As we mark Remembrance Sunday, we are thinking of all those who have lost their lives in conflict.

No one should have to go without meals or live in cold homes in order to pay their rent. The UK Govt must uprate Local Housing Allowance to ensure that older renters can afford their rent without cutting back on essentials. Ask your MP to act today: https://www.independentage.org/campaign-with-us

1 in 4 older private renters live in homes with issues like damp, cold or mould. We’re joining @healthequals.bsky.social in calling for the urgent action to ensure all private renters live in healthy homes. Ask your MP to act: healthequals.org.uk/hazmat-loung...

Older renters are at greater risk of poverty in later life but unaffordable housing costs are worsening the situation. Without intervention, the number of older private renters could treble to more than 1 in 10 by 2040. We all deserve an affordable home. campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...

Support for renters is not keeping up with changes in housing costs. Unaffordable housing costs are pricing too many older renters out of their homes, often forcing them to leave an area they're connected with. Ask your MP to support older people today: campaigns.independentage.org/page/180937/...

For #TrusteesWeek, our Chair of Trustees Richard Anderson writes about his role at Independent Age and how our trustees help us in our aim of ending poverty in later life. https://medium.com/independent-age/trustees-week-board-poverty-later-life-e255fdac76c6

Over 25% of older renters in England live in non-decent homes 🏠 Too often older renters can't afford properties suited to their needs or of a higher standard because of unaffordable housing costs. Join our calls for change:https://www.independentage.org/campaign-with-us @crisis-uk.bsky.social

We're #recruiting a Policy Officer. The role will research and help produce engaging and accessible content for reports and briefings to support our efforts to directly impact national policy. Closes 16 November Apply here: https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X230-25

2 in 3 older renters who receive Housing Benefit aren't receiving enough to cover their rent. With @crisis-uk.bsky.social + the Cover the Cost coalition, we're calling on the UK Govt to unfreeze Local Housing Allowance at the Budget. Join our work: campaigns.independentage.org/page/79357/s...

Too many older people are making dangerous cuts because our of our overly-complex social security system. We need a take up strategy to ensure that older people now and in the future receive the support they are eligible for. https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/research-reports

Our polling shows there is little awareness of how racially minoritised communities are at greater risk of poverty in later life. For #BlackHistoryMonth, we're exploring the structural inequalities that shape people's financial security into later life: medium.com/independent-...

An estimated £2.5 billion in Pension Credit wasn't received in 2023/24, a sharp increase on the year before. It is unacceptable that this vital support is failing to reach the older people who need it most. Action is needed more urgently than ever. www.independentage.org/news-media/p...

Only 67% of older households in Scotland are receiving Pension Credit despite being eligible. These figures come at a time when pensioner poverty is at it's highest in almost 20 years. We must ensure that all older people receive the support they need. www.independentage.org/news-media/p...

Every week, our Helpline supports older people like Paula who are struggling to make ends meet. You can help us be there for more older people facing financial hardship by supporting our vital work: https://www.independentage.org/support-us See more of Paula's story: https://youtu.be/yRcQZ2yhzQo

📢 Scammers are using confusion over the Winter Fuel Payment to target older people with fake messages. The DWP will never ask for your personal details by text or email, and most people will get the payment automatically. Learn more: www.which.co.uk/news/article...

📢 On Saturday, we joined thousands of people in Edinburgh to say #ScotlandDemandsBetter! Nobody should have to skip a meal or live in a cold home in later life but too many older people in Scotland are and #WeDemandBetter. Together we can make a difference. @povertyalliance.org 💚

As #FreeWillsMonth comes to an end, don't miss your chance to have have your Will written or updated for free if you're 55+! Leave a gift in your Will and help the organisations you care about continue their meaningful work. Learn more: https://www.independentage.org/support-us/legacies

We're in Edinburgh with @povertyalliance.org to say #ScotlandDemandsBetter Everyone deserves a safe, secure later life without having to cut back basics. We need a pensioner poverty strategy in Scotland Will you stand up for older people? https://campaigns.independentage.org/page/79357/subscribe/1

Unpaid carers are at breaking point. Our new #CostOfCaring report reveals a system stretched to its limit – and it’s carers who are paying the price. 52% are caring for longer hours 49% have cut back on essentials like food and heating 42% say their health has worsened

Independent Age shares open data on all our grants through @360giving.org so it's easy to see who we fund, the activities we support, and where they are happening. It’s all about transparency and helping build a clearer picture of the UK charity sector. https://www.independentage.org/360giving-data

We welcome the Renters' Rights Bill's passing. For years, we've called for a better deal for older renters, and it’s good to see parliamentarians taking action. What the Bill won’t address is the quality and affordability of rented homes. This must change. www.independentage.org/news-media/p...

We are looking for an organised Influencing Assistant to work across our functions (public affairs, campaigns and media communications). You should be able to build relationships manage a busy workload. Closes: Sun 2 Nov Apply here: https://jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx?ref=X228-25

We say #ScotlandDemandsBetter! Nearly 160,000 older people live in poverty in Scotland - they're skipping meals and living in cold homes to get by. This isn't right. We need a pensioner poverty strategy. https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/manifesto-to-reduce-pensioner-poverty

Earlier this month, we shared a series of videos from when acting legend Sue Holderness visited Independent Age. Speaking with our advisers and to people we've supported, Sue heard about the life-changing impact our Helpline can have. Watch now:https://youtu.be/z_mqM2Ntbcg

We're looking for an experienced Programme Lead to bring clarity, structure and energy to an organisation-wide change programme. This is a high-profile opportunity to help shape the future of support for older people across the UK. Closes: Thurs 30 Oct jobs.independentage.org/Vacancy.aspx...

