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World-famous singer-song writer Niall Horan has donated 25 iPads to Age UK Wandsworth to help the local Charity tackle loneliness during the coronavirus lockdown.

The donated iPads, which include internet connection, will enable some of the local Age UK’s older service users to keep in contact with friends and family, who they haven’t been able to see as much during this challenging time, via apps like FaceTime and Skype.

As well as helping to combat loneliness, the iPads will also help people who didn’t have the tools previously to now access useful information and advice online. Age UK has seen a huge surge in older people seeking authoritative information, guidance, emotional reassurance and practical support during the pandemic. Not only that the iPads, delivered with 4G connection, allow the service users to read the news whenever they like and help to provide entertainment during lockdown with access they didn’t have before to some of their favourite tv shows and music.

Speaking about the donation, Niall said: “Isolation is hard for all of us, but even harder for older people who can’t get out at all. I’m lucky to be able to chat to my grandma on WhatsApp but I’d be gutted if that wasn’t an option and I know for so many it isn’t for a number of reasons.
“I’m really pleased to be able to help people communicate - hopefully these iPads will mean more older people can keep in touch with grandkids, friends and the rest of the family through a range of different apps. It’s great to chat on the phone, but always better to see someone’s face, especially now when it can be harder for older people to see family and friends in person.

“It’s great to be supporting Age UK - for anyone who doesn’t live near enough to their grandparents to pick up shopping and be a helping hand, it’s comforting to know Age UK is there to help. They’re there for any older person that needs them which is so crucial right now to help people through this tough time.”

Since the lockdown began in March, Age UK and its local network have been calling on the country to come together to help raise vital funds so it can be there for older people by continuing to deliver its essential services, which are more in demand than ever before, including the Charity’s Advice line and Telephone Friendship Services. ...

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It is raining outside the Next Generation office today but apparently we are due for some lovely weather over the coming days, fingers crossed.
Whilst we enjoy the hot weather, Age UK are urging people to keep an eye out for their older relatives and vulnerable people within your area.
People may be more vulnerable during a heatwave, especially during the current complex situation. ...

As 'lockdown' continues Age UK urges people to look out for older relatives and neighbours as temperatures soar

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With hot weather on the way Age UK is urging people to look out for their older neighbours and relatives, particularly if they live alone or are self-isolating or shielding during this period of 'lockdown'.

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