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Commissioner responds to publication of Welsh Government’s new Strategy for an Ageing Society

07.10.21

“I warmly welcome the publication of the Welsh Government’s Strategy for an Ageing Society, and the commitment to developing an age-friendly Wales. I am pleased to see the strong focus on the rights of older people...

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State of the Nation 2021: Progress on key issues affecting older people’s lives at significant risk warns Commissioner

01.10.21

The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has warned that progress in tackling key issues that affect older people’s lives is at significant risk due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and that older people’s health, independence and quality of life will suffer without action across society...

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Accessing Health Services in Wales: Transport Issues and Barriers

12.8.21

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Commissioner welcomes announcement that requirement to wear face coverings in all indoor public places will remain in place in Wales

14.7.21

I welcome the announcement from the First Minister that the requirement to wear face coverings in all indoor public places will remain in place in Wales for the time being...

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Commissioner’s priorities for 2021-22

13.7.21

The Commissioner will be taking forward an extensive programme of work in 2021-22 to ensure that older people are protected as the Covid-19 pandemic continues and are supported and enabled to recover from the pandemic and continue to contribute towards our communities.

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More tailored support services needed to ensure older people being abused can get the help and support they need

15.6.21

A report from the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has highlighted the need for more services and support tailored to meet the needs of older people who are experiencing or at risk of abuse to ensure they can access the help and support they need to keep them safe or leave abusive relationships.

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Commissioner finds that over two-thirds of news stories portray older people in a negative light

10.6.21

Negative portrayals of older people in the news play a role in reinforcing stereotypes and assumptions about older people and growing older that lead to ageism and age discrimination...

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New website helps older people being abused to find the information, advice and support they need

03.6.21

The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has launched a new website to help older people who are being abused, or those at risk, find the information, advice and support they need.

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New website helps older people being abused to find the information, advice and support they need

02.6.21

The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has launched a new website to help older people who are being abused, or those at risk, find the information, advice and support they need.

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Commissioner urges anyone facing difficulties with care home visits to contact her and share their experiences

26.5.21

The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales wants to hear from older people who are experiencing issues with care home visits, as well as their family and friends, following a further change in guidance this week to remove the ‘two designated visitor’ rule.

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