

#CharityGov19 w/ partners @ClothworkersCo @NPCthinks @prospect_us @ReachVolunteer