Web Directory

» Action on Elder Abuse
   National organisation aiming to prevent the abuse of older people by raising awareness, education, and research. Details of activities, volunteer programmes, and conferences.
   http://www.elderabuse.org.uk/

» Age Concern England
   Information on aging issues, campaigns, annual reports and a list of local chapters. Non-profit.
   http://www.ageconcern.org.uk/

» Cinnamon Trust
   National charity for the elderly set up with a view that pets can provide benefit to the well-being of elderly owners. Provides information on the organisation, case studies, events and membership.
   http://www.cinnamon.org.uk

» Civil Service Pensioners' Association
   A voluntary body which campaigns on behalf of all pensioners from the civil service and related bodies. Details of membership, services and issues of interest to members.
   http://www.cspa.co.uk

» Elderly Accommodation Counsel
   Charity aiming to help older people make informed choices about their care needs. Includes details of services provided, plus how individuals can show support.
   http://www.eac.org.uk/

» Help the Aged
   Charity providing practical support and advice to help older people lead independent lives. News and events, shopping, newsletter.
   http://www.helptheaged.org.uk

» HousingCare.org
   Offering information and advice for elderly people and their families looking into housing options. Includes retirement housing directory, appraisal tools and library of fact sheets.
   http://www.housingcare.org

» Life Academy
   Works to enable people to manage change from mid-life onwards. Details of courses and advice available, how to join, and latest news.
   http://www.life-academy.co.uk/

» The Universal Beneficent Society
   A charity which helps older people in the UK who are living on very low incomes. Details of activities, case histories and how to donate.
   http://www.u-b-s.org.uk/

» U3A - The University of the Third Age
   Self-help organisation for people no longer in full-time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment. Includes information about their aims, local groups, and national events.
   http://www.u3a.org.uk/