The NI Assembly Health Committee launched a report on the impact of COVID-19 on care homes on 1 February 2021. Read Age NI's comment Read more
With greater restrictions in place due to COVID-19 it is vital older people and others who are particularly vulnerable, receive clear information and support they need to stay safe and connected. Read more
Read the joint statement on protecting older people's rights in pandemic. Read more
For more than a decade Shirl has been living with chronic health conditions which have left her in a lot of pain and virtually housebound. When she first made contact with Age NI earlier this year, Shirl told us that her self-confidence and self-belief were at an all time low. Read more
Age NI welcomes the outcome of the review of hate crime legislation by Judge Marrinan and his recommendation to add age to the protected characteristics in legislation. Read more
In a Christmas like no other in recent memory, BBC Northern Ireland, along with a group of local charities is encouraging everyone to find different ways of saying hello and staying in touch with neighbours, friends or their wider family circle. Read more
Age NI is delighted to be taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge. This year we are aiming to raise £9,000. Read more
AIB has raised £122,815 from auctioning of rare banknotes, the funds will be split between Age NI and Alzheimer’s Society. Read more
Almac Group has announced the organisation will donate to NI Hospice, Action for Children NI, and Age NI in the wake of COVID-19. Read more
As part of our Keeping well at Home series we spoke to Emily, an Age NI Volunteer. Following a knee replacement operation, Emily, suddenly realised that she hadn’t the strength to lift a kettle. Read more
As part of our Keeping Well at Home series we spoke to Mandy Wilson, a Mental Health Nurse and Head of Wellbeing at Age NI. Read more
This has been another very difficult week for care homes across Northern Ireland. We offer our sincere condolences to everyone concerned. Read more
Country Stars Derek Ryan and Philomena Begley have come released a new song with all proceeds going to Age NI and Alone. Read more
Older people in care homes must be the priority for care and protection now and in the future. Read more
Read our second joint statement from Age sector organisations in UK Read more
Our Joint Statement on the rights of older people in the UK to treatment during this pandemic. Read more
James Hagan, Chair and Founder of Hagan Homes, has donated £40,000 to Age NI but is urging other firms to help him boost much-needed resources during challenging period. Read more
How can our First connect service help you? A lovely lady Shelia used our services when her husband passed on leaving her feeling disconnected. Read her story to find out how we helped her. Read more
Age NI welcomed Lady Mary Peters to officially open its new charity shop in Newtownards. Read more
We are delighted to announce that Ground will be supporting us this Christmas, and doing their bit to help older people who may be lonely this festive season. Read more
Here’s a few tips from our friends at Power NI to help you put a bit of energy into saving a lot of money. Read more
Age NI's Chief Executive is calling for ongoing industrial action to be resolved as soon as possible, to ensure older people, and others get the treatment and care they need. Read more
The Age Friendly Network NI was launched on 22nd November in Belfast City Hall. The new network aims to make Northern Ireland a better place to age. Read more
Age NI is delighted to be a partner for the Age @ Work category at the 2020 Responsible Business Awards, and is encouraging local businesses to enter the awards, run by Business in the Community. Read more