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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

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Housing costs can take up a big part of our budgets 🏠 If you’re on a low income you could be entitled to extra money towards your rent or mortgage. Find advice and information:
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@SP_SJSS We are calling for the Scottish Government to establish a pensioner poverty strategy in order to improve later life for all. Find our recent research here:
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RT @MorganVine_: A productive day in Westminster this week talking with MPs & Peers about tackling #poverty in later life. Huge thanks to s…
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We can and must do more ensure older people receive the support they need. Let's work together to end poverty in later life. Thank you to our co-sponsors @SteveDarlingMP and @JohnMilneLD. Find more about our research:
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If you're thinking of moving, there are plenty of options to consider. Our advice covers private renting, social housing, sheltered housing and more. Make sure you know enough about all of the choices available. Find advice and information here:
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It can be overwhelming if you're struggling to make ends meet. #TimeToTalk day is a chance for all of us to be more open about our mental health and talk about how we really feel. Reach out to somebody today. For advice on how to start the conversation:
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We know that social media can often be negative. So we’re using this year's #ReclaimSocial to share some of great work you helped us achieve last year. Thank you to everyone who has supported us in making Britain a better place for those in later life.
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RT @SP_SJSS: Tomorrow morning we will host a roundtable on pensioner poverty. We'll hear from representatives of @agescotland, @EnergySvgT…
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In 2025, nobody should have to limit their water usage because of cost. We're calling on water companies and the UK Government to ensure that support reaches those who need it. Read more: #RaceEqualityWeek
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Our Chief Executive @JoannaElson discusses the importance of the #RentersRightsBill and what still needs to be done to protect older renters as it moves through the House of Lords. Read the full article:
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🚨New grants opportunity🚨 The fund will support advice charities in: •Newcastle •Manchester •Leicester •South London – Southwark, Lambeth, and Lewisham •Glasgow Expressions of Interest open until 2pm 26 February. Find out more:
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@SteveDarlingMP @MorganVine_ A final word from our CEO @JoannaElson: “We all have an opportunity to listen to the voices of older people in financial hardship who are too often not heard. Let’s work together to end poverty in later life.” A huge thank you to our co-sponsors @SteveDarlingMP and @JohnMilneLD
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Like Gloria Hunniford, we're increasingly concerned about the many older people telling us how they feel forced to restrict their heating use in order to manage costs. We’re calling on the UK Govt to urgently review the #WinterFuelPayment eligibility.
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