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Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit

Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.

GPs failing frail elderly patients, watchdog finds

A National Audit Office report reveals GPs are struggling to provide adequate care for older people with frailty, with only 18% assessed for fall risk. Experts blame workload pressures.

Banking helpline nightmare for the 'befuddled'

Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts his frustrating ordeal with a bank helpline that mistakenly identified him as elderly and confused. A cautionary tale for anyone navigating automated customer service.

Free Bus Pass Age Rises to 67 from 2026

Elderly residents in England will wait until 67 for a free bus pass from 2026, aligning with the State Pension age change. Discover the impact and local authority options.

Winter Fuel Payment 2025: Your £300 Guide

Discover how you can legally spend your 2025 Winter Fuel Payment. This £300 DWP allowance offers flexible spending choices beyond energy bills for older Britons.

Britain's invisible care network revealed

Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.

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