[ad_1] Depression whispers in hushed tones, yet it is a feeling experienced by millions worldwide. It can manifest as a pervasive sadness, a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, or a persistent feeling of emptiness. Depression can rob you of your energy, motivation, and overall sense of well-being. There are a multitude of … Read more
[ad_1] Different people, shared passions In some ways, Bob and Joyce were very different. Bob was an extravert and the life and soul of the party. A friend recalled having never met ‘a man with his lust for life and his unending quest for the best in music, theatre and books’. Joyce, on the other … Read more
[ad_1] Recently, I had the opportunity to see Age UK’s sister charity Age International and its partners at work. I visited the world’s largest refugee camp, Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh, which is home to almost a million refugees who have fled ethnic and religious persecution in Myanmar. On first sight, it doesn’t seem much. A few … Read more
[ad_1] When Christmas is the hardest day Our research this year uncovered the sad but shocking fact that 2.8 million older people say all they want for Christmas this year is companionship. Instead of a day to look forward to, Christmas is the hardest day of the year for far too many older people. Christmas … Read more
[ad_1] Befriending and being there The Silver Line Helpline forms part of our wide-ranging support services for people who feel lonely or isolated. At a national level, the Age UK Telephone Friendship Service supports almost 5,000 older people every week with a regular telephone call – a lifeline to many who desperately need contact. And … Read more
[ad_1] Individual experiences, universal themes Over the past six years, Matthew has done runs of the show with three different actors playing the role of Jane and “it’s been interesting to see how the play, as an emotional journey, changes depending on [who plays Jane]”. One actor approached the role of Jane with lots of … Read more