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Carol Maddock stands on a beach smiling at the camera. She is wearing a green hoodie and a pink beanie hat that says "ocean therapy"

Surfers over 50 catching waves to beat the blues

A project is allowing older people with mental health conditions to try surfing.

Noel Philo dressed is his barrister attire, including wig and gown.

Britain's 'oldest' barrister still loves job at 90

Noel Philo continues to prosecute and defend criminal cases at Lincoln Crown Court.

Colleagues at Augusta Court are serving their community this Christmas.

Care home invites the elderly for Christmas lunch

Augusta Court, in Chichester, has organised a day of Christmas cheer for local people living alone.

An overhead shot of the choir singing. The children from Combe Down Primary School are at the front of the choir and are wearing blue uniform, while the Bath Good Afternoon choir are at the back. There is a conductor leading the choir.

The 'magic' of singing in intergenerational choirs

Pupils from Combe Down School and Bath Good Afternoon Choir are singing in a "magic" collaboration.

A man is blowing a party blower that is red and white. He is wearing a blue Christmas cracker hat and is wearing a red jumper.

The Christmas party helping tackle loneliness

Age UK Oxfordshire works with local businesses to provide lunch for 100 pensioners.

Hollie Rackham

Slipper swap shop aims to prevent tumbles

Alan Norman, 73, says his new slippers "are very good quality and they fit a treat".

Mr and Mrs Clarke sitting on a dark brown sofa with Dachshund cross, Disney, sat on Mr Clarke's lap

Flooding turns forever home into a 'nightmare'

An overflowing pond has flooded the Swindon home of an elderly couple 20 times since 2021.

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Bank accounts locked and cash withdrawn after elderly gave power to law firm partner

BBC hears how people felt pressured to grant lasting power of attorney to a man called Ron Hiller.

an older person's hands grasp two £20 notes in front of a lit fire

Pensioners facing winter hardship offered help

As colder weather arrives, those who miss out on government support can apply to Kent council.