Age Cymru respond to assurances that more pensioners in Wales to receive Winter Fuel Payments
Age Cymru has responded to assurance that more pensioners in Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter. Victoria Lloyd Chief Executive at Age Cymru said: “We are encouraged by the Chancellor’s words today, but will wait to see the…
Compassionate Cymru launches new grant fund aimed at fostering compassionate communities across Wales
Compassionate Cymru is excited to announce the launch of a new grant fund aimed at fostering compassionate communities across Wales, supporting local initiatives focused on death, dying, and bereavement. The Compassionate Communities Grant Fund is offering grants of up to…
Age Cymru welcomes additional £30bn for social care
Age Cymru welcomes the additional £30bn in funding for social care, specifically aimed at addressing the critical issue of delayed hospital discharges and enhancing care and support in local communities. The Charity is calling for clear plans that show how…
Older people in Wales ‘left out in the cold’ after UK Budget announced
Following the UK’s new Budget, Age Cymru have expressed their disappointment in the Chancellor and the consequences the new Budget will have on older people in Wales. A spokseperson for Age Cymru said: “Older people in Wales have been left…
Welsh Gov celebrates vital role of older volunteers on International Day of Older People
To mark International Day of Older People, the Welsh Government is celebrating the vital role older volunteers play in building stronger, more connected communities, and helping other older people. Every day, older people across Wales step up to support people…