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How healthy are older people in Gloucestershire?
A link to health profiles within the South West of England, or for Gloucestershire
Links to Articles About Older People’s Care
Long Term Care a National DisgraceCharlotte Beugge and Liz Phillips, Money Mail
21 May 2008
Long-term care for the elderly is in crisis, with a £6bn shortfall looming in 20 years' time. Over the past five years, more than 350,000 elderly people have been forced to sell their homes to pay for care.
A very useful information leaflet for older people who are moving into a care home. This leaflet is produced by Gloucestershire County Council and downloadable from their website at the link above.
Links to Partners
Thematic Report - Focusing on older people
Links to Resources
Association of Retired and Persons over 50
Better Government for Older People
Department for Work and Pensions