In #Edinburgh attending @scottishgreens.org conference where @independentage.bsky.social is shining a spotlight on pensioner poverty and the action political parties need to take in the run up to the Holyrood election. Thanks to @maggiechapman.bsky.social for her thoughtful contributions

The complexity of our social security is preventing many older people from accessing support they need and are entitled to. We need an take-up strategy with targets to ensure that no one misses out. Find our recommendations: https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/jumping-through-hoops

Too many older people are cutting back on essentials to get by but nobody should have to live like this in later life. It's time we deliver security not struggle for Scotland's pensioners. Read our manifesto: https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/manifesto-to-reduce-pensioner-poverty

On International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we’re asking you to stand with older people facing financial hardship across the UK. It's time to #EndPoverty and work together to #MakeAgeingFair. Join our campaigner network to get involved: https://www.independentage.org/make-ageing-fair

We want everyone to be able to access our advice and support in the way that works best for them. From changing font size and colour to removing images, you can tailor our website to suit your needs. Just click the red “Accessibility Tools” button to get started. https://www.independentage.org/

New stats show a record number of older people facing homelessness in England. Despite the #RentersRightsBill, over-65s are still worried because their Housing Benefit doesn't cover their rent. The UK Govt must commit to uprating Local Housing Allowance. www.independentage.org/news-media/p...

We're hosting an event at the Scottish Greens Conference in Edinburgh! We'll be sharing insights and calling on all political parties to commit to ending pensioner poverty Read our new manifesto for Scotland: https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/manifesto-to-reduce-pensioner-poverty

A huge thank you to panellists and attendees for joining our event at #SNP Conference as we explored how we can tackle poverty in later life in Scotland. Conversations like these are vital in the run up to next year's Holyrood election. Find out more: www.independentage.org/policy-and-r...

Get your Will written or updated for free this #FreeWillsMonth if you're 55+! It's a great time to think about leaving a legacy - a gift in your Will can help us support even more older people. Find out how your Will can support our vital work: https://www.independentage.org/support-us/legacies

We know #renters of all ages living on a low income can't afford the ever increasing #rents and Housing Benefit doesn't touch the sides for many. @independentage.bsky.social has joined others to call on the UK Government to uprate Local Housing Allowance in the their budget #rent #renting #campaign

We’re proud to have joined with over 40 organisations including campaigners for tenants, homelessness and debt advice charities, landlord organisations and others in calling on the UK government to unfreeze local housing allowance at the upcoming budget. 🧵(1/2) #UnfreezeLHA

Frozen housing allowance rates are forcing too many renters into impossible choices between paying rent and affording other essentials. We are joining over 40 organisations in calling for the UK Govt to #UnfreezeLHA at the Budget. www.cih.org/media/bn3cdg...

#CyberMonth2025 is a great time to check that the older people in your life are protecting themselves online. From protecting your devices to website security, we've got tips and info to help make the most out of being online: https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/staying-safe/internet-safety

In 2024, our Helpline identified £5.7 million in unclaimed support. Too many older people like Robbie are facing financial hardship alone but Independent Age can help. Watch the full video with Sue Holderness: https://youtu.be/7TwSapxhvkE

Our #OlderScotlandIndex25 tracks the reality of later life in Scotland ➡️ Pensioner poverty is a growing issue, but it’s not inevitable. This #ChallengePoverty Week, we need action. #CPW25 https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/research-reports/economic-wellbeing-index-scotland-2025

The decision to increase water bills will be damaging to people on low incomes in these areas. Older people are already drastically cutting back, this shouldn't be happening in modern Britain. We need a national water social tariff to protect customers. www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...

This #GiftAidAwarenessDay we're celebrating all our amazing supporters. If you #TickTheBox when you donate, thank you! But every year, charities are still missing out on £560m in unclaimed Gift Aid. So help us spread the message to #TickTheBox https://www.independentage.org/

Poverty among pensioners is often overlooked and underestimated but the risk of financial hardship in later life is significant and rising. In a new blog for @povertyalliance.org, we call for system changes to deliver security not struggle for older people. www.povertyalliance.org/guest-blog-s...

Whether Helpline callers are looking for advice for themselves or for older people they care about, we can help. Our Helpline advisers offer free and impartial support on a range of subjects. 📽️ WATCH: Actress Sue Holderness visits Independent Age: https://youtu.be/7TwSapxhvkE

We are pleased to announce that Independent Age has been #PIFTick re-certified ✅ This means that our advice and information is up-to-date, evidence-based and easy to use. Find out more about how we produce our information: https://www.independentage.org/get-advice/how-we-produce-our-information

There are around 160,000 older people facing poverty in Scotland and this number is set to rise if we don't act. In just over 2 weeks, we'll be joining the #ScotlandDemandsBetter rally to call for a better later life for everyone. https://www.scotland-demands-better.com/

Independent Age is heading to Aberdeen for the #SNP Conference! Ahead of 2026's Holyrood election, we'll be discussing why we need action to tackle pensioner poverty in Scotland. Check out our new manifesto: https://www.independentage.org/policy-and-research/manifesto-to-reduce-pensioner-poverty

Our Helpline receives thousands of calls each year from older people like Cathy. Actress Sue Holderness listened in to some of these calls to understand how financial hardship is impacting people in later life. As Sue says, we're here to help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TwSapxhvkE

This morning our Head of Social Justice joined with colleagues from @povertyalliance.org and @independentage.bsky.social to discuss the impact a minimum income guarantee could make and the steps needed to deliver this as part of Challenge Poverty week. #ChallengePoverty #WeDemandBetter

The Independent Age team is in Manchester this weekend for the Conservative Party Conference! Follow along as we champion older voices and share our recommendations on improving later life at #CPC25. Take a look at our research here: https://www.independentage.org/poverty-later-life