Deafness the 'poor relation' of research
10/11/2008
New research by the AMRC (Association of Medical Research Charities) shows a worrying lack of awareness of the work of medical research charities. A survey of more than 2,000 British adults has revealed huge gaps in knowledge about medical research charities, even though these now top the list of charitable causes to which we give money.
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Remember those who fell at sea
International seafarers’ charity, the Sailors’ Society, is calling for all those who fell at sea to be honoured this Remembrance Day, along with those who sacrificed their lives on the front lines.
Chief Executive appointed for new older people's charity
Tom Wright CBE has been appointed as Chief Executive of the new charity being formed by Age Concern England and Help the Aged. Tom will start his new role in early 2009 with extensive experience in leading high-profile organisations through successful transformational change.
Golden oldies wanted by PDSA!
To celebrate UK Older Person Day (1 October), leading veterinary charity, PDSA is encouraging the more mature animal lover to have a go at volunteering.
Enjoy the autumn with a Friendship Walk
Step up to beat breast cancer with the annual Autumn Friendship Walk on Sunday 5 October, at RHS Garden, Wisley in Surrey.
Please help Trish on her 900 mile dog walk!
An intrepid woman set off in May on an epic walk from John O'Groats to Land's End to raise money for the Dogs Trust and the Oldies Club - and she is asking dog lovers and their dogs to join her along the way to help raise funds for both the charities.
Dive in for the British Red Cross!
The British Red Cross are looking for people to dive in and take part in an open water one-mile swim challenge on Saturday 13th September at Lake Windermere. The event, the first of its kind in the UK, will include celebrities and elite swimmers - and you'll even get free nutrition and injury prevention advice.
Take to the dance floor - and raise funds
Help the Aged is calling on everyone interested in dance to host their own dance event and help raise vital funds for disadvantaged older people in the UK and overseas.
Age charities to merge
After months of discussions, Age Concern and Help the Aged have formally announced their intentions to form a new charity to combine their strengths. And you respond to the news.
Re-homing plea as Home is swamped with unwanted cats and kittens
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First care homes to achieve "Gold Standard" for end of life care
The first 35 care homes in the UK to have achieved 'Gold Standard' accreditation for end of life care have received their awards at a ceremony in Birmingham, sponsored by Help the Aged and new charity Omega.*
Over 60? We need YOUR input
Counsel and Care, the national charity getting the best care and support for older people, their families and carers, has launched a new campaign to produce a national manifesto for older people for the next General Election.
Medal for Land of Hope and Glory Girl
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Six decades since serving in the Women’s Land Army one determined 82-year-old is finally receiving the recognition she deserves.
Could YOU help this very good cause?
The Eve Appeal charity, which fundraises for groundbreaking research into gynaecological cancers, is searching for women volunteers around the country who would like to help with local events, support local ovarian cancer patients and their families, and promote research into ovarian cancer.
Pop the kettle on for a blooming great tea party
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Former Coronation street actress, Susie Blake, is calling on people across the UK to join Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Blooming Great Tea Party celebrations this summer.
