Major UK insurance provider faces backlash after abruptly cancelling funeral cover policies, leaving elderly and vulnerable customers without financial protection for end-of-life arrangements.
Shocking new data reveals thousands of elderly NHS patients are receiving treatment in hospital corridors for hours, with Age UK warning of 'corridor medicine' becoming normalised across Britain's health service.
Urgent alert for UK pensioners as new rules could leave many without crucial winter heating payments. Discover if you're affected and what action to take.
Shocking new data reveals thousands of older patients are being treated in hospital corridors for hours, with some waiting up to 24 hours for proper care as NHS emergency services buckle under pressure.
Shocking NHS data reveals nearly 150,000 patients aged 90 and above faced 12-hour waits in English A&E departments last year, exposing a deepening crisis in elderly care and emergency services.
A pensioner's medical emergency turned into a three-day ordeal as he waited two days for an ambulance followed by an 11-hour delay for hospital admission, exposing critical pressures within the UK's healthcare system.
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
A Manchester care home nurse has been removed from the profession after a shocking incident where she assaulted a vulnerable resident and attacked a colleague who tried to intervene.
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
An investigative report reveals why elderly patients are turning to AI health assistants like DeepSeek over traditional doctors, exposing critical gaps in the NHS healthcare system.
Shocking footage reveals the moment stolen BMW crashes into care home during police pursuit, contributing to deaths of two elderly residents in horrific incident.
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
A Sydney aged care facility manager faces serious charges after allegedly administering sedatives to elderly residents without medical authorisation, raising concerns about vulnerable care standards.
Discover how Colombia's pioneering community programme is fighting loneliness and empowering senior citizens through intergenerational connections in Bogotá.
An Arizona woman received devastating news that her uncle had passed away in his retirement home, only to discover he was alive and well days later in a bizarre case of mistaken identity.
Exclusive court testimony reveals how disabled care home residents, including several in wheelchairs, met their tragic fate during a catastrophic boat excursion that turned deadly on the water.
Discover the surprising coastal town that's been crowned Britain's best retirement destination, beating traditional favourites with its perfect blend of affordability and quality of life.
A prominent Oxford businessman has been charged with murder following the tragic death of his 100-year-old mother, sending shockwaves through the local community.
A healthcare worker has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a vulnerable 97-year-old woman at a Greater Manchester care facility, in a case that has raised serious questions about elderly care safety.
Former TOWIE star Lydia Bright opens up about her personal experience in foster care and calls for urgent reform to support vulnerable children across the UK.
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Discover the revolutionary retirement community that's redefining senior living in Britain, beating iconic projects like Big Ben's restoration to win the prestigious Stirling Prize for architecture.
Disturbing investigation reveals elderly care home residents forced to sleep alongside mice nesting in mattresses as facilities face closure across the UK.
Shocking new figures reveal how delayed discharges and social care failures are creating a devastating financial burden on Britain's health service, with thousands of beds occupied by patients who should have been released.
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
Britain's hostile political debate on immigration is causing a dangerous exodus of overseas care staff, putting the entire social care system at risk of collapse.
Australia's aged care sector undergoes transformative changes as new government reforms dramatically reduce waiting times while grappling with soaring demand from an ageing population.
This poignant film exposes the emotional toll on care workers sacrificing their personal lives, offering a raw portrayal of Britain's undervalued care sector.