Getting Older
Getting Older can be tough for some, but no matter who you are, there's help available for you, or people who help you.
Take a look at this section if you want to know aboutchecking your health, how to age healthily, various modes of transport and benefits available for you, housing, keeping well this winter or dealing with falls and fractures.
Dealing with some long term conditions can be hard, but some are not your fault. Find out how to deal with pain and help manage it, or how to help balance your diet. For those habbits, get some help on how to quit smoking or deal with alcohol problems.
Whether your a young carer or not, there may be help available. Check out this section to see what is available for you.
The Older People 50+ Network have developed a 50+ Information Handbook, thanks to financial support from Western Power Distribution, Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council and the Community First Partnerships. This book has information on various topics, and is also a directory of services.
Take a look at this quick test to see how age friendly your community is. This quiz has been designed by Age Concern Cymru and Help the Aged in Wales (both merging in April 2010 to form Age Cymru) to help you see just how age friendly your area really is